Our hotel between Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Castellane
is your gateway to the Gorges du Verdon
The crown jewel of Haute-Provence and the Var hinterland, the Grand Canyon du Verdon is perfect for practising outdoor and aquatic activities. The emerald waters of this impressive site are perfect for practising canyoning, taking an introduction to rafting, swimming in moving water or enjoying a calm canoe ride to Lake Sainte Croix.
Some of these sports should be practised under the watch of seasoned professionals who are trained to assist you and keep you safe in waters that occasionally become turbulent.
Naturally, we can suggest different activities with our high-quality partners. We any reservation you will received a list of activities and partner, so you will be able to book directly with them! (during high season, we recommend you to book in advance!)
We can organize lunch pack for your activity day!
Different activities to pratice in Verdon area:
Discover:
Introduction to rafting
Inflatable boat trip for 6 to 8 people led by a guide. Rafting is fun, social, and an excellent way of discovering white water. On the Verdon river, the activity is practised by holding the water. Tuesdays and Fridays in July/August: 2 hours and 30 minutes of activity (4 hours total with introduction, equipment, briefing, activity and transport back to base, plus a packed lunch provided).
Aqua trekking
Discover the Gorges du Verdon and its crystal emerald waters with a unique way of swimming. Involving swimming, jumping and small slides, it’s an ideal refreshing activity in an exceptional setting. The activity is available when the flood barrier is closed.
Check with your guide the flood barrier day: 2 hours of water activity make up the 4 hour trip.
For more thrills:
Introduction to canoeing/kayaking
Discover the joys of the river whether two-by-two aboard an inflatable boat, navigating independently under the watch of a guide. 2 hours and 30 minutes of water activity make up the 4 hour trip.
Hydrospeed
With a board and a pair of flippers, feel the thrills of sliding along the river.
2 hours of water activity make up the 4 hour trip.
Canyoning
Treat yourself with a cocktail of freshness and sensation : swimming, walking, jumps, slides, zip line and abselling/
2 hours minimum of activity, different starting point depending on the water level - activity possible from la Palud-sur-Verdon.
Hike
Pedestrians walk : more than 80km path from the hotel. Different levels and difficulties, maps available on site and of course, our advices!
You can also choose to be accompanied by a guide.
Or by bicycle : electric bike rental in the village to discover the Crest Road and enjoy stunning landscapes of the Canyon.
Mountain bike rental and outings with a certified guide.
Nice roads all around the Gorges if you come with your own bicycles - maps available on site and secured garage for your equipment.
From the air
Paragliding, ULM helicopters or hot air balloon to admire the landscapes of the Verdon from the sky!