Canyoning in the Vercors: for companies, works councils, seminars and team-building activities
Booking can be made by calling +336 26 74 08 51 or by email at contact@canyonenvie.fr
Description of canyoning activities for companies and seminars in the Vercors
With over 8 years of canyoning experience and more than 10 years in environmental protection and professional training, Noémie will guide your group safely and with an approach focused on exploring the natural environment.
Canyoning in the Vercors is ideal for strengthening bonds between colleagues, developing teamwork and empathy, building self-confidence and trust in others, overcoming fears, and discovering the natural world. There’s nothing like an outdoor activity to escape the sometimes urban routine of your workplace and discover breathtaking landscapes just a stone’s throw from Grenoble, Lyon, and Valence.
We adapt the canyon choice to the number and skill level of the participants.
Contact us to choose the most suitable route together, ideally one closest to your accommodation or workplace.
Booking can be made by calling +336 26 74 08 51 or by email at contact@canyonenvie.fr
Ideal for a first experience, you just need to know how to swim and not be too afraid of heights. The waterfalls don’t exceed 10 meters and the choice of canyons allows for safe progression on a fun and relatively short route.
Suitable for a first-time canyoning experience, these canyons require a 30-minute to 1-hour hike each way. Waterfalls can reach up to 35 meters, and the length of the route and its aquatic nature necessitate a good level of physical fitness.
Prior canyoning experience or participation in other vertical sports (such as climbing or caving) is recommended. These canyons feature vertical waterfalls of over 30 meters and up to 80 meters. They offer the perfect opportunity to get off the beaten track and discover impressive canyons.
Another way to experience canyoning. Why not take the time to admire the natural surroundings on short, relatively dry routes and discover the geology, fauna, and flora of the Vercors canyons? Scavenger hunts are organized along some routes. Suitable for families with children aged 7 and up.
Booking can be made by calling +336 26 74 08 51 or by email at contact@canyonenvie.fr
With Canyon Envie, you’re insured in case of an accident, this service is included in the price.
We also provide you with photos of the activity.
The Vercors massif is renowned as one of the best canyoning spots in the French Alps. Thanks to its diverse landscapes and the quality of its routes, it attracts numerous visitors each year from Grenoble, Lyon, and Valence.
Canyoning in the Vercors offers a unique experience in the heart of unspoiled nature, amidst waterfalls, crystal-clear pools, and sculpted rock formations.
The most beautiful canyons in the Vercors
We are often asked which are the most beautiful canyons in the Vercors. The answer is not so simple, as it depends on individual preferences and what you are looking for (steep-sided, aquatic, vertical canyons, etc.).
The Vercors region is full of canyons suitable for everyone:
- Fun canyons for beginners
- Accessible family-friendly routes
- Thrilling descents for the more adventurous
Here are a few of our favorite canyons, each for a different reason.
Here are some of our favourite canyons, each for a different reason.
Booking can be made by calling +336 26 74 08 51 or by email at contact@canyonenvie.fr
An ideal spot near Grenoble, Lyon and Valence
Our canyoning trips in the Vercors are easily accessible:
The Vercors is located south-west of Grenoble. Several canyons are in the immediate vicinity of the city, some of which are even accessible by public transport. The closest is the Furon Canyon, located 20 minutes from the centre of Grenoble for its lower section and about 30 minutes for its upper section. For more information, visit our page dedicated to canyoning near Grenoble or our list of canyons explored.
The Vercors is located north-east of Valence, straddling the Isère and Drôme departments. Several canyons are accessible within an hour of Valence, such as Léoncel, located 45 minutes from Valence, and Versoud, 1 hour from Valence. There is also the Ecouges canyon, 1 hour and 10 minutes away, and the Comane, also 1 hour and 10 minutes from Valence. For more information, see our canyoning information sheets or our page dedicated to canyoning near Valence.
The Vercors is located south-east of Lyon, 1½ hours away by car. Some canyons can be reached by public transport (train + bus), such as the Furon Bas, while others are 1½ hours away by car, such as the Versoud and the Ecouges. For more information, see our canyoning information sheets or our page dedicated to canyoning near Lyon.
Booking can be made by calling +336 26 74 08 51 or by email at contact@canyonenvie.fr
FAQ - canyoning Vercors
Canyoning is a mountain sport. However, it is accessible to anyone in good health. It is recommended that you know how to swim and are not afraid of water. If this is the case and you still want to try the adventure, we can find the route that suits you best. The only contraindications to the activity are recent bone trauma and injuries, heart problems, and the activity is not recommended for pregnant women. In any case, it is best to contact us to discuss it.
We have classified the canyons as beginner, athletic or technical.
Beginner canyons are open to everyone, beginners or not. You just need to know how to swim and not be afraid of water. For some canyons, there may be small steps to climb down to reach the start.
Sport canyons are open to people who can easily walk 30 to 45 minutes uphill, on approach and return steps. The route takes between 2 and 3 hours and you must be able to walk on terrain such as boulder fields in rivers.
Technical canyons are open to athletic individuals who have already practised canyoning or climbing and, if possible, abseiling. A telephone contact is essential in order to confirm your level of ability to access these challenging routes.
Canyoning is still a water activity. However, not all canyons are the same. Some are considered to be less aquatic because the water is shallow and the flow is relatively low. If you have any concerns about water, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss them.
On the other hand, neoprene wetsuits float naturally, so there is no risk of drowning even if you are not a strong swimmer! Our guide is also there to reassure you and adapt the canyon descent to your needs and desires.
Some canyons may feature vertical waterfalls that must be crossed by jumping or using a rope. For beginner canyons, we choose routes with small waterfalls so that you can learn abseiling at your own pace. If you are afraid of heights, your guide is there to reassure you and lower you safely if necessary. And if you really dread vertical drops, we also offer ‘water hiking’ routes where ropes are not necessary and the waterfalls are smaller and easy to bypass. Feel free to call us to discuss your options.
Some courses, such as water hikes, are accessible from the age of 6. Beginner canyons are accessible from the age of 8, sports courses from the age of 12 and technical canyons from the age of 14. There is no real age limit, except that after the age of 70, we become more fragile. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss this further.
Many of you ask us this question. However, each canyon is different. Some are very beautiful due to their amazing geological formations, such as Les Ecouges or Le Furon. Others feature lush vegetation, such as Léoncel. Some canyons are very vertical, while others are much more aquatic, with numerous jumps and slides.
Finally, we also offer routes off the beaten track, where you will encounter few or no other people. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information.
At the start of the season (May-June), the water can be a little cold (around 10°C) and in summer it can rise to 18°C. But don’t panic, the neoprene wetsuit and neoprene boots provided will keep you warm. The cold water warms up on contact with your body and keeps you warm throughout the canyoning trip. And for those who feel the cold, we have extra lycra suits available.
To go canyoning, you will need to bring a swimsuit and closed-toe shoes such as trainers with laces. We do not accept water shoes, as they do not provide sufficient support and are very slippery in the canyon. You should also bring dry clothes, a towel and a change of shoes for after the activity. You can also bring a bottle of water and some snacks.
Waterproof cameras and GoPros are permitted, but you are responsible for them.
We provide you with a neoprene wetsuit and booties to wear in your shoes so you don’t get cold in the water. A helmet and harness are also provided for abseiling or zip-lining.
We are primarily an organisation offering canyoning excursions. The nature activities and canyon treasure hunts we offer are designed to help you discover the natural environment in a fun way and in little-known areas, while also offering something original in the Vercors, in canyons that are rarely visited by traditional canyoning enthusiasts.
The outings are therefore still canyoning trips, with abseiling, natural slides and jumps. They just offer that little bit extra, allowing you to learn more about the flora, fauna and geology of the Vercors canyons.
We do not have premises to welcome you and, as you come from very different locations, we prefer to limit your travel. We therefore arrange to meet you directly at the start of the canyons. The meeting points for each canyon will be communicated to you before each outing, by text message or email.
As canyoning instructors, we offer personalised individual training to teach you how to abseil independently, or to learn equipment and rope progression techniques. Please do not hesitate to contact us for a personalised quote.
We also offer environmental training. Whether you are a federal or professional supervisor, working in a school setting or simply a nature enthusiast, we can create a tailor-made offer for you. We can cover topics such as fauna, flora, geology, the impact of the activity, climate change, as well as training to discover nature activities and small games and workshops that you can set up yourself.
Contact us for a personalised quote.