Sporty Excursion to the Bitet canyon near Laruns

Organized by
full day
Sporty
From 14 years-old and up
From€100

Challenge yourself on a day out in the Bitet canyon near Laruns, in the heart of the Ossau valley!

Are you an experienced canyoneer looking for your next adventure in the Pyrenees? Then head to the beautiful Ossau valley to discover the lower Bitet canyon for a sporting excursion in a wild and beautiful setting! The Bitet canyon in Laruns is a real thrill-seeker in the Béarn region, with its engagement, technical jumps that require tonicity and precision, and watery abseiling descents.

During your canyoning trip in Laruns, a professional guide will accompany you throughout the day to ensure your safety and help you through the most challenging sections of the Bitet canyon. The abseiling descents will exceed 30 metres (98ft) and the natural slides will reach heights of up to 10 metres (32ft)! You can also have fun with water games in particularly dynamic water movements.

The Bitet canyon is very aquatic, and although the course is technical, it is still accessible to sports enthusiasts. It's the ideal place to go canyoning in Laruns if you're looking for a new challenge while exploring an unspoilt, remote part of the Ossau valley!

What are you waiting for? Book this sporty canyoning trip in the Pyrenees and discover the lower Bitet canyon with an experienced guide!

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From€100

Practical information

A 5-6 hour excursion in the lower Bitet canyon near Laruns with a professional guide.

  • The route doesn't always offer any escape routes.
  • Natural slides up to 10 m high (32ft).
  • Abseiling over 30m (98ft).
Course of events

Please allow a full day for this activity, including around 5.5 hours of canyoning.

  • Meet at the college car park (opposite the Locaski shop) in Laruns.
  • Set up the equipment.
  • Drive to the canyon in your own vehicle.
  • Approach walk (30 minutes max).
  • Briefing by your instructor on the activity, equipment and safety rules.
  • A 5-6 hour excursion to the lower Bitet canyon.
  • A maximum 30-minute walk back to your vehicle.
  • Back to the meeting point.
  • Return of equipment and debriefing.
Activity requirements

You need to be able to swim, be in good physical condition and have good canyoning experience to take part in this activity.

You must bring your own vehicle to the meeting point. Transport to the canyon is not provided.

A minimum of 4 participants is required to take part.

Special terms

The route includes abseiling descents that may be watered and can exceed 30 metres (98ft). You will help the instructor with rope handling.

The commitment is sporting, the environment is isolated and the route doesn't always have any escape routes.

Meeting point:
College car park (opposite the Locaski shop) in Laruns 64440
Spoken languages:French
Included
  • 2-piece 5mm isothermal neoprene suit (jacket + overalls)
  • Neoprene socks
  • Fully equipped harness (lanyards, karabiners, descender)
  • Headset (some with Go Pro attachment)
  • Collective equipment (bags, cans, ropes, etc.)
  • Bag and water bottle for your picnic
Excluded
Do not forget to bring
  • Sport shoes with laces and grip that will get wet
  • Spare shoes
  • Swimsuit
  • Bath towel
  • Synthetic sports T-shirt (Lycra or equivalent)
  • Easy-to-carry picnic in a rucksack with a waterproof water bottle (bag and water bottle provided by the guide)

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