Canyoneering in Chaley
From 50€ / people
A half-day of canyoning
In Chaley in the Albarine Valley
A super fun canyon
Ideal for families or friends
Slides and jumps up to 8 meters
Every day from April to September
For further information contact Les Guides du Bugey au
07 68 80 90 69
CANYONING in CHALEY, one hour from Lyon and Geneva. A package to discover canyoning in Bugey. A half-day outdoor activity ideal for families, groups, and friends. Let's just say it right away: Chaley is our favorite canyon.
For families with young children between 7 and 11 years old, we offer a family package where we adapt the canyoning experience for younger children.
1. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
The Chaley canyoning course is suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over to discover the activity:
* a short uphill approach walk (15 to 20 minutes)
* one or more rappels into waterfalls
* jumps into pools up to 7 meters deep
* natural slides
* siphons and caves
* swimming sections
These obstacles are easily avoided if you feel uneasy.
The canyon's water comes from mountain springs; it is fresh and pure all year round, even in summer. Although the flow rate slows down in summer, the canyon is relatively dry and can be enjoyed all summer long.
Total activity duration: 3 hours
2. COURSE AND LOCATION OF THE ACTIVITY
Find the full description of the Gorge Canyon in Chaley: https://www.escalade-montagne.fr/canyoning/ain-bugey/chaley/
We meet at the canyoning parking lot opposite the Chaley campsite. If you don't have a car, we can carpool at the Tenay/Hauteville train station, 5 minutes from the canyon. The Chaley campsite is open from March 1st to September 30th.
3. High-quality PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISION
As a guarantee of safety, the group is supervised by a professional guide with a DEJEPS Canyoning diploma or equivalent. The guide is a local who knows the canyons inside and out.
4. EQUIPMENT, HYGIENE, AND ENVIRONMENT
The instructor provides all the equipment necessary for the activity. The equipment is checked during each outing and complies with current PPE standards. Neoprene wetsuits are provided. They are of very good quality (two pieces, 5 mm thick) and offer optimal protection against the cold. They are washed with a biodegradable antibacterial product based on essential oils after each outing. Neoprene booties are provided to insert into the shoes.
Use athletic shoes that provide good ankle support, with soles in good condition, and are clean, free of solvents or paint to avoid polluting the waterways.
Avoid using cosmetics or sunscreen on the day of the activity to avoid polluting the river.
5. ONLINE BOOKING
Use this link to book your activity: https://bookeo.com/guides-bugey?type=3254T6CYHE189B279A465
| Supervision by a State-certified Canyoning instructor |
| Full 5 mm neoprene wetsuit |
| Neoprene socks (to be worn inside shoes) |
| Harness with two dynamic lanyards, descender (CE standard) |
| Transportation to the activity location |
| Shoes with sturdy soles and laces (high-tops if you have fragile ankles) |
| Swimsuit and towel |
| Change of clothes and shoes |
| Water (0.5 liters/person) and a snack |
| Civil liability and accident insurance |
| KNOWING HOW TO SWIM IS MANDATORY |
Les Guides du Bugey is a team of independent climbing instructors and canyoning guides based in Bugey, in the southern Jura Mountains. Bugey is a mountainous region located in the Ain department, near Bourg-en-Bresse, Lyon, Chambéry, and Geneva.
Les Guides du Bugey will safely introduce you to the world of cliffs, canyons, and mountains in the most beautiful natural sites of Ain, Jura, and Savoie.
2025 RATES
Individual (price per person): €50
Reduced rate (children under 11): €45
Price for a group of 8 people: €400
Time slots available for groups of 4 or more.
Maximum of 8 participants per group. For larger groups, please contact us by phone for a quote.
2025 SEASON: From May 1st to September 21st, 2025
Meet on site at 9:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. (choice at booking)
Total activity duration: 3 hours
Reservation required at least 24 hours before the excursion date.
One of our goals is to make the right decisions to protect natural sites and limit our impact on ecosystems and the environment.
100% local: thanks to our local presence in Bugey, close to our practice sites, we reduce our travel to a minimum. We use sustainable and environmentally friendly equipment, manufactured in France or Europe. We work with partners located in the areas we visit: restaurants, bars, and accommodations.nWe will suggest taking public transportation to the meeting points (when possible!) or carpooling for outdoor outings.
Protecting the planet: it's natural!
Photography and imagery are part of our DNA. Take advantage of our video and photo equipment to take your adventure memories home with you!
After each outing, we'll send you photos and videos of the outing, free of charge and with a smile!
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