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Just 45 minutes from Nice, the Gorges du Loup await you: natural slides, jumps into pools and abseiling down waterfalls. Ailéments takes you to discover the canyoning with state-certified guides since 2010. You're also looking for what to do in Nice during your stay? Our comprehensive guide will give you all the ideas you need.
80€/person
Duration 4h on site
Level Intermediate to sporty
Age From 12 years old and max 70 years old for sports courses
Canyons available Cascades de Courmes, Riolan, Clue d'Aiglun, Saint-Auban, Maglia
A day of total immersion in the gorges. Impressive abseils, technical sections and breathtaking scenery.
For adventurers looking for a thrill.
190€/person
Level All levels
Age From age 8
Included Paragliding flight + Canyon + Free photos/videos
Experience two adventures in one day! Go paragliding in the morning, then dive into the gorges in the afternoon. Photo and video memories included.
Less than an hour from the Côte d'Azur capital, the Gorges du Loup offers the ideal playground for your first canyoning experience. This canyon, carved out of the limestone of the Préalpes d'Azur, offers a range of routes to suit all levels, from beginner to expert.
Introductory course — Gour du Ray Water park: Perfect for a family outing. Natural slides, small jumps (2-4 m) and swimming in turquoise pools. Accessible from the age of 8, this course introduces you to the basic techniques in a wilderness setting.
Discovery trail — Gorges du Loup The classic canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes. A series of waterfalls, abseils of up to 15 m and optional jumps. A complete outing to experience all the thrills of canyoning. canyoning.
For those who want to take their adventure further, our guides can take you on more challenging routes:
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💡 How is the canyon chosen? The day before your outing, your instructor will analyse the hydrological conditions (water level, weather over the previous few days, accessibility) and confirm the meeting point by text message. Depending on the season and your level, you'll discover one of the most beautiful canyons in the hinterland of Nice - with waterfalls, natural slides and jumps into turquoise pools.
The hinterland of Nice is home to some of the most beautiful canyons in France. Less than an hour from Nice, these gorges offer an exceptional playground. Depending on your level and your desires, we'll guide you to the ideal canyon.
Our signature canyon!
Its crystal-clear pools and fun slides make it the ideal spot to discover canyoning.
Jumps of up to 10m available (always optional). The most spectacular setting in the region.
Located near Gourdon, this canyon offers a fun-filled course perfect for families. Natural slides and small jumps in an unspoilt environment. The ideal introduction for children.
One of the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. Its two cirques offer a breathtaking backdrop of crystal-clear pools and abseils in an unspoilt environment.
For those who love a challenge. A technical canyon with challenging sections and impressive jumps. Physical condition required to fully enjoy the adventure.
Near Castellane, a wild and unspoilt canyon. Successive abseils in a high mountain atmosphere. For those looking for authenticity.
A full day in the Roya valley, including a picnic. Many abseils and technical passages for a total immersion in nature.
Meet your guide at the Gorges du Loup car park (exact location sent by text message the day before). On site, you put on your 5 mm neoprene wetsuit over your swimming costume. Helmet, harness, lanyard, descender: all the technical equipment is provided and adjusted to your size.
Your qualified guide will explain the basic techniques: jump position, use of the descender, communication signals. No technical jargon, just concrete information. Your safety is our priority.
Depending on the canyon, it takes between 10 and 30 minutes to walk to the starting point. It's a great opportunity to warm up and admire the Pre-Alps landscape from the heights.
And off you go. First slide, first thrills. Your guide goes first to show you the technique, then accompanies you to each obstacle. Jumps are always optional - you can go around them if you prefer. The pace adapts to the group.
Exit the canyon, return to the car park (sometimes with a short climb back up). Get changed and share your impressions with the group. If you opted for the photo/video option, get your pictures of the experience.
Ailéments is a family-run business, not a tourist factory. Each outing is tailored to your profile and your wishes.
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Visit 55€ per person for a half-day discovery trip (2 hours in the canyon, equipment included). The sports day package is 80€ for a 4-hour descent on more challenging routes. Paragliding + canyoning, an exclusive offer Wings, is proposed to 190€ for a full day of air + water.
Children can take part from 8 years on our beginners' courses (Gours du Ray). They must be comfortable in the water and able to follow the guide's instructions. Day trips are open to children aged 12 and over. There's no upper age limit, as long as you're fit enough for the approach walk and the descent. An ideal family activity for sharing thrills with your children.
Yes, it's essential. You need to be able to swim 25 metres and put your head under the water without apprehension. Some pools require you to swim a few metres before reaching the exit. If you're not comfortable in the water, canyoning is not the right activity for you.
Supervised by a state-certified guide, The risks are under control. We systematically check the weather conditions and water flow before each outing. Anchors are checked and equipment inspected. Accidents mainly occur during unsupervised outings or in unsuitable conditions. With Wings, You'll be working in an environment where safety is our absolute priority.
We supply 5 mm neoprene wetsuit, helmet, harness, lanyard, descender, canyoning bag - all the technical equipment you need.
You'll need to bring: a swimming costume (to be worn under your wetsuit), closed-toe shoes such as used trainers (they'll be soaked the whole way down), a towel and dry clothes for the return journey. Remember to leave your valuables in your vehicle.
From closed-toe trainers that you are willing to get wet and potentially damage. No sandals, no flip-flops, no new shoes. The ideal: an old pair of running shoes or aquashoes with thick soles. Rocks can be slippery, so a good grip is essential for your safety.
The season runs from May to September. July and August offer the best conditions: warmer water (15-18°C), moderate flow, long days. In May-June and September, neoprene wetsuits compensate for the cooler water (12-15°C). Out of season, the canyons may be impassable (flooding, water too cold).
For a half-day Allow 3 hours in total (meeting point, equipment, 15-minute approach walk, 2-hour descent, return). For a day walking time: 5-6 hours (approach walk 30-45 minutes, descent 4 hours, return). Take something to eat if you opt for the full-day option.
The Gorges du Loup are 45 minutes from Nice on the Route des Gorges (D6). Meet at the Pont du Loup or Bar-sur-Loup, depending on the route you choose. We'll text you the exact GPS location the day before your outing, once we've confirmed the weather conditions.
Absolutely. Our paragliding + canyoning combo (€190) takes you over the gorges in the morning and down in the afternoon - an exclusive offer on the Côte d'Azur. You can also take advantage of your visit to the hinterland to visit the hilltop villages of Gourdon, Tourrettes-sur-Loup or Bar-sur-Loup, renowned for their craftsmen and their viewpoints.
Yes, our guides know all the canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. For sports enthusiasts, we offer trips to the Riolan canyon, the Courmes waterfalls, or the Clue d'Aiglun, or the Maglia canyon near the Italian border. Each canyon offers a different experience, depending on your level and your desire for thrills.
Book your canyoning trip and discover the hinterland of Nice from a whole new angle.
We take the time to talk to you to understand your expectations and guide you towards the ideal package. Also perfect for a EVJF or EVG in Nice - group rates and free video. Would you like to combine this with a flight? Visit paragliding and canyoning combo is our most popular formula.
Gift voucher : Treat your loved ones to a canyoning trip! Our gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, with the option of personalisation.
Cancellation : Free until one week before the release date.
