Sports activities

The Esquimaude, Canoeing on the Ain River

Pet Friendly

We speak English

Reduced mobility adaptation

L'Esquimaude offers descents of the Ain by canoe-kayak from Pont d'Ain and to the first bubbles of the Rhône, by kayak, on stand up paddle solo or Big Sup (group paddle).

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L'Esquimaude offers several routes starting from Pont d'Ain (or Neuville/Ain or Poncin): 5, 7, 10, 13, 22 and 32 km, half-day and more if you like. Depending on the choice of course, your adventure will be family-friendly and accessible to all (from 5 years old) or more enduring, if your choice is for the 32 km course to be done over 2 days.

The Pont d'Ain base offers you to take an additional break by welcoming you to the terrace area after your descents. Ice cream, coffee, tea and cold drinks will be there.
Possibility of privatizing our reception tent for breakfast, meal, seminar, birthday, ... more information on our website.

New:
Fight with giant inflatable cotton swabs on a giant inflatable paddle.
Booking is recommended

Children are admitted from 5 years old; they only pay 7€ if they are the 3rd passenger on the boat.

Reception - children from 5 years old
- groups and associations
- primary schools
- colleges and high schools
- airy centers
- summer camps
- all communities
- works councils

Types

  • Sports activities

Adapted tourism

  • Wheelchair accessible with assistance

Proposed activities

  • Water sports
  • Canoe Kayak

Comfort

Spoken languages

  • English

Services

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pets with supplement

Customer base

Minimum age: 5
Maximum group size: 350

Prices

Adult: from €9 (Valid for canoes, classic kayaks and Stand up paddle)
Child (5-11 years): 7 € (he must be placed in the middle of the canoe).

Group rate from 20 people.

Consult l'Esquimaude directly for group rates
Pets: 5 €
Descent in Bigsup: from 150 to 190€ (8 people).

Consult l'Esquimaude directly for group rates
Pets: 5 €
Descent in Bigsup: from 150 to 190€ (8 people)

Payment method

  • Cheque
  • Cash
  • Classic Holiday Vouchers
  • Bank transfer

Opening

From 01/05 to 30/09, daily.
Departure between 9 a.m. and 15 p.m.

Multimedia

Descent of the Ain River - Eskimo

Descent of the Ain by canoe-kayak with the Esquimaude

Advice from the Office

In case of rain

Do not panic ! Here are all our sheltered activities.

On the way back

To bring back a souvenir or something to treat yourself, stock up on local products from Pérouges in Bugey.