Aquatic Hiking in the Daluis Gorges from Guillaumes
Explore the "Colorado of the French Alps" on this full-day aquatic hiking adventure through the spectacular Daluis Gorges from Guillaumes!
Practical information
A 6-hour aquatic hike through the heart of the Daluis Gorges, starting from Guillaumes.
- Explore a spectacular wild canyon renowned for its striking red rock formations.
- Enjoy a safe and personalised experience in a small group limited to a maximum of 8 participants per guide.
- Experience a varied adventure combining river trekking, fun swimming sections and a scenic hike through the surrounding hills.
Course of events
Please allow 8 hours on site for the entire experience.
- Meet your guide at the Aire naturelle des Rouges Gorges campsite in Guillaumes, where he will check your personal equipment before you receive an introduction to the day's adventure (15 minutes).
- Collect your technical equipment, including a helmet and lifejacket, and attend a full safety briefing on river navigation (15 minutes).
- Walk a short distance to reach the starting point of the water trail in the gorge.
- Begin your 6-hour adventure through the canyon, combining river trekking, swimming and negotiating a variety of natural obstacles.
- Stop for a friendly picnic break at the exit of the canyon.
- Hike back with panoramic views over the valley and the Daluis Gorges.
- Return to the base camp in Guillaumes after leaving the river and packing away the equipment.
- Chat with your guide during a final debrief and conclude the experience.
Activity requirements
You must be able to swim and be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
Maximum weight: 100kg - 220lbs.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Closed-toe shoes must be worn for this activity.
A minimum of three participants is required for the activity to take place.
Special terms
It is very important to enter your height and weight in the details requested when making a booking, so that your booking can be confirmed.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant women.
This activity is not accessible to people with disabilities.
Pets are not permitted to take part in this activity.
The duration and route of this activity depend on the weather.
Spoken languages:
French, EnglishIncluded
- State-qualified tour guide
- Technical equipment
- Helmet
- Life jacket
Excluded
- Food and drink
Do not forget to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sports shoes
- Sportswear
- Change of clothes
- Sunscreen
- Cap
- Sunglasses
- Picnic
- Water bottle
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The Daluis Gorges are one of the most remarkable natural sites in the Alpes-Maritimes. Renowned for their striking red ochre cliffs, these deep, narrow gorges were carved by the Var River millions of years ago. Today, they are home to a unique ecosystem where Mediterranean and Alpine vegetation coexist, with protected plant species and habitats of significant ecological value. If you are visiting the region, an aquatic hike through the Daluis Gorges is an unforgettable way to discover this extraordinary landscape. Starting from Guillaumes, join the Blue Secret team and explore the gorges with an experienced local guide on an environmentally friendly adventure.
Over the course of a full day, this aquatic hiking excursion through the Daluis Gorges offers a truly immersive experience in the heart of nature. You will meet your certified instructor at the Aire Naturelle des Rouges Gorges campsite in Guillaumes, where you will receive a comprehensive safety briefing before being equipped with a helmet and life jacket. After a short walk to the entrance of the gorges, your adventure begins, combining river trekking, swimming and negotiating natural obstacles as you make your way downstream. At the end of the canyon, you will stop for a picnic lunch, giving you time to relax and enjoy the spectacular surroundings. The day concludes with a scenic hike along the rim of the gorge, rewarding you with breathtaking panoramic views over the Daluis Gorges and the surrounding valley.
Suitable for anyone in good physical condition who can swim, this aquatic hiking excursion from Guillaumes is the perfect way to experience the Daluis Gorges up close. Your professional guide ensures a safe, informative and enjoyable outing in a small group limited to just eight participants. Whether you are an active outdoor enthusiast or trying this type of adventure for the first time, the route is suitable for all experience levels.
Book your aquatic hiking adventure in the Daluis Gorges today and discover this spectacular natural wonder this summer!