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Half-day sailing on the Gave de Pau

Recommended by 99% of travelers
Lourdes, France
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Supervision by a qualified instructor, vest, helmet, paddle, complete thermal equipment adapted to the weather, professional liability insurance.

      Meeting and Pickup

      Meeting point

      • 26 Rue de Couscouillet, 65260 Villelongue, France

        Our Nautical Base is visible from the road. Follow the "Tom Rafting" signs, then, at the end of the road, turn right into the parking lot.

      End point

      This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      What To Expect

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Stroller accessible
      • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
      • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • Please bring: swimsuit, bath towel, pair of closed shoes (will get wet), tether cord if you wear glasses.
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

      Cancellation Policy

      This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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      Reviews

      5.0
      based on 181 reviews
      Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

      Go rafting with Tom, you’ll love it!

      Lee_R, Jun 2025
      We had a FANTASTIC rafting experience with Tom. The age range of our group was 13 to 85, and everyone loved it. Tom provided clear instructions on how to navigate the raft and stay safe. While we were rafting, he educated us about the area's history, the river, and the wildlife. It’s obvious that Tom loves what he does; he is one of the happiest people on the planet. His humor kept us smiling throughout the day. This rafting trip was definitely a highlight of our tour in France. If you are in the area or just want to ensure an excellent time, sign up for Tom’s rafting excursions. You will not be disappointed!

      Very good morning...

      Josh_T, Apr 2025
      Very good morning rafting, stopped off for Tea half way through to warm up which was nice! Had a great time!

      Best rafting experience

      ISAM_A, Apr 2025
      Big thank you to Tom Rafting for their wonderful communication, I really enjoyed my day with Tom, he's a great guy, very funny and super helpful. I honestly felt so happy with the rafting adventure with heaps of memorable photos. The rafting was very organised with lots of checking in to make sure everything is running smoothly. Also I didn't have a car so they kindly picked me up from the nearby bus stop which helped a lot. 10/10 fun activity, definitely recommend it to everyone.

      Brilliant

      Nigel_B, Jun 2024
      Brilliant fun few hours getting wet on the river, great guide. Brilliant afternoon. Highly recommended 😀

      Response from Host, Jul 2024

      Many thanks Nigel for your visit and this kind feedback! We are always happy when we meet our customers' expectations. Hope you had a pleasant stay in the Valley.

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      per person

      -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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      On average, this is booked 9 days in advance.

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