The source of the Verdon River is close to the col d’Allos hill in the Trois Eveches mountain range, flowing into the Durance river near Vinon-sur-Verdon, after traveling 175 km/108 mi. The most interesting part of this journey is found between Castellane and the Pont du Galetas, on the lake of Sainte-Croix. Floating for several kilometers, the Verdon Gorge becomes the borderline between the departments of Var in the south and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in the north in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region.
The Verdon Canyon and the river itself offers various spots along the river for white water rafting and other outdoor activities in the Southern Alps. The phenomenal ‘playground’ of mountains and rivers stretches from the Côte d’Azur to the Verdon while Mercantour national parks will not let you down. Various schools would assist you no matter the level of your efficiency. Make a reservation for a group descent along the Verdon river, catch your breath by looking upside towards the narrow and steep sides of the Verdon Canyon.
It is recommended that you start from naval bases of Entrevaux and Castellane, in the heart of the Southern Alps! Full of thrills and spills, rafting is very popular activity in Verdon among friends who share the same team spirit in extreme sports.
The inflatable boat is supported by a crew of 4-8 persons max and maneuvered by the guide who ensures your safety. Whatever your white water experience or level of experience, you’ll enjoy this refreshing activity.
The Bhote Koshi river stems from Tibet and is part of the Koshi River System. It is considered to be as the steepest and most ranging river in Nepal. Here, rafting can be only extreme and absolutely exciting!
Jacques Cartier River is a river in the province of Quebec, located at 161 km/100 mi (30 minutes) away from Quebec City. The river's springs are spotted close to Jacques Cartier Lake in Laurentides and the river flows in a southern direction in the Sainte Lawence River at Donnocona.
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Maykop is a city situated on the right bank of Belaya River, which is a tributary of the Kuban. It is the capital city of the Republic of Adygea in Russia.
Saint Martin du Puy is a small rural community, gathering eight villages in Burgundy of central France. The village of ''Plainfas'' is the most populated one and it is located near a beautiful lake, called Lac du Caumecon.
The Free State is situated on the flat boundless plains in the heart of South Africa. Known locally as the "breadbasket" of South Africa, it is an agricultural city and most of its land lies at 1000 m/3281 ft above sea level. It is the land of rugby, sunny skies and characterized by a continental climate, with warm to hot summers and cool to cold winters.
Forcalquier is a commune situated in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, in southeastern France. It is located between the Lure and Luberon mountain ranges, about 30 km / 19 mi south of Sisteron and 10 km / 6.2 mi west of the Durance river.
The Gorges du Verdon, located in south-eastern France (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence), is a river canyon, considered to be one of the most beautiful in Europe. It is about 25 km/16 mi long and up to 700 m/2296 ft deep, formed by the Verdon River and named after for its startling turquoise-green colour. Its most impressive part lies between the towns of Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie while at the end of the canyon, the Verdon River flows into the artificial lake of Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon.
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Marseille is situated on the southeast coast of France. It is the second largest city and the center of the second largest metropolitan area in the Hexagon after Paris. Marseille is the capital of the Bouches-du-Rhône department as well as Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The whole urban and metropolitan area extends beyond city limits. Marseille is France’s largest commercial port and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast.
Marseille is situated on the southeast coast of France. It is the second largest city and the center of the second largest metropolitan area after Paris. Marseille is the capital of the Bouches-du-Rhône department as well as Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The whole urban and metropolitan area extends beyond city limits. Marseille is France’s largest commercial port and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast.
Camargue is a region, located in the south of Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, France. It lies between the Mediterranean Sea and the two arms of the Rhône River delta. The eastern arm is called the Grand Rhône and the western one is the Petit Rhône. Since 1986, Camargue site has been designated as a "Wetland of International Importance" by the Ramsar Convention.
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