Canriv offers canyoning in the Alps in the Rhône-Alpes region, suitable for all skill levels.
Looking for a refreshing escape, thrilling experiences, and breathtaking scenery? We’ve got just what you need: canyoning! It combines nature and adventure in the most beautiful settings, featuring crystal-clear waterfalls, emerald-green pools, natural slides, and navigating whitewater. It’s the perfect way to spend a day…
Here you are in the heart of the mountains, surrounded by a friendly, reassuring atmosphere full of good cheer. No need to be an extreme sports superhero (no need for a cape—it doesn’t dry well): everyone moves at their own pace, with support from start to finish.
Canyoning also offers the chance to discover hidden little gorges, listen to the gentle sound of rushing streams, and experience incredible thrills—all in an exceptional natural setting.
So, shall we put on the wetsuit?
Beginners
First time in a canyon? No problem! It’s your chance to go from a timid little frog to a super-bold otter.
Our beginner tours are specially designed to introduce you to canyoning at a gentle pace. What’s on the itinerary? Accessible and truly enjoyable canyons in the heart of the Alps. You’ll learn at your own pace how to navigate the waterways: walking in the water, descending small waterfalls, sliding down natural water slides, and completing your first rappels in complete safety.
Your friendly guide takes the time to explain each step with patience and humor (to help ease any minor jitters). The goal: to enjoy the scenery, build confidence, and savor the incredible feeling of freedom. You’ll be eager to do it all over again.
An unforgettable first canyoning experience in the Alps.
Children
For young adventurers, canyoning is a huge natural playground! It’s the perfect way to channel their boundless energy.
The kids’ courses feature small jumps, mini-obstacles, water games, and fun sections through canyons suited to their age group. These are very serious challenges for your little ones! With strict supervision: because the joys of whitewater must always go hand in hand with safety.
Between splashes and slips in the gorge, the kids are laughing nonstop as they race along. Their eyes are sparkling with excitement! A great activity for having fun together—and ending up soaked to the bone, like beavers after a storm.
Family
How about some family canyoning? It’s the perfect activity to break up those boring afternoons spent watching TV!
Kids of all ages—young, middle, and older—climb over rocky outcrops, slide down natural pools, and discover breathtaking landscapes nestled between vertical cliffs. In the Rhône-Alpes region, with its mountains, you couldn’t ask for anything better! The routes are chosen to ensure that everyone can enjoy the experience—regardless of their skill level. We cheer each other on, we laugh, we get soaked… and (most importantly) we create unforgettable memories.
Psst: Just between us, seeing kids race straight toward the natural slides while their parents hesitate… that’s often a classic scene!
Intermediaries
Have you tried canyoning before and are you looking for a bit more of a thrill? We've got just what you need!
These intermediate excursions let you explore more challenging and varied canyons in the Alps. On the agenda: technical rappels, taller waterfalls, dynamic water sections… Everything you need to move forward with the joy of a fish that’s found the perfect current! You’ll hone your technical skills while taking in the beautiful, sculpted cliffs all around. What a joy: that little rush of adrenaline in your heart, your curiosity running wild, and the desire to push yourself. What more could you ask for!
In short, this level offers more pace and adrenaline, but is just as safe as ever.
Athletes
“I want even more!”
Are you a fan of extreme thrills? Want to amp up the excitement? Get ready for massive descents and heart-pounding thrills!
We have amazing adventure routes that take you into more challenging canyons. Here’s what awaits you: long rappels under waterfalls, even more technical jumps, narrow gorges, and (very) intense descents through mountain torrents. Are you up for a thrill? Then this is for you! Whitewater, cliffs, ropes, adrenaline, and breathtaking scenery—everything you need to have a blast. Stay focused, because the adventure is definitely stepping it up a notch… If you come out soaked but happy, mission accomplished.
Warning: Canyoning is reserved for experienced whitewater rafters!
Family canyoning in the Alps is our specialty.
Sylvain L.
Canyoning Guide
Sylvain
Hi! Want to go canyoning? Let me know where you are, and I'll guide you to the canyon that's best for you.