Introduction to canyoning in the Versoud canyon in the Vercors, near Grenoble
Explore the Versoud canyon in the Vercors Massif on a descent supervised by a professional instructor with a 16-metre abseil!
Practical information
A canyoning trip down the Versoud canyon lasting 2 hours 30 minutes at La Rivière in the Vercors Massif.
- Small groups limited to a maximum of 8 or 9 participants per instructor for personalised, friendly supervision.
- A complete and varied course including abseils up to 16 metres, natural slides and optional jumps up to 9 metres.
- Petzl safety equipment, suitable wetsuits and a friendly tea break right in the heart of the canyon.
Course of events
Please allow approximately for the whole experience.
- Welcome and check-in at the car park by the guide, then presentation of the activity (15 minutes)
- Distribution of technical equipment with Petzl wetsuit, helmet and harness, size adjustment and safety briefing (20 minutes)
- Easy approach walk to the start of the canyon with explanations from the guide about the environment and the route (20 minutes)
- Entry to the canyon for the main activity, which involves walking, swimming, crossing natural slides, abseiling down to 16 metres and optional jumps down to 9 metres (1h30).
- Short breaks to recuperate and socialise, with a hot herbal tea in the canyon if conditions permit (10 minutes).
- Exit the canyon, walk back to the starting point in the car park, remove your equipment and have a quick debriefing at the end of the activity (15 minutes).
Objectives
- Discover canyoning
- Learn the basics of river travel and manage your apprehensions about jumps
- Carrying out your first reminders
Activity requirements
You need to be able to swim to take part in this activity.
You must not have any medical contraindications to taking part in this activity.
Closed-toe shoes are compulsory for this activity.
The guide's instructions must be followed at all times. It is forbidden to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs to take part in this activity.
Special terms
Not recommended for pregnant people.
The duration and itinerary of this activity depend on the weather.
The flow of the river and the weather conditions affect the activity, which may be adapted or cancelled for your safety.
Departure times are fixed (9.00 am and 1.30 pm): please arrive at the car park at the exact time of the meeting.
This activity is open to disabled people depending on the type of disability: please contact us before booking to confirm whether or not you can take part.
Included
- Certified guide and professional instructor
- Technical safety equipment
- Petzl helmet
- Petzl harnesses
- Neoprene wetsuit adapted to water temperature
- Herbal tea break in the canyon (conditions permitting)
Excluded
- Transfer
- Closed shoes
Do not forget to bring
- Closed shoes with non-smooth soles (which will get wet)
- Towel
- Swimming costumes
- Water bottle
- Snacks
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About the activity
A canyoning trip down the Versoud canyon at La Rivière promises total immersion in the heart of the Vercors Massif. The limestone rocks in this part of the Vercors create spectacular waterfalls and caves, complemented by the remains of an ancient Roman bridge that spans the course. This unspoilt forest setting is the ideal playground for learning the joys of river travel while discovering the geological secrets of the French Alps.
Your canyoning trip begins with a gradual approach walk under the canopy of the Vercors forest, where the guide will share his knowledge of the local environment. Once you're kitted out with quality safety equipment, including Petzl harnesses and helmets and a suitable neoprene wetsuit, it's time for adventure! During this canyoning trip in the Versoud canyon, you'll slide down natural slides polished by the waters and abseil down waterfalls up to 16 metres high, all under the watchful eye of your state-certified instructor. For the more daring, there are jumps up to 9 metres high along the way. A friendly break with a hot herbal tea in the heart of the gorges will help you recover before you reach the last pools.
This introduction to canyoning in the Versoud canyon is specially designed to be accessible and progressive. Each technical passage and each jump can be adapted or completely avoided according to each participant's ability and desire, guaranteeing a serene experience. Supervision is provided in small groups of no more than 8 or 9 participants per guide, to encourage a sympathetic teaching approach and avoid long waiting times. All technical protective equipment is provided, making this an ideal activity for families, beginners or those wishing to overcome their fear of heights in complete safety.
Book your canyoning trip to the Versoud canyon now and get ready to take on the water and vertical obstacles of this emblematic site in the Vercors Massif!