Courses for all levels
We offer different routes from 7 to 28 km, for durations ranging from 2 hours to a full day.
We also offer canoe and kayak rentals on the river for beginners.
An exceptional setting
Descendez la vallée de l’Orne en canoë-kayak de Pont d’Ouilly à Thury-Harcourt, découvrez les paysages naturels de Normandie. Au cours d’une balade au fil de l’eau, ressourcez-vous et profitez d’un dépaysement total au cœur de notre magnifique région.
Our courses
Le Ham
Clécy
2 h
7 km
From 17 €
Detailed prices
| Kayak (1 person) | 17 € |
| Canoe (2 people) | 28 € |
| Child (8-12 years) in 3rd place | + 8 € |
Course description
7km (Le Ham to Clécy)
Between the hamlet of Ham and Beau Rivage, discover a circuit of initiation to the descent of river in canoe-kayak. This 2-hour trip is suitable even for beginners.
INFO
- Difficulty: (1/5)
- Public: beginners
- Duration : 2 hours
- Last departure : 16H30
SERVICES INCLUDED
- Detailed briefing of the course
- Full navigation equipment
- Transportation to the pier
Clécy
Caumont / Orne
3 h
10 km
From 20 €
Detailed prices
| Kayak (1 person) | 20 € |
| Canoe (2 people) | 32 € |
| Child (8-12 years) in 3rd place | +8 € |
Course description
10km (Clécy to Caumont Sur Orne)
Cruise down the Orne from Beau Rivage to the Caumont sur Orne dam.
- Difficulty: (2/5)
- Public: beginners
- Duration : 3 hours
- Last departure : 15H30
- Sous condition d’affluence
SERVICES INCLUDED
- Detailed briefing of the course
- Full navigation equipment
- Shuttle back to Beau Rivage
Pont d’Ouilly
Clécy
4 h
14 km
From 23 €
Detailed prices
| Kayak (1 person) | 23 € |
| Canoe (2 people) | 37 € |
| Child (8-12 years) in 3rd place | +8 € |
Course description
14km (Pont d’Ouilly to Clécy) in 4h
Between Pont d'Ouilly and Beau Rivage, live an excursion in the heart of nature in a protected area and only accessible by canoe-kayak.
By choosing to do the course in 4 hours, it does not leave time to make many stops or picnic breaks. Also, this choice is to be reserved for people who have already practiced or are ready to paddle continuously. For those who wish to take their time, we also offer a full day trip.
INFO
- Difficulty: (3/5)
- Public: intermediate
- Duration : 4 hours
- Last departure : 14H00
SERVICES INCLUDED
- Detailed briefing of the course
- Full navigation equipment
- Transportation to the pier
Pont d’Ouilly
Clécy
Full day
14 km
From 28 €
Detailed prices
| Kayak (1 person) | 28 € |
| Canoe (2 people) | 45 € |
| Child (8-12 years) in 3rd place | +8 € |
Course description
14km (Pont d’Ouilly to Clécy) in a day
The choice to do the 14km day trip will allow you to take advantage of many breaks, including a picnic stop on the banks of the Orne (provided you have planned your lunch). The river flows in a natural environment not accessible other than by canoe-kayak. There are many places that are conducive to stopping to enjoy these spaces.
This formula is particularly suitable for families with children, beginners, and large groups.
INFO
- Difficulty: (2/5)
- Public: beginners
- Duration: Full day
- Last departure : 14H00
SERVICES INCLUDED
- Detailed briefing of the course
- Full navigation equipment
- Transportation to the pier
Pont d’Ouilly
Thury Harcourt
7 - 8h
28 km
From 36 €
Detailed prices
| Kayak (1 person) | 36 € |
| Canoe (2 people) | 60 € |
| Child (8-12 years) in 3rd place | +8 € |
Course description
25 et 28km (Pont d’Ouilly vers Thury Harcourt)
INFO
- Difficulty: (5/5)
- Public: experienced
- Duration : 7h
- Last departure : 11h
SERVICES INCLUDED
- Detailed briefing of the course
- Full navigation equipment
- Transportation to the pier and shuttle back to Beau Rivage
Practical Information
Required conditions
- 8 ans minimum accompagné d’un adulte
- Know how to swim
- Activity forbidden to pregnant women
- Wearing shoes that fit your feet is mandatory: no flip-flops
- A third person may board a 2-seater canoe, provided that it is a child between 8 and 12 years of age whose build allows him or her to stand in the middle of the boat and to be 3 on the canoe.
- Être en bonne condition physique et ne pas avoir peur de l’eau
- Any minor or group of minors must be accompanied by at least one adult on the river during the activity
- Respecter les pêcheurs, les riverains et l’environnement
- Not be under the influence of illegal substances
Equipment provided
- Boats (canoe/kayak), quality and regular renewal
- Paddles
- Life jackets
- Drums (Beau Rivage does not guarantee the watertightness of drums)
Important : Beau Rivage is not responsible for lost or broken personal items, so it is best not to bring valuables to your activity.
The More
No waiting for a bus
You finish your descents* at Beau Rivage with your vehicle on site.
*for the 7km/14km courses
Free hot showers
Snack bar with terrace in edge of river
An enchanting and exotic setting
Booking
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