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Rafting on the Durance - Embrun

Recommended by 95% of travelers
Provence, France
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting right on the edge of the Ecrins National Park—the alpine landscapes look even more dramatic when viewed from the water. On this tour, follow an easy but adventurous route along the Durance River from Châteauroux-les-Alpes to Embrun and enjoy a mix of fast rapids and gentle sections, as well as the chance to cool off with a swim.
  • This rafting tour is ideal for beginners and children (8+ years)
  • Learn rafting basics and hone your skills throughout the tour
  • Flexible departure times: choose a morning or afternoon tour
  • Enjoy extra attention from your guide during this small-group activity

What's Included

  • suitable technical equipment meeting CE standards (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes): 5 mm neoprene suit, 5 mm neoprene jacket, safety vest, helmet, paddle
  • Private transportation
  • Think about your swimsuit and shoes that will get wet

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • EVP - Eau Vive Passion (Durance - Rabioux)
    Route St-James La vague du Rabioux, 05380 Châteauroux-les-Alpes, France

    Our reception site is located in front of the Rabioux wave. Arrival at the first car park, continue the road and past the campsite to finish at the second large car park.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1

Embrun

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8
based on 40 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A fun, active, and unique way to see the Alps!

Raymond_B, Apr 2023
My friend and I had an amazing time rafting with Taz. He was professional, kind, and made sure we felt safe the entire time. I would recommend this activity to anyone interested in seeing the Haute-Alpes scenery from a unique perspective - navigating through the Durance river!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you to you and Scott for your message and your coming to the Durance with EVP - Eau Vive Passion. I hope that the end of your studies will go well and that you will have a good match in Milan before returning to the US. THANKS

Rafting sur la Durance

Ernesto_P, Jul 2025
you have to be willing to have fun, exciting experience where you try experiences outside of the everyday menage
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Response from Host, Jul 2025

🌊 Merci infiniment pour ce bel avis TripAdvisor ! On est ravis que votre aventure sur la Durance vous ait permis de sortir du quotidien et de vivre une expérience aussi passionnante 💥🛶 C’est exactement ce qu’on cherche à partager avec nos descentes : du fun, du dépassement de soi, et des souvenirs qui détonnent dans la routine ! Merci d’avoir embarqué avec nous — à très bientôt pour repousser encore un peu plus les frontières de l’ordinaire 😉 — L’équipe EVP – Eau Vive Passion (Durance)

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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