Whitewater swimming (Hydrospeed) on the Durance

5.0 (12 reviews) Provence, France
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

The Durance is without doubt the best river in France to learn to navigate and discover whitewater swimming.

Your body will be in constant contact with water and your float.

Thanks to advice and an appropriate technique that our instructors will teach you, you will be able to discover unique sensations of skiing and well-being.

The ideal route for a first experience is the one that will take you from the famous wave of the Rabioux to Embrun.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • suitable technical equipment meeting CE standards (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes): 5 mm neoprene suit, 5 mm neoprene jacket, safety vest, helmet, paddle
  • Think about your swimsuit and shoes that will get wet
  • Take your towels if you wish to rinse or wash after the descent in our private showers reserved for you.

What to expect

We will be pleased to provide you with suitable technical equipment that meets CE standards for your comfort and safety (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes). :

Neoprene wetsuit
Neoprene jacket
Neoprene booties
Safety vest
flipper
Helmet
Foam floats

Once equipped, you will receive technical and safe instructions for the descent and then you will leave with the guide on the river to face the waves.

  1. Embrun

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our reception site is located in front of the Rabioux wave. Arrival at the first car park, continue the road and past the campsite to finish at the second large car park.

End point

Our reception site is located in front of the Rabioux wave. Arrival at the first car park, continue the road and past the campsite to finish at the second large car park.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.0 (12)

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