Join Benjamin, IFMGA certified mountain guide, on this half-day canyoning adventure at Le Gros Dard, in Saint Claude. Perfect for an initiation!
Jura
1/2 Day
Apr - Sep
Intermediate
Jura, in Eastern France, is a renown destination for canyoning. And it makes sense, since there are many fantastic routes! For example, one of my favourites is Le Gros Dard. I propose here a half-day adventure in this wonderful natural place.
The Gros Dard is in Saint-Claude. This canyon has many jumps, but they are all within a reasonable altitude. Therefore, it is a perfect option if you are looking for an initiation into canyoning. Besides, there is an option to avoid any jump or waterfall that you might not feel comfortable with. And families are of course welcome!
It is a beautiful canyoning descent, immersed in a dense forest, giving it a very special ambiance. You will immediately see what I mean when you get there.
And if you already have canyoning experience you will also greatly enjoy this half day. Or, if you prefer to try a more demanding option in the same place, have a look at this full canyoning day: Gros Dard integral.
Thinking of trying canyoning in the Jura? Then don't hesitate to send me a request! It will be my pleasure to guide you here. Besides, I also offer other half day canyoning options: La Langouette and Les Gorges de Malvaux.
More info
Equipment provided: neoprene suit, neoprene shoes, helmet, harness, and group technical equipment.
You need to bring: closed shoes with good soles, bathing suit, towel.
Meeting point
5.0
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Mountain Guide
The Jura massif is an ideal place to learn and grow your experience in alpine techniques. I practice mountaineering, ski touring and ice climbing in the winter. I am also located very close to the Swiss and French alpine massifs.
First, I started as a ski rescuer. My passion for skiing and climbing helped me discover the classic routes in the mythical summits of the Alps. The first mountain courses I went on with friends as a guide - which I did with a lot of effort, doubts and perseverance - were much needed to build my experience. Still, they also gave me a lot of joy, and I was able to pursue them while laughing and creating beautiful moments shared.
My experience and terrain knowledge will allow you to move safely and enjoy your time, without a promise of the summit but of sharing a privileged and unique moment in the mountains.
Finally, I'm a fully certified IFMGA mountain guide.
Languages
French | English
Certificates
SNGM | IVBV | UIAGM | IFMGA
Evan
Overall great experience spending the day with Benjamin. Spoke very good English and spent the whole day touring and hitting a couloir in Switzerland
Coen
We had a great day with Benjamin. He gave us an introduction to ski touring, while leading us to some beautiful outskirts of the Portes du Soleil. Lovely day!
Sander
Guillaume
Thanks to the site, we had a rapid proposal for a guide, who quickly tool contact with us. He chose a trip adapted to the competences of the family and remained very diligent during the full trip. Great experience !
Dominic
An excellent guide, who planned an amazing route and combined technical instruction with local knowledge to provide a very enjoyable day of skiing that improved my off-piste skills and gave me confidence to try lines that I would never consider alone.
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