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Watersports in Les Arcs — 2 of Our Favourites

Find your perfect Les Arcs watersports. Book directly or with help from our local experts

Try your hand at white water rafting, canyoning or paddleboarding on the rivers around Les Arcs.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Les Arcs Watersports Guide.

River Runners - Watersports,

1. Hydrospeeding

Location
Bourg-Saint-Maurice

This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.

The activity consists of swimming down the river with the aid of a foam float, using and playing with the currents. This activity is a little more demanding physically than the others so you do have to be in good health, know how to swim and not be afraid of going under water. This allows you to discover the unique sensation of surfing down white water rivers. What fun!

The Isere is a perfect river for this activity, providing many possibilities and easily accessible from a number of the main resorts. The trip usually departs from Bourg Saint Maurice to Gothard/Aime, however, the team will choose the best courses according to water levels and capabilities of the participants. 

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H2O Watersports,

2. Watersports

Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in Les Arcs with an experienced guide.

Found on the banks of the best river for whitewater sports in France, the Haute-Isere provides the perfect water levels every year from May 1st - September 30th.

Facilities include private terraces for functions, restaurant, brasserie, sports, relaxation areas, washing facilities, picnic areas, hot showers and wifi in a new innovative concept in the world of outdoor sports.

Call or send a message to find out prices and availability. 

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About Watersports in Les Arcs

Try your hand at white water rafting, canyoning or paddleboarding on the rivers around Les Arcs.
From calm kayaking to adrenaline-filled rapids, there’s something for every level of adventure.

Les Arcs and the surrounding valley are a real playground for water-based adventures during the summer months. From mid-May to September, the meltwater-fed Haute Isere river offers ideal conditions for white water rafting, hydrospeeding and canyoning, whether you're after a short splash or a full day of thrills. If you prefer something a little calmer, try kayaking or stand up paddleboarding on the gentler waters. Guided descents and expert instruction are widely available, and with options for all ages and abilities, it's a great way to cool off and enjoy the scenery from a different perspective.