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Canoeing the Dordogne France
Trip Overview
This canoeing expedition offers a leisurely way to explore one of France's most interesting waterways. The Dordogne River runs alongside glorious golden-pink limestone cliffs and passes the walnut groves and truffle woods of the Perigord; an area rich in history and striking views.
At a Glance
6 nights camping
Self catering
2 days instruction
4 days supervision
Group normally 5 -12 per leader
Canadian canoes
Trip Highlights
One of France's most celebrated rivers: wide, peaceful, calm, flat
Excellent for families, easy for beginners
Riverside camping, all with pools; superb restaurants
Excellent views all along the river: picturesque perched villages and troglodyte cave dwellings
Is This Trip for You?
The canoeing is safe, not demanding, and we give you a lesson on handling your canoe before you set off. There are no major weirs to carry your canoe round, and the flow of the water does much of the work for you, so you can travel downstream looking out for imposing and magnificent chateaux, mediaeval villages and prehistoric sites including the Grottes de Lacave.
NB: All customers must be able to swim at least 50m fully clothed. We provide 2/3 person canoes, Buoyancy aids and all camping equipment (sleeping bags available to hire)
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Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Travel
The group will meet at Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, exact location TBC.
There are good public transport links from both Bordeaux and Bergerac Airports.
Your tent will be set up ready for you at the campsite so you can dump your stuff and go and explore this wonderful French town.
Day 2 Practice/training
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
0900 - 1700
Today is all about getting familiar with your canoes. Your instructor will take you for a short day paddle with the emphasis on teaching/developing your paddling skills. We will return to Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne at the end of the day.
Today is also the time to go shopping and do all the final preparation for your journey. There may also be time if required to do extra training or just relax by the pool.
Day 3
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne to Les Granges
0800 - 1700
Day 4
Les Granges to Les Ondines
0800 - 1700
Day 5
Les Ondines to La Sagne
0800 - 1700
Day 6
La Sagne to Beynac
0800 - 1700
Day 7 Travel
The group will disperse from Beynac. Good transport links are available to Bordeaux or Bergerac airports.