Leave the coves and the Eagle's Beak for the canyons of the Verdon and the Maritime Alps: slides, jumps and abseiling supervised by a state-qualified guide. Half-day from 55 €, from 8 years. +1070 reviews 5/5.
La Ciotat · 13At the foot of the Bec de l'Aigle and its coves, La Ciotat an invitation to bathe — but for a wilder aquatic adventure, head inland to the canyons of Verdon and Alpes-Maritimes.
Natural toboggans, jumps into turquoise pools and abseils along waterfalls: canyoning in the Jabroni As a family from age 8, for the great descents of the Verdon.
With Ailéments, a family-run business since 2013, you go down supervised by State-registered guides who know every canyon in Provence.
Each output is everything included 5mm wetsuit, helmet, harness and escort. Half-day at 55 € (from 8 years old), day trip 80 € (from 12 years old).
The ultimate summer activity, canyoning appeals to families and groups of friends alike: you progress along the bed of a mountain stream, navigating slides and pools, with everyone choosing their own level of commitment. It's one of the few adventures where you can experience so many thrills in half a day, with no technical prerequisites.
This guide : the dive sites accessible from La Ciotat, the packages, the schedule of a trip, our local expertise.
Three routes through the Verdon to the Pre-Alps, from family slides to a grand sporting descent.
At the gateway to the Verdon, the Jabron can be enjoyed all season long thanks to its regular flow. Toboggans, jumps and a 12m rappel in a preserved limestone setting.
The perfect discovery trail for a family introduction, from 7-8 years old.
On the Estéron River, one of the region’s most popular white-water runs: a complete white-water course featuring jumps up to 8 m, toboggans and rope crossings.
Intermediate level, accessible, 2.5 hours in crystalline pools.
On the heights of Sainte-Croix lake, near Moustiers-Sainte-Marie: a sporting day in a rugged setting, Recalls up to 25 m and deep turquoise sinks.
Full 5-hour route for lovers of long days, in spring (April-June). Suitable for ages 16+.
From La Ciotat, the canyon Jabroni and Saint-Auban offer lovely half-day discovery trips, while the Val d'Angouire proposes a great sports day in the Verdon. The chosen canyon depends on the flow rate, confirmed by SMS the day before.
The road to Verdon, between Moustiers and the Sainte-Croix lake, is part of the experience. These canyons are also accessible from Marseille, Cassis and Bandol.
On the season side, one practices d'April to September according to the canyons. For a full day, the paragliding + canyoning combo colligate the flight and descent.
Beyond the thrills, canyoning is a true immersion in a pristine environment: you navigate the bottom of gorges otherwise inaccessible, between vertiginous walls and clear pools. The jumps, always optional, can be moderated according to your desires; the swimming and tobogganing, however, are universally enjoyed. It is this diversity that makes the activity so addictive, and which encourages many beginners to return and try a more challenging route.
Canyoning depends heavily on water: too much flow after a storm and the outing is postponed, too little and some slides lose their appeal. This is precisely why it's advantageous to be accompanied by professionals who know the watershed: they choose the right canyon at the right time and reschedule the outing at no extra cost if the conditions aren't met. It's a peace of mind you don't get when going alone.
Toboggans, plunges into pools and abseils under waterfalls: a preview of what awaits you, guided by a state-certified instructor. Optional photo and video souvenirs available.
You enter the canyon and the outside world disappears: only the sound of water, the emerald pools and the rock sculpted by floods remain. Slide after slide, jump after abseil, confidence builds – and each passage is navigated at your own pace, never under duress. The video and photos taken by the guide keep a record of these suspended moments.
From family introductions to sports days, a package for every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, state-certified guide, and insurance.
Formula-wise: count 55 € For the half-day discovery (2 hours in the canyon, from age 8), ideal for a fun introduction with family or friends on playful routes. day (€80, from age 12 upwards) is aimed at those who want to string together jumps and technical sections on a long descent. And for two thrills in one day, the paragliding + canyoning combo At €190 per person, it remains our most popular offer, including souvenir photos.
Our prices are all-inclusive: full neoprene equipment, professional supervision and insurance. Payment is made on-site after the descent, with no upfront fees, and rescheduling remains free in case of unfavourable conditions. For groups, hen or stag parties, or birthdays, we offer private slots and tiered pricing – don't hesitate to contact us for a quote.
A simple and reassuring route, supervised from A to Z by your state-certified guide. The canyon is confirmed by SMS the day before, depending on the weather and water flow.
Check-in at the car park confirmed by SMS, then donning the 5mm wetsuit, helmet, and harness – everything is provided.
Jumping position, using the descender, communication signals. No jargon, just practical advice.
10 to 30 minutes depending on the canyon to reach the start, time to warm up and admire the Pre-Alps.
Toboggans, optional jumps and abseils to the rhythm of the band, then back to the car park and debriefing.
The descent continues at the group's pace: a slide, a jump that can be avoided, a rappel secured by the guide, a swim in a pool. Nothing is imposed, everything is framed. You don't need to be athletic: being able to swim 25 metres and stay calm in the water is enough. Back at the car park, it's time for a debrief – and souvenir photos and videos for those who opted in.
To make the most of the descent, come well-rested and hydrated, with snacks for the full-day options. Wear your swimsuit under the wetsuit; bring closed-toe shoes that you don't mind getting wet and a change of dry clothes for afterwards. The rest – safety, technique, route – is the guide's responsibility, who will adapt the course to your comfort in the water and your desire for thrills.
We guide you, we don't manage you : Ailéments is a small, family-run team that has been exploring the region’s canyons since 2013, driven by the same passion. State-qualified guides, small groups, tours at your own pace.
5mm wetsuits, harnesses and descenders checked before each departure. Over 1070 reviews, 5/5. Conditions checked the day before, free cancellation if the canyon is not accessible, payment on site.
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Prices, age, swimming level, safety, equipment, season, duration, access, combo.
Visit 55 € per person for a discovery half-day (2-3h, equipment included), from 8 years old. The sports day is at 80 €. Le combo is at 190 €.
From 7-8 years On discovery routes like the Jabron. Day routes are accessible from 12-16 years depending on the canyons.
Yes, it's essential. You must be able to swim 25 metres and to put your head underwater without apprehension. Some basins require swimming a few metres before reaching the exit. If you are not comfortable in the water, canyoning is not the right activity for you.
Supervised by a State-qualified guide, the risks are controlled. We systematically check the weather and water flow before each outing, anchors are checked and equipment inspected. Safety is our top priority.
We supply All technical equipment: 5mm wetsuit, helmet, harness, lanyard, descender and canyoning bag. You bring swimming shorts (to wear under the wetsuit), closed-toe shoes (like old trainers), a towel and dry clothes for the return journey.
From closed-toe trainers which you are happy to get wet and damage. No sandals or flip-flops. The ideal: an old pair of trainers or water shoes with thick soles, for good grip on the sometimes slippery rock.
D'April to September according to the canyons. The Val d'Angouire is practised in the spring; the others all summer.
Half-day: 5 to 6 hours total (travel, equipment, descent, return). Full day at Val d'Angouire: 8 to 9 hours. Please bring a picnic.
The Verdon GorgeJabroni, Saint-Auban, (Val d'Angouire) are between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours 15 minutes from La Ciotat. GPS sent by SMS the day before.
Yes. The paragliding + canyoning combo (190 €) includes flight and descent. The Verdon and Lake Sainte-Croix are worth a visit.
4 key points for your descent.
Jabroni, Saint-Auban, Val d'Angouire. Introduction from 8 years old, great sports days.
Half-day €55 (from 8 years old), full day €80 (from 12 years old), combo £190 per person, all-inclusive.
State-qualified guide, weather and flow checked. SMS confirmation the day before, free postponement, payment on site.
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