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Canyoning Var

Canyoning Saint-Tropez - Escape the glamour for a natural adventure

Leave the beaches of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez for an aquatic adventure in the hinterland. From Saint-Tropez, the canyons of the Alpes-Maritimes and the Verdon, with their natural toboggans, jumps and abseiling supervised by qualified guides.

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Canyoning Half-day

55€/person

Duration 2 hours on site
Level : Beginner to intermediate
Age From age 8
Canyons available Gours du Ray, Gorges du Loup

The perfect introduction to canyoning. Slides, jumps (optional) and swimming in turquoise pools. Ideal for a first experience with family or friends.

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Full-day canyoning

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 : Courmes waterfalls, 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.

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Paragliding + Canyoning combo

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.

Where are the spots?

Where can you go canyoning from Saint-Tropez?

Les Gorges du Loup - The classic of the Côte d'Azur (1h30 from Saint-Tropez)

 

Take the A8 motorway to the star canyon of the Alpes-Maritimes. The Gorges du Loup offer a variety of routes in a spectacular setting of emerald waterfalls and pools. A must for an unforgettable experience canyoning unforgettable.

Discovery trail: Natural slides, jumps from 2 to 8 m (optional), swimming in crystal-clear pools. Two 10-12 m introductory abseils to discover rope descent. Accessible from age 10, perfect for a first family canyoning experience.

Sports course: For those who want more intensity. A series of technical abseils, jumps of up to 10 m and challenging sections. A complete aquatic adventure in a magnificent natural setting.

The Haut Jabron canyon - Initiation near the Verdon (1h20 from Saint-Tropez)

Close to Castellane and the Gorges du Verdon, the Haut Jabron canyon is the perfect introduction to the sport. Two beautiful slides, jumps of up to 5 metres and a 12-metre abseil in a spectacular gorge setting.

Introductory course: Ideal for a first experience of canyoning. A fun canyoning trip lasting 1h30, accessible for 8-year-olds and over. A friendly atmosphere guaranteed in unspoilt natural surroundings.

The Cramassouri canyon - The wild alternative (1h30 from Saint-Tropez)

 

This small canyon with its unusual aesthetics offers an immersion in the heart of nature in an extremely sculpted environment. A few slides and abseiling in a magnificent setting. Perfect for children, as the water is really good.

Initiation level: Focused on discovering abseiling in a unique setting. Fewer jumps but an exceptional environment for an introduction to canyoning.

Sporty canyons for Tropezian adventurers

 

Riolan One of the most beautiful canyons in Europe. Imposing 200 m walls, vertiginous abseils and a grandiose atmosphere. A day of total immersion for the more athletic.

La Bollène: Intermediate-level canyon with lots of water, jumps and slides. A great mountain atmosphere for this fun canyoning trip.

Barbaira Canyon: On the Italian side, turquoise waters and exceptional surroundings make for a unique experience.

Want to combine? Discover also the paragliding from Saint-Tropez for an unforgettable multi-activity day. Our neighbours from Sainte-Maxime and Fréjus also benefit from these canyons.

OUR CANYONS

Our canyoning packages from Saint-Tropez

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.

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GOURS DU RAY ⭐ Best seller

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.

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Gorges du Loup

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.

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Courmes waterfalls

A complete adventure with a 3h30 descent. The highlight: a vertiginous 65-metre abseil down a waterfall. An aesthetic canyon that combines technique and contemplation.
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Riolan

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.

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Clue d'Aiglun

For those who love a challenge. A technical canyon with challenging sections and impressive jumps. Physical condition required to fully enjoy the adventure.

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Saint-Auban

Near Castellane, a wild and unspoilt canyon. Successive abseils in a high mountain atmosphere. For those looking for authenticity.

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Maglia

A full day in the Roya valley, including a picnic. Many abseils and technical passages for a total immersion in nature.

YOUR CANYON WITH AILÉMENTS

Course of your canyoning trip

Meeting point and equipment - Meet your guide at the canyon car park (GPS location sent the day before). The journey from Saint-Tropez takes around 1h20 to 1h30 depending on the canyon you choose. 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 fitted.

Safety briefing - Your qualified professional guide explains how to progress: jump position, use of descender, communication signals in the canyon. Professional supervision to help you progress with confidence.

Approach walk - Between 15 and 45 minutes depending on the route to reach the start. An opportunity to discover the landscapes of the Provençal hinterland, far from the hustle and bustle of the coast.

The descent - First slide, first sensations. The guide leads the way and accompanies you at each obstacle. Jumps are always optional: you can go around them if you prefer. The pace is adapted to the group to ensure a convivial experience.

Return and memories - Exit the canyon, return to the car park. A refreshing change from beach days on the Gulf of Saint-Tropez!

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Why Ailements?

Why choose Ailements for canyoning in the Var?

Ailéments is above all a story of passion and terrain. No long groups or timed courses: here, every canyoning trip is designed to ensure you get the most out of it.

  • State-certified guides - 19 years surveying the canyons of the Alpes-Maritimes and the Verdon
  • Pro equipment - 5 mm neoprene wetsuits, harnesses and descenders checked before each outing
  • Groups on a human scale - We accompany you, we don't ship you off
  • Adaptability - Courses tailored to your level, from family initiation to sporty canyoning
  • Weather and safety - Free postponement if conditions do not meet, payment after the outing

You are organising a EVJF or EVG ? Canyoning is the perfect activity: guaranteed laughs and a video option for the group. Our outings are also accessible from the Var and Alpes-Maritimes.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about canyoning around St-Tropez

Can you go canyoning directly in Saint-Tropez?

There are no canyons directly in Saint-Tropez. The canyons are located in the hinterland, and we particularly recommend the Gorges du Loup (1h30), the benchmark canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes.

The Gorges du Loup offer an exceptional experience: varied courses for all levels, spectacular waterfalls, professional infrastructure and guaranteed accessibility all year round. The journey is part of the adventure, with magnificent Mediterranean landscapes to discover.

Alternative: the Haut Jabron near the Verdon (1h20) for a family introduction.

You'll pay €55 per person for a half-day discovery trip (2-3 hours of descent, equipment included). The sporting day package costs €80 for 4-5 hours in more challenging canyons. A combination of paragliding and canyoning costs €190 for a full day.

  • Gorges du Loup: 1h30 via the A8 motorway
  • Cramassouri Canyon: 1h30 via Nice
  • Riolan: ~2h via the Estéron valley
  • La Bollène : ~2h via Nice

Children aged 8 and over can take part in our beginners' courses, such as Haut Jabron, Gorges du Loup and Cramassouri. They must be able to swim and follow the guide's instructions. Day trips are open to children aged 12 and over. Family canyoning is ideal for sharing the thrills with your children.

Yes, essential. You need to be able to swim 25 metres and put your head under water without fear. Some pools require you to swim several metres. If you're not comfortable in the water, this activity is not for you.

Closed trainers that you are prepared to get wet and damaged. No sandals, flip-flops or new shoes. Ideally, old running shoes or aquashoes with thick soles.

The season runs from May to September. July and August offer the best conditions: warmer water, moderate flow, long days. Perfect for varying the pleasures between the beaches of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and mountain adventures.

For a half-day: allow 5-6 hours in total (journey from Saint-Tropez ~1h30, equipment, descent 2-3h, return). For a full day: 8h (journey, descent 4h, return). Pack a snack for the full-day option.

Absolutely. Our paragliding + canyoning combo (€190) offers you a full day in the air and water. You can also take advantage of your visit to discover the hilltop villages of Gourdon, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, or the Gorges du Verdon before returning to Saint-Tropez.

The Gorges du Loup and the Haut Jabron are perfect places to discover this activity. Fun courses with slides, optional jumps and introductory abseils. The Cramassouri canyon is also an excellent option for an introduction to abseiling in a unique setting.

Book your canyoning trip

Tropéziens, are you ready for an aquatic adventure?

Leave the beaches of the Golfe de Saint-Tropez behind for a nature break in the canyons of the Côte d'Azur.

We take the time to talk to you to understand your expectations and guide you towards the ideal canyon.

Gift vouchers: treat your loved ones to a canyoning trip! Our gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, and can be personalised. Cancellation: Free up to 72 hours before the outing. Free postponement in the event of bad weather.

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