The Durance valley is ideally located between the beautiful towns of Guillestre and Embrun. This marvelous part of whitewater begins with the Guil river, then the Durance takes over all the way to the Serre-Poncon lake. All day long you will have time to play in whitewater, enjoy the scenery, share your adventure with your friends and have a lunch by the river wave called le “Rabioux”.
For the children and the parents who want something mellow: the boats are Rafts. Specialized schools are available on the spot where white water Rafting activities are supervised by qualified instructors. Saint Crepin is the ideal location to challenge your limits and skills.
Accommodation options like rooms rentals, shelters and small picturesque hostels are available in a magnificent natural landscape in the environs of Saint Crepin, while the nearby National Park of Ecrins will enrich your program with entertainment and leisure activities.
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