Activities in Alpes de Haute-Provence

Take advantage of the experience of Marc, local guide of Rando Terre d'Azur, to discover the exceptional fauna and flora of the Mercantour. An early morning departure to observe in the best conditions the emblematic animals of the mountain: chamois,

Fly over Provence on a paragliding first flight near Digne-les-Bains, in complete safety, with a qualified and enthusiastic instructor! Paragliding in Barrême gives you the chance to enjoy superb panoramic views and discover the unique sensatio

Discover the wonders of the Southern Alps on a microlight first flight from Barcelonnette with Ubaye ULM!Get ready for a unique and thrilling experience as you discover the mountainous landscapes and picturesque valleys of the Ubaye region from the a

Ride through the breathtaking scenery of Europe's largest canyon at top speed on a 410cc motorbike rental in the Verdon gorges! In the Verdon Regional Nature Park, Locmotoverdon offers you the chance to discover the most beautiful views of the Verdon

Bordered by the communes of Castellane and Saint-André-les-Alpes, Lake of Castillon is almost 10 kilometres long. Located in the heart of the Verdon Regional Nature Park, Lac de Castillon offers breathtaking scenery! Primarily used for irrigation pu

Take advantage of the experience of Marc, a local guide of Rando Terre d'Azur to discover Mercantour's stary sky. You will be amazed ! One in two people in the world cannot see the Milky Way because of light and air pollution! In France, in the

Located in the Verdon, Lac de Castillon offers magnificent natural panoramas. On your canoe-kayak, you can admire the surrounding mountains while enjoying a moment of relaxation on the turquoise waters of the lake. The ideal place to enjoy a guided c

Sporty, but completely accessible if you are in good physical condition, this day out combining electric mountain biking and packraft discovery on Lac de Castillon is not to be missed in the Verdon. Departing from Castellane, you will climb on the sa

Take advantage of the experience of Marc, local guide of Rando Terre d'Azur, to discover the exceptional landscapes offered by this itinerary on the tracks of the wolf in Allos in the Haut Verdon. The wolf is the animal symbol of the wild world: dome

Hydrospeed or whitewater swimming, is practiced with Crazy Water Rafting in Ubaye Valley. It is a sport of white water of total freedom where you navigate as you wish on Ubaye river, supervised by a certified guide that advises you on how to pass the

Enjoy breathtaking views of the fabulous Verdon gorge on the via cordata course of Trou du Renard! Located in La Palud-sur-Verdon, between Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Castellane, the via cordata of the Trou du Renard (Fox Hole) offers a superb climbin

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

Situated in the heart of the Verdon Regional Nature Park, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region, Lac de Castillon is an enchanting place that begs to be discovered... with stand up paddle hire, by the hour or by the day, sail the waters of the Castil

Dive into the rapids and learn how to master the Ubaye River aboard your raft! Rafting is accessible from 7 to 77 years old thanks to the variety of itineraries you'll find in the Ubaye river. From super sporty descents for adrenaline junkies, to cal

With family, friends or even alone, come and discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of the Mercantour during a guided walk. You will leave in the morning from Allos, with an experienced and passionate nature guide from Rando Terres d'Azur who wil

Take your first steps in canyoning in the Gorges du Verdon with the whole family and set off on an aquatic hike along the Tusset route, accessible from the age of 7, or along the Samson Corridor, accessible from the age of 10!If you and your childre

Take advantage of the experience of Marc, local guide of Rando Terre d'Azur for committed outings: these races are ideal for adventure and sports enthusiasts. On the programme: significant gradients, off-trail routes, etc. These new routes for demand

Enjoy the experience of Marc, local guide of Rando Terre d'Azur, to discover the exceptional fauna of the Mercantour. The Mercantour has a unique diversity of fauna and flora in France. It is a massif known to be the wildest of the metropolis, b

The very first geopark to be recognised by UNESCO, the Haute-Provence Geopark, located in the southern Alps, is an exceptional site brimming with geological wonders. And to make the most of it, particularly from the air, this paragliding flight in Di

Want to discover magnificent landscapes and experience new sensations? Come and try a rafting experience in Provence, in the heart of the spectacular scenery of the Gorges du Verdon!The Buena Vista Rafting team will be on hand throughout the adventur

Come and explore the landscapes of the Ubaye valley on a day of snowshoe trekking with Dam Nature 04! Venture out for a whole day on snowshoes along the trails of the Ubaye valley, located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Travel through the French Alp

Join the friendly team at Aquattitude in Montpezat and try a fun and accessible activity in the magnificent setting of the Gorges du Verdon! With pedalo rental in Montpezat, you can explore the cliffs and canyons of the region safely and at your own

Discover a new whitewater sport on a half-day canoraft trip in the Gorges du Verdon! Set off on a 2.5-hour descent of the Verdon rapids and white waters, and make the most of your canoraft experience in the Gorges du Verdon by sharing this adventure

Rafting is a fun activity that can be enjoyed with family or friends in groups of 3 to 8 people, always guided by a professional. Aqua Bond Rafting invites you to join them in the Gorges du Verdon near Castellane to try out this water sport on the Ve

Unlike canyoning, water trekking in the Gorges du Verdon offers greater freedom of movement without the need for a rope or harness, making it ideal for youngsters as young as 7 or 12 depending on the course you choose! Followed by a qualified guide t

Looking for the perfect outdoor activity for your little ones near Castellane? This kids’ canyoning tour in the Verdon is exactly what you need!Located in the peaceful Rayaup Ravine, just outside Castellane, this beginner-friendly canyon is designe

Looking for a change from mountain biking and still want to hurtle down the mountain slopes? Try a downhill scooter in the Verdon! Deval'Bike is a sport practised with an all-terrain scooter, a device adapted to the mountain environment. More accessi

Halfway between hiking and canyoning, an aquatic hiking is done in the riverbed, in this case the Verdon. This activity lets you discover the secret landscapes hidden in the heart of the Verdon Gorges, without the need for ropes. You'll have a c

Rafting in the Gorges du Verdon is a must if you want to spend some quality time with family and friends! In a sublime setting, discover places inaccessible on foot and explore the unspoilt wilderness of Europe's largest canyon by raft!In an inf

In 1905, Edouard-Alfred Martel and his team were the first to explore the Grand Canyon du Verdon by canoe, and now, you can too! With Aquattitude, you can rent your kayak or canoe in the Verdon gorges for the amount of time that best suits you, and e

Take to the skies by microlight in the Verdon and discover the incredible panoramas of Haute-Provence and Lake Sainte-Croix! ULM flights in the Verdon near Moustiers-Sainte-Marie are accessible to all and ideal for enjoying exceptional panoramic view

Experience a mountain survival course in the Ubaye valley near Barcelonette with Dam Nature 04! Located between the Hautes-Alpes and the Alpes-Maritimes, the Ubaye valley is surrounded by mountains exceeding 3,000 meters in altitude. High place of bi

Famous for its superb gorges, the Verdon also offers magnificent scenery on its lakes, surrounded by greenery and bordered by beaches. So it would be a shame to miss out on the Circuit des Lacs, a mountain-biking itinerary starting in Castellane, whe

Rando Terre d'Azur takes you to see the stars in the Mercantour National Park, during a celestial night hike . One person out of two cannot see the Milky Way in the world because of light and air pollution! In France, in the places most preserved fro

Observe the vultures on a guided hike in the heart of the Grand Canyon du Verdon! Departing from the Couloir Samson, you'll set off along shady paths for a 7-kilometre walk in the magnificent Verdon Regional Nature Park. Laurent, your mountain guide,

Come and try your hand at climbing in the Verdon gorge, an exceptional natural setting that will leave you speechless!The Verdon Regional Nature Park is a magical place for all climbers, with numerous climbing routes on the cliffs of the Verdon gorge

Carved out by the Verdon river over thousands of years, the Verdon gorges are a majestic natural site and a biodiversity hotspot offering breathtaking scenery. Reaching a depth of 700 metres, the Gorges du Verdon are the largest canyon in Europe. Fro

Hike the Cadières de Brandis site in Castellane with a passionate and experienced guide! Verdon Nature invites you to discover the specific geological features of the Verdon Regional Nature Park during a hike in Castellane, a picturesque and r

Dive into the rapids and learn how to master the Ubaye River using your fins and buoys! A combination of kayaking and sporty swimming with fins, hydrospeed is also known as white water swimming. It is THE technical and sporty activity, hydrospeed is

Enjoy a great day out with family or friends in the Verdon by discovering canyoning in the Clue du Haut-Jabron, near Castellane!The Clue du Haut Jabron canyon is a must-see near Castellane, with a course suitable for children aged 8 and over who can

Come learn to paraglide in Barrême and discover incredible sensations on your first flights over the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence! Close to the Verdon Regional Nature Park and Digne-les-Bains, the lavender capital, the Barrême paragliding scho

Rafting down the Verdon river is a breathtaking sight. Come get a taster of all the fun of whitewater sports with your family or friends!You are always on the look for an adrenaline rush? Look no further and climb on a raft with your instructor to ex

Discover canoe rafting on the superb Ubaye river with professional instructors in a friendly atmosphere! Also known as hot-dogs, the Canoes or Kayaks (inflatable self-emptying) for one or two people allow you to go down the river by controlling your

Experience your first flight aboard a glider above the Ubaye Valley from the aerodrome of Barcelonnette, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence! A glider or a sailplane is a thin and small two-seater plane without an engine that flies over big distances while havin

Take to the skies over Europe's largest canyon and discover the magnificent Gorges du Verdon from the air! Between the Var and the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, you'll take off for an unforgettable flight over the Gorges du Verdon in an Autogyro microligh

Take advantage of the experience of Marc, local guide of Rando Terre d'Azur, to explore the fabulous Gorges of Saint-Pierre and discover exceptional landscapes. DescriptionStarting from the village of Villars-Heyssier, opposite Beauvezer, you venture

In the heart of the Verdon, the Trou du Renard via cordata offers climbing, handrails, zip-lines and other surprises above the famous Verdon gorges! A magnificent via cordata course, the via du Trou du Renard is located in Palud-sur-Verdon, just a st

Canoe rafting is an activity that approaches canoe techniques and requires no special technical knowledge. It's THE white water sport of the Ubaye valley and the Alps! Advised, encouraged and supervised by a certified guide, you can face the river Ub

Take a climbing course in the Gorges du Verdon and make progress in one of the most beautiful climbing spots in France!Located in the heart of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, the Gorges du Verdon are renowned for their exceptional natura

Come and discover the complete descent of the Ubaye river in rafting near Barcelonnette. Rafting is accessible to everyone, from the more athletic adrenaline junkies to the calmer family. You will be able to taste the joys of a rafting trip between r

Discover the highest peaks of the Mercantour National Park during a guided hike on the Grand Cheval de Bois loop. You will set off in the morning from Allos, with an experienced and passionate nature guide from Rando Terres d'Azur who will be delight

With this water-based activity in the Grand Canyon du Verdon, you can explore the turquoise waters of the Verdon in complete safety. Come and take your first steps in canyoning in the heart of the Verdon, an exceptional natural area!Accompanied by pr

Discover the Verdon regional nature park by mountain bike and packraft on Lac de Castillon with Secret River instructors! If you love mountain biking and packraft, then this activity is for you! Combine mountain biking in the Verdon and packraft on L

Looking for a simple, accessible and refreshing way to enjoy the exceptional scenery of the Gorges du Verdon? Then look no further than this kayak rental from Lac d'Esparron! Lac d'Esparron is wilder and less busy than Lac de Sainte-Croix,

Enjoy the sensations and beautiful landscapes of the via cordata of Main Morte in the Verdon gorge!The via cordata of Main Morte is a sensational sport activity, consisting of a downhill section in a dry canyon followed by another section on the wall

Come and discover the Riou canyon, a little jewel in the Gorges du Verdon, as it is one of the most beautiful and varied in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence! The Riou canyon is known in the Verdon Gorges for its verticality and its dizzying abseils: it is

Experience a 20 to 30-minute scenic flight above the beautiful Ubaye Valley from the aerodrome of Barcelonnette, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence! Between Provence and Mercantour, the Ubaye Valley is a landmark destination for outdoor activities. Its wild and

Get all the thrills of tubing in the Fontgaillarde gorges and float down the river in your own buoy!Akin to canoeing and rafting, tubing is a white-water sport packed with adrenalin. You use a paddle to steer your buoy down the river in the Fontgaill

Set off at full speed in the rapids and go down the Durance rivers in a canoe raft! The natural atmosphere of the Parc des Ecrins combined with the white water of the Durance are a cocktail of sensations and wonder that promises you a magical moment!

Planning to explore the Verdon gorges this summer? Then after your hike near Montpezat or your roadtrip along the Route des Crêtes du Verdon, don't hesitate to change your point of view and discover the gorges by paddling peacefully on the subl

Located in the Verdon, Lac de Castillon offers magnificent natural panoramas. On your canoe-kayak, just a stone's throw from the Verdon gorges, you can admire the surrounding mountains while enjoying a moment of relaxation on the lake's tur

Come and fly like a bird with Frédérique Chaix and Pierre Turrel, the 2 qualified pilots of Praloup Parapente on the heights of Barcelonnette! The easiest way to fly is to take a first flight, no skills are required, just the desire to

Go for a ride on an electric scooter near the Gorges du Verdon and discover the heights of Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon and its lavender fields! The perfect way to discover Provence, the electric scooter in Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon is an activity with low ec