Info from 06/27/2024

Activities on the Guisane courses are temporarily on hold due to the high water levels following episodes of heavy rain. However, we are able to offer you a Classic Rafting course on the Durance. This is a fun rafting descent, accessible to everyone, including children from 10 years old. Departing from Briançon, the Durance offers a wide profile with abundant water, beautiful waves, and a stunning panorama.

The Classic Rafting Course on the Durance
For friends, teens from 10 years old
Duration: 2.5 hours
Course: Briançon or Forville / Prelles, 8 or 10 km, class II / III

RAFTING

YOGA PADDLE

AIR-BOAT

KAYAK SCHOOL

CANO-RAFT

BACHELOR RAFTING

HYDROSPEED

RIVER & HANDICAP

RAFTING CLASSIC SERRE-CHEVALIER BRIANCON

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The Classic rafting descent in Serre-Chevalier & Briançon (from 10 years old) – Monetier / St Chaffrey 10 km

47.00 

IN THE PROGRAM

THE IDEAL WHITE WATER RAFTING ADVENTURE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

From Monetier les Bains to St Chaffrey, share a special moment with family or friends with our rafting descent at Serre Chevalier on the magnificent Guisane river. This 10-kilometer course offers a perfect balance between thrills and safety, ideal for children from 10 years old and adults looking for a dose of adrenaline without excessive danger.

A COMPLETE WELCOME AT OUR RAFTING EXPERIENCE BASE

Your adventure begins at our base located on the edge of Pontillas Lake in Villeneuve (La Salle-les-Alpes). This welcoming location offers you numerous amenities. A dedicated area with changing rooms and cabins is available for you to change comfortably.

  • Complete water sports center
  • Children’s playground
  • Mini-golf
  • Trampolines
  • Skate park
  • Snack bar
  • Public toilets
  • Free parking
  • Village in immediate proximity
  • Possibility of natural swimming or access to the municipal swimming pool

COURSE OF YOUR ADVENTURE

Once equipped, you will be transported by minibus to the boarding location. Before taking your place in the rafts, the instructor gives a complete briefing covering:

  • Essential maneuvers
  • Safety instructions
  • Individual verification of each participant’s equipment

3-part journey over 10 km:

  1. The Guibertes Rapids: Your first dose of adrenaline shortly after departure, with a dynamic, perfectly controlled passage.
  2. Contemplative zone: A calmer section allowing you to admire the Alpine landscapes and pass through the typical villages of Serre Chevalier:
    • Villeneuve with its restaurants
    • The old stables
    • The Baron Mill
    • Chantemerle, with the iconic passage at the level of the Luc Alphand track
  3. Sensational finale:
    • The Longomaille rapids
    • 2 km of continuous class 3 rapids
    • The grand finale: crossing the Pont Carle dam with its long, very fun slide

AFTER THE ACTIVITY

Once disembarked, the rafts are loaded onto the trailer for a return to the base (about 10 minutes). The experience ends with:

  • Cleaning of equipment
  • Changing in the locker rooms
  • Viewing the souvenir photo report of your descent
  • Invitation to share your experience on Google and Tripadvisor

This activity is an excellent choice for families wanting to share a dynamic experience and groups of friends seeking a collective adventure without excessive difficulty. Our attentive guides ensure your safety throughout the journey, allowing you to fully enjoy the splendid Alpine landscapes from a unique perspective.

Age

10 y.o and more

Duration

2hrs30

Effort

Moderate

EQUIPMENT

WHAT WE LOAN YOU

NEOPRENE SHOES

NEOPRENE WETSUIT

K-WAY / LYCRA

VEST

HELMET

YOU NEED TO BRING

SWIMSUIT

BATH TOWEL

The course

boarding

Monetier

landing

St Chaffrey
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Distance

10 km

KEEP IN MIND

Conditions of participation

  • All participants must be in good shape and able to swim.
  • Children must know how to swim without armbands.
  • For material reasons the weight limit is 100 kg.
  • Whitewater activities involve risks and can result in serious injury or death.

Organization and safety

  • The activity is supervised, under the responsibility of a qualified instructor, he is in direct radio contact with the mountain rescue.
  • The sessions are organized by level so that you can adapt your choice to your abilities.
  • See our security measures in detail.

Insurance and cancellation information

  • Consult our General Conditions of Sale.
  • In the event of cancellation pronounced 48 hours before the start of the services, and this regardless of the reason, you will be reimbursed, excluding 5€ of administrative costs.
  • Insurance highly recommended! Ask your insurers about coverage for the cancellation or interruption of activities at your expense (for personal or professional reasons, injury, accident, etc.)
  • Do not hesitate to consult what Assurmix offers