Canyoning near Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Les Arcs
Tarentaise and Haute-Tarentaise
Canyoning outings in Tarentaise for visitors staying in Bourg-Saint-Maurice, Les Arcs 1600, 1800, 1950, 2000 and the Haute-Tarentaise valley.
A useful outdoor activity from your holiday area
If you are staying in the area and looking for a refreshing summer outdoor activity, Escal’Canyon helps you choose a canyoning outing according to age, level, weather and water conditions.
The canyons are not necessarily inside the town or resort. Participants drive directly to the meeting point shown on the selected canyon page.
Which canyon should you choose?
The best canyon is the one that fits your group, not just the nearest name on the map.
Family discovery
Eau Rousse Canyon
The easiest choice for a first canyoning experience in Tarentaise: playful, refreshing and suitable for families.
- All levels
- From age 8
- Half day
Sporty half-day
Pussy Classic Canyon
A sportier canyoning outing for motivated families, friends, teenagers or groups already comfortable in water.
- Sporty
- From age 12
- Half day
Very sporty
Benetant Canyon
A wild canyon near La Bâthie with abseils, natural slides and a stronger mountain atmosphere.
- Very sporty
- From age 14
- Half day
Full-day adventure
Montmin Integral Canyon
A farther full-day option near Annecy for sporty groups looking for a longer canyoning adventure.
- Sporty
- From age 12
- Full day
Driving times and level chooser
Choose where you are staying and compare the most useful canyoning options near Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Les Arcs. Indicative times are rounded to 5 minutes.
Indicative driving time, to be confirmed according to the exact meeting point shown on the canyon page.
From Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Eau Rousse Canyon
- Drive
- 40 min
- Level
- All levels
- Age
- From 8
- Format
- Half day
Best first canyoning option for families, beginners and Haute-Tarentaise visitors.
Pussy Classic Canyon
- Drive
- 45 min
- Level
- Sporty
- Age
- From 12
- Format
- Half day
A more dynamic canyon for motivated groups.
Benetant Canyon
- Drive
- 45 min
- Level
- Very sporty
- Age
- From 14
- Format
- Half day
A wilder and more physical outing for fit groups.
From Les Arcs 1600 / 1800
Eau Rousse Canyon
- Drive
- 50 to 55 min
- Level
- All levels
- Age
- From 8
- Format
- Half day
The most accessible discovery canyon from Les Arcs.
Pussy Classic Canyon
- Drive
- 55 to 60 min
- Level
- Sporty
- Age
- From 12
- Format
- Half day
A good option for friends or sporty teenagers.
Benetant Canyon
- Drive
- 60 min
- Level
- Very sporty
- Age
- From 14
- Format
- Half day
More demanding, for motivated groups.
From Les Arcs 1950 / 2000
Eau Rousse Canyon
- Drive
- 60 to 65 min
- Level
- All levels
- Age
- From 8
- Format
- Half day
Best discovery option from the higher Les Arcs villages.
Pussy Classic Canyon
- Drive
- 65 to 70 min
- Level
- Sporty
- Age
- From 12
- Format
- Half day
A sportier half-day canyoning outing.
Montmin Integral Canyon
- Drive
- 100 min
- Level
- Sporty
- Age
- From 12
- Format
- Full day
A longer full-day canyoning adventure.
Practical information before booking
Direct meeting point
You drive directly to the meeting point shown on the selected canyon page.
Adapted level
Beginner, family or sporty group: the canyon is chosen according to age, water confidence and conditions.
Half day or full day
Eau Rousse, Pussy and Benetant are half-day formats. Montmin Integral is a farther full-day option.
What is included
- Safety equipment
- Neoprene wetsuit
- Neoprene socks
- Rope
- Harness
- Protective helmet
What to bring
- Swimsuit to wear under the wetsuit
- Closed-toe sneakers with firm soles
- Water bottle
Frequently asked questions
Is the canyon located directly in the resort or town?
Not necessarily. Canyoning outings take place in natural canyons accessible by car from your holiday area. The exact meeting point is shown on the selected canyon page.
Which canyon is best for a first time?
Eau Rousse is often the best option for a first canyoning experience because it is playful, refreshing and suitable for all levels from the minimum age shown on its page.
Which canyon is best for a sporty group?
Pussy Classic, Benetant or Montmin Integral may be more suitable depending on the group’s fitness, water confidence and the conditions of the day.
Do we need a car?
Yes, in most cases you drive directly to the canyon meeting point shown on the chosen canyon page.
Are jumps mandatory?
No. Jumps are adapted to the group and are generally avoidable. The instructor chooses the safest options according to the group and water level.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The outing can be adapted, moved or postponed if conditions are not safe. The instructor makes the decision according to the weather and water level.
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Ready to choose your outing?
Contact Escal’Canyon to choose the canyoning outing best suited to your group.
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