Crossing the underground river of Vicdessos

Crossing the underground river of Vicdessos in Ariège is an incredible experience for caving enthusiasts, sportsmen, adventurers, families and groups of friends in search of thrills and discovery of nature. This activity, offered by Speleo Canyon Ariège, is ideal for discovering all the richness, beauty and variety of the underground environment in a friendly and fun atmosphere.

Le parcours débutant permet de s'initier aux techniques de progression souterraines telles que la descente en rappel, les resserrements, les laminoirs, les désescalades, les oppositions et les glissades aquatiques. L'équipe de moniteurs expérimentés vous accompagne tout au long de la traversée, vous dévoilant les méthodes d'exploration et d'orientation afin que vous puissiez prendre la tête de l'équipe pour terminer la traversée par vous-même.

We will welcome you in the garden of our center Speleo Canyon Ariege in front of a small coffee or fruit juice in order to present the activity and the topography of the cavity to make you feel super comfortable. To fully enjoy this experience, we will then provide you with suitable clothing (caving suit, river shoes, full harness and helmet with electric lighting)...

and the adventure begins!!

After a short approach walk in the forest, the cave finally opens up in the heart of the Ariège jungle. You will reach the 3 small easy abseil descents of 4, 10 and 3 meters, then engage in the passage of the "serpentine" to reach the large rooms of the cave.

The main underground river awaits you for a tonic descent through the large galleries. You will cross wet vaults and many water slides before ending in the mineral canyon, a unique experience that will remain etched in your memory.

Le canyon souterrain est une aventure originale, facile et accessible à tous, mais qui n'en reste pas moins riche en sensations. Vous pourrez admirer les merveilles de la nature sous un autre angle, découvrir les jeux de lumières et d'ombres, et peut-être même apercevoir quelques chauves-souris.

Crossing the underground river of Vicdessos in Ariège is an activity not to be missed if you are looking for adventure, discovery and thrills. With Speleo Canyon Ariège, you can live a unique experience, accompanied by a team of passionate and experienced professionals.

So don't hesitate any longer, book your adventure now and dive into the fascinating world of caving!

The underground canyon of Vicdessos

Un canyon sous Vicdessos ?

The first time it's surprising. First, the approach walk in the forest where we wonder how a canyon could possibly be hidden under these trees. And then we look for the entrance. Is it there? It's a bit like Indiana Jones. In the Ariège jungle, near a river, we equip ourselves to enter the cavity. Haaaa so that's where the entrance to this famous underground canyon was hidden! We're very quickly in the game.

We start with a few small reminders that set the mood pretty quickly. We hear the water flowing in the distance in the depths, Rod giving advice on the position of the legs in the rope descent, the plic ploc of the drops falling from the walls. There's nothing difficult but it's an underground adventure! We advance through corridors, we enter rooms dug into the rock. If we're lucky we come across cave animals. With our helmets on, we're exploring.

The corridors give way to large vaults, then it's the underground river. The most daring pass in front and crawl in the cool water under the ceiling of the cave. The Indiana Jones side comes back pretty quickly!

We leave the cavity at the foot of the Auzat dam, even for those who know the place it is disconcerting, how did we get there? Thanks to Spéléo Canyon Ariège! Are you interested? On May 30 and June 2 what are you doing? Explore the Vicdessos underground canyon with family or friends!