Do we need to know how to swim?

Yes, it is essential.
You must know how to swim at least 25 meters and know how to put your head underwater.

Can we take a child?

Yes if he is over 6 years old, knows how to swim and knows how to put his head underwater .
If parents are new to the activity, we advise you to start with a 5 km route.

How should we equip ourselves?

In summer a swimsuit or shorts and t-shirt are sufficient.
In spring and autumn you should bring a windbreaker and warm clothes to wear during stops.
We offer neoprene wetsuits for rental. In all cases, water shoes or sports shoes are essential.

Can you stop anywhere in the gorges?

During the day you can choose the beach that suits you but respect private properties, fishermen and bathers, your respect will be their courtesy.
Bring back your trash.
Humorous videos on the nice gestures to adopt in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park

Can we fish in the river?

Yes, with a permit.

Can we bring our dog?

We do not recommend it, however if you hold it your dog can occupy the middle seat in a canoe provided you do not tie it up .
It will be advisable to hold it so that it does not disturb anyone during the descent and during the bus journey.

How is our equipment transported during the descent?

We provide you with waterproof containers that you take with you in the canoe in which you place your food and drink.

Do we need to be supervised by an instructor?

For the majority of participants, the descent is carried out freely by adapting the route to their abilities.
Being accompanied by an instructor allows you to acquire a better technical level, to be guided when passing the rapids. But it's more expensive. Support is essential for schools, scouts, or other groups of adolescents.

Where will I park my car or motorbike?

In a large parking lot next to our rental office for day trips. Parking is free. We are at the arrival of the routes, so there is no waiting, you arrive at your vehicle.

Are there restaurants and hotels by the river?

The descent of the Orb is made in the Haut Languedoc nature reserve, there are not many shops.
Only a few restaurants in the villages including: one in Vieussan , two restaurants in the village of Roquebrun and a snack on the base of canoes in the water.
For the day it is best to transport picnic and drink in waterproof cans that we lend you. It is possible to reserve your picnic at the same time as canoes.

How is the descent organized over 2 or 3 days?

For the descent of 2 days:
Le Poujol => Roquebrun : night in Tarassac
for the descent of 3 days:
le Poujol => Cessenon : night in Tarassac then one night in Roquebrun
 
In any case, go to Roquebrun , the shuttle will set you up at the starting point of the descent. You follow us with your car, in which you will have left your sleeping equipment, to place it instead of the bivouac. It is only embarked in the boat the bare minimum to facilitate your navigation.
When you arrive in Roquebrun , we go back to you so that you can collect your vehicle.
If you continue to Lugné or Cessenon , we also come to pick you up.
For comfort enthusiasts, there are campsite in Tarassac . In Roquebrun , there is no bivouac location but the village has many accommodation near the base.

What do we find on the Tarassac bivouac area?

Not much! Provide drinking water. It is a space on the edge of the river that we graciously put at your disposal (for the 2 -day course). Since 2014, you have a dry toilet. We are counting on everyone's good manners to leave this place clean. Those for whom the hot shower and traditional toilets are essential, the stop at the municipal campsite of Tarassac is advised. Remember to book.

What do we find on the bivouac area of Vieussan ?

We provide our land so that you can camp. The village is a few steps away. You will find a small grocery store there.

What are our recommended addresses?

A Tarassac :
Camping Municipal: 04.67.97.72.64
A Roquebrun :
To eat:
- Cave St Martin: 04 67 24 56 49
- Yes: 04 67 38 23 34
- Snack La Guinguette : 04.67.89.52.90
- Restaurant Le Nice Nice : 04.67.89.64.27
- ST HUBERT: 04.67.89.50.37
To sleep:
- Gite "Le Roc de l'Estan": 06 87 80 54 11
- Bed and Breakfasts "La vie en pink": 06 14 22 69 35
-Camping Campotel Gites "Le Nice": www.camping-lenice.com/fr