Rafting down the Ubaye River near Barcelonnette

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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: from Everybody welcome to Occasionally sporty
Duration: 2 hrs
Spoken languages: English, French, Italian
Minimum age: From ages 5 or 15 (depending on option)
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Rafting is THE white water sports in Ubaye ideal for practicing with friends or family. This large inflatable raft, unsinkable, is the bus of the river, it can accommodate up to eight people.

Propelled using your paddles and led by a qualified guide, you face the river Ubaye on a course adapted to your level from Barcelonette to Serre-Ponçon in the Alps. Rafting is a fun and safe activity that will allow you to discover the river in all its state: calm, playful or sporty, with family or friends.

The Ubaye river
Welcome to the most sporty river of France, the French canoeing championships river every 2 years!
A wild and isolated river, which runs are suitable for beginners as well as more experienced rafters: you have the choice between the discovery or sporty descent depending on your level and your desires!
The Ubaye is the most surprising of all the rivers of Europe.
- In spring, you will find a rapid river, sneaking around between the snow-capped mountains, bouncing from wave to wave.
- In summer it flows, crystal clear, in the middle of thousand colors from the fragrant flowers, but don't be fooled, a wave can always hide another!

Offers

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Discovery rafting
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The discovery itinerary is particularly suitable for all those who wish to discover white water sports.

You will discover the power of the river and learn to manage its turns with the help of your guide. You will face the rapids, swim in an invigorating water and flirt with rocks.

Along 9km (about 1,5 hours), you will enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Valley and all its rapids (class III-IV).

Course of events

- Meeting with your instructor directly at the base
- Gearing up on site (changing rooms on site)
- Transportation by minibus to the banks of the river (5min)
- 1,5 hours of descent and return by bus to the base

Activity requirements

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Participants must know how to swim.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimming costume
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

2 hrs

Minimum age:

From 5 years-old and up

Meeting point:

At the base: Font basse 04340 le Lauzet Ubaye

Included:
  • All necessary rafting equipment
  • Wetsuit & shoes
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Sporty rafting
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To access the 9km sporty itinerary (class IV to V), it is important to have been initiated on the discovery itinerary.

You will ride the waves while enjoying their height, slide on natural slides into the depths of the river, live and feel the energy and the force of the elements!
Through play, you perfect your technique, your swimming, or surfing.

After 1,5 hours of descent, those incredible sensations will remain etched in your memory.

Course of events

- Meeting with your instructor directly at the base
- Gearing up on site (changing rooms on site)
- Transportation by minibus to the banks of the river (5min)
- 1,5 hours of descent and return by bus to the base

Activity requirements

Participants must know how to swim and have a previous experience of rafting in white water.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimming costume
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2 hrs

Minimum age:

From 15 years-old and up

Meeting point:

At the base: Font basse 04340 le Lauzet Ubaye

Included:
  • All necessary rafting equipment
  • Wetsuit & shoes
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Discovery + Sporty rafting
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Enjoy the complete descent of the Ubaye river! You will spend around 2,5 on the water for a total activity duration of 3,5 hours that will leave you with unforgettable memories!

You will link the discovery and sporty itineraries proposed by Crazy Water Rafting:

- Discovery itinerary
You will discover the power of the river and learn to manage its turns with the help of your guide. You will face the rapids, swim in an invigorating water and flirt with rocks.
Along 9km (about 1,5 hours), you will enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Valley and all its rapids (class III-IV).

- Sporty itinerary
You will ride the waves while enjoying their height, slide on natural slides into the depths of the river, live and feel the energy and the force of the elements!
Through play, you perfect your technique, your swimming, or surfing.
After 1,5 hours of descent, those incredible sensations will remain etched in your memory.

Course of events

- Meeting with your instructor directly at the base
- Gearing up on site (changing rooms on site)
- Transportation by minibus to the banks of the river (5min)
- 2,5 hours of descent and return by bus to the base

Activity requirements

Participants must know how to swim and have a previous experience of rafting in white water.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimming costume
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2 hrs

Minimum age:

From 15 years-old and up

Meeting point:

At the base: Font basse 04340 le Lauzet Ubaye

Included:
  • All necessary rafting equipment
  • Wetsuit & shoes
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal

Meeting point

At the base: Font basse 04340 le Lauzet Ubaye Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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  • 5 / 5

L'Ubaye est une rivière exceptionnelle pour le rafting. La vallée est très splendide avec plein de belles cascades. Les instructeurs sont top et nous font partager leur expérience.

  • 5 / 5

Une super expérience rafting effectuée en famille ! Magnifique sortie sportive qui nous a permis de découvrir de splendides paysages. Allez-y !