Discover one of the most challenging canyons near Annecy by taking on the Montmin Canyon, starting from La Plagne-Tarentaise!
This one-day canyoning experience in the Montmin Canyon from La Plagne-Tarentaise is a superb outdoor adventure in Savoie, easily accessible from the ski resorts of the Tarentaise Valley (La Plagne, Courchevel, Méribel, etc.). You will have the pleasure of exercising yourself on the full Montmin Canyon course, a sporting course accessible from the age of 12, a must for all canyoning enthusiasts near Annecy. With abseiling from a height of around 10 metres, jumps up to 8 metres high (optional) and natural slides (all of which can be bypassed), you will have plenty of thrills for around 3 hours!
Situated near Doussard, south of Lake Annecy and just 1 hour's drive from La Plagne-Tarentaise, the Montmin Canyon offers a magnificent setting with crystal-clear waters coming straight from La Tournette mountain. You will have the chance to enjoy it in a small group (maximum 8 participants), alongside a qualified instructor who will look after your safety while advising you on how to approach the various obstacles on your way. All the equipment you need for the activity will be provided (neoprene wetsuit and socks, canyoning shoes, helmet and harness), as well as transport by minibus from the fully equipped CanyoniCimes base at La Plagne-Tarentaise (changing rooms, showers, toilets, restaurant, etc.).
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced canyoneering enthusiast, all you need to join this adventure is the ability to swim and a sporting attitude. So if you meet these conditions, don't wait any longer to book your place and discover the Montmin Canyon from La Plagne-Tarentaise!
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Practical information
Sporty descent of the Montmin Canyon:
- approx. 3.5 hours of activity in the canyon;
- jumps up to 8 metres high (all of which can be bypassed);
- abseils from a height of around 10 metres;
- natural slides (all of which can be bypassed)!
Please allow a total of 8 hours for the whole experience.
- Meeting with the instructor at the CanyoniCimes base 15 minutes before the start of the activity (parking on site)
- Briefing on the activity and distribution of canyoning equipment (neoprene 2-piece wetsuit and socks, helmet, harness and canyoning shoes)
- Equipment in the base changing rooms
- Minibus journey to the canyon car park (approx. 1 hour)
- Briefing on safety instructions and use of equipment before the start of the activity
- 20-minute approach walk
- Departure for a 3.5-hour canyoning tour down the Montmin Canyon, with abseiling, jumps of up to 8 metres and natural slides that can be bypassed, as well as a picnic break
- 20-minute walk back to the minibus
- Return to the base by minibus (approx. 1 hour)
- De-equipping in the changing rooms, with the chance to shower to end the activity, and then take advantage of the facilities at the base: restaurant, petanque area, etc.
All participants must know how to swim, be in good physical condition and not have any medical contraindications to take part in this activity.
- Maximum weight: 264 lbs / 120 kg
Written parental authorisation is required for minors to participate in this activity.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity.
This activity is not accessible to pregnant people or disabled people.
Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.
A minimum number of 3 participants is required to run this activity.
- Instructor
- 2-piece neoprene wetsuit (5mm thick)
- Neoprene socks
- Canyoning shoes
- Helmet
- Harness
- Transport by minibus
- Photos
- Meal
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Bottle of water
- Snack
- Picnic lunch
- Glasses cord
- Elastic for long hair