This route is an obvious choice for children, families, and beginners.
Young and old alike will love this playful and pleasant adventure.

🕙 4 departure times available:
10:00 (July & August only) / 11:00 / 12:00 / 1:30 pm
📍 Important: Please arrive 30 minutes early!

⏱️ The full descent takes about 2.5 hours of paddling, but you’re free to take your time and enjoy your day at your own pace.

🛶 Route Overview

• The first section (5 km) is calm and relaxing. A great way to get used to your boat and paddling technique.
  Along the way, you’ll pass through 3 canoe slides – specially built channels to help you pass small dams.
  These “water toboggans” are a hit with kids and adults alike!

• The second section is the same as our Mini Descent (7 km), with 3 fun rapids and the iconic passage under the Pont d’Arc.

💡 The big advantage?
By the time you reach the rapids, you’ll already be confident in your canoe thanks to the calm first section!

🗓️ Step-by-Step – Your Day with Castor Canoë

We ask that you arrive at Castor Canoë 30 minutes before your selected departure time.

☕ Upon arrival at our Vallon-Pont-d’Arc base, enjoy a complimentary welcome coffee before your adventure begins.

🧡 You’ll receive a small waterproof container for your valuables (phone, camera, keys, etc.), which will go inside a large 55 L waterproof barrel for double protection.

⏱️ Please be punctual!
We give out all route information as a group, for a friendly and efficient briefing.

🗺️ You’ll receive guidance on how to manage your time on the river and get the most out of your experience.
A short intro to paddling techniques and key safety tips will follow.

🕒 Together, we’ll then choose your return time:
12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00 / 18:45…

🦺 You’ll also be fitted with a buoyancy aid tailored to your size.

🚩 About 30 minutes after the Pont d’Arc, on your left-hand side, look out for a red and yellow sign marked Stop 3 – that’s your arrival point.
🚌 Our shuttle will pick you up at the return time you selected earlier.

🍹 And to end your day on a high note, we’ll welcome you back with a refreshing drink – rosé wine, syrup, or something else to your taste!