Descent of the Valcarlos canyon in Bidarray, Basque Country

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From 10 years-old and up
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Enjoy a unique experience in the Basque Country and conquer the Valcarlos canyon at ValCarlos, near Bayonne, Anglet and Biarritz.

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At the foot of the Pyrenees, less than an hour's drive from Bayonne, Anglet and Biarritz, cool off in the heart of the Nive springs as you descend the Valcarlos canyon at Val Carlos in the Basque Country.

Whether you're a thrill-seeker or just a nature lover, set off to conquer the Valcarlos canyon, located not far from Bidarray, a small village in the French Basque Country bordered by two rivers and recognised by the Natura 2000 network for its splendid flora and the diversity of its easily observed fauna.

For the descent of the Valcarlos canyon, near Bayonne, Anglet and Biarritz, you'll be equipped with a wetsuit, helmet, harness and a pair of canyoning shoes. With its Basque name of Luzaide, this Pyrenean canyon will reveal all its secrets with the help of your instructor, who is passionate about the region. Once you've put on your equipment and memorised the safety instructions, you'll set off to conquer the Valcarlos canyon, for a 3-hour canyoning experience.

Alone, with family or friends, the Valcarlos canyon descent is the ideal way to discover canyoning in the Pyrenees... you can learn to do it easily and without too much effort thanks to the "aquatic course" option, or discover the classic canyoning obstacles with the "rope course" option.

Your instructors, all passionate about the nature of this area, its complex geology, canyoning and, on a larger scale, the Basque Country, will be delighted to share this feeling of communion with the surrounding mountains throughout the descent... As this area is classified Natura 2000, the expertise of your guides will enable you, if you're lucky, to come across animals in their natural environment.

The Valcarlos canyon, in Bidarray near Bayonne, Anglet and Biarritz, is a great way to discover the richness of the Basque Country and to have 3 hours of fun and fresh air... memories guaranteed!

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Practical information

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Meeting point:
Bar-restaurant Benta Azkena, Bo. Gaindola, 1, 31660 Valcarlos, Navarra, Spain
Spoken languages:English, French

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4.8/5

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Sven G., Belgium — 26/07/2024
4/5
Sometimes it was a little bit frustrated not to walk through the water but on the side. But I understand it's for the nature and our own safety sometimes. It's accessible for everyone, we had a 9 year old with us.
Gwenaelle B., France — 23/08/2024
5/5
Première expérience de canyoning : Encadrement super par un moniteur compétent et sympathique , cadre magnifique . A refaire !
Séverine B., France — 02/08/2024
5/5
Germain notre guide hyper pro drôle sécurisant Un parcours canyoning vraiment sympa agréable Merci
Katy B., France — 01/08/2024
5/5
Très bonne option pour des débutants ! Petite balade bien contemplative mais avec du challenge quand même.
Celine G., France — 17/08/2023
5/5
Activité dépaysante, amusante

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