Caving in the Aven des Côtes near Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Ardèche

3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
From€58

Discover caving in the Aven des Côtes near Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in Ardèche with the instructors of Base Canyon de la Besorgues !

Discover caving in the Aven des Côtes near Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in Ardèche with the instructors of Base Canyon de la Besorgues !

Located near Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, the Aven des Côtes is ideal to learn caving! Come and discover a geological and mineral environment out of the ordinary! Discover impressive galleries and concretions and enjoy a unique activity to do with family or friends in complete safety. Accessible from 12 years old, the Aven des Côtes course is intended for sportsmen and proposes a rather technical course.

Accompanied by an instructor with a state diploma in caving, go on a half-day discovery of the Aven des Côtes and learn about all aspects of caving. Fun and aquatic, the course gathers all the ingredients of caving : narrow passages, passages in pools, and abseiling... The Aven des Côtes being blocked by a siphon, i.e. a drowned underground conduit, you will have to go back the other way to return outside. However, this second stage will be much more sportive and will include some crawling, some de-escalation and the presence of mud.

Don't wait any longer and discover sport caving in the Aven des Côtes near Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to live a unique experience!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Meeting point on the parking lot of the Boulangerie Roumanet - 1270 D104B, 07200 Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon.
- Equipment set up by your instructor.
- Approach walk to arrive at the cave.
- Briefing by your instructor on the activity, the equipment and the safety rules.
- Caving session: abseiling, narrow passages, passages in pools...
- Walk back to the meeting point.

Activity requirements

It is imperative to be in good physical condition and not to suffer from asthma to do this activity.

The minimum age to do this activity is 12 years old. However, it is also necessary to weigh 42 kg minimum.

Meeting point:
Boulangerie Roumanet - 1270 D104B, 07200 Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon
Spoken languages:English, French, German
Included
  • Helmet
  • Wetsuit
  • Headlamp
Do not forget to bring
  • Sportswear
  • Closed shoes
  • Spare of clothes
  • Water
  • Snacks

Reviews

Average rating

4.7/5

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Camille F., France — 30/05/2023
5/5
L’activité était complète, descente en rappel, passage sinueux, un peu d’escalade mais tout est possible et très bien organisé. On remercie Jean-Philippe pour son expertise et ses belles photos !
SOLENE D., France — 12/08/2021
5/5
Très belle découverte ! L'activité était une première, aussi bien pour mon compagnon que pour moi. Nous avons beaucoup appréciés ! Moniteur très gentil et les explications données tout au long de notre parcours étaient forts intéressantes !
Aline A., France — 21/07/2021
5/5
Spéléologie dans la grotte de l avent des côtes. Premiere sortie speleo pour le groupe que nous étions. Super sortie. Guide au top qui prend le temps d expliquer et de répondre aux questions. Descente en rappel, ramping dans la rivière vraiment génial. Le tout en complète sécurité. Je recommande vivement vous ne serez pas déçu!
Romane G., France — 25/06/2021
5/5
Très bien encadrée, juste assez sportive, une belle découverte et un groupe génial !
anne-sophie B., France — 22/08/2018
5/5
Découverte du monde souterrain fossile et vivant. rivière souterraine, descente en rappel, ramper dans les passages étroits, captivant!

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