Whitewater swimming (hydrospeed) on the Ubaye
Overview
Sport and technical discipline par excellence, Hydrospeed is the whitewater sport for thrill seekers, you will be one with your float but also with the river thus discovering extreme sensations of gliding and well being alongside your guide who can advise you.
The hydrospeed navigation courses offered are accessible from 12 years old for good swimmers.
Palmage exercises in the river, eskimo roll, surf, candles will be offered to give you new sensations.
Combining the techniques of canoeing and sport swimming with fins, hydrospeed is also called whitewater swimming.
Beginners, sportsmen and thrill seekers, we offer different routes adapted to your technical level and your physical condition.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Suitable technical equipment meeting CE standards (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes): 5 mm neoprene suit, 5 mm neoprene jacket, safety vest, helmet, paddle
- Take your towels if you wish to rinse or wash after the activity with the use of our private showers intended for you.
- Think about your swimsuit and shoes that will get wet
Meeting Location
Village du Martinet base du four à Chaux
04340 Méolans-Revel, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We will be pleased to provide you with suitable technical equipment that meets CE standards for your comfort and safety (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes). :
5 mm neoprene wetsuit
5 mm neoprene jacket or kway
Safety vest
Helmet
Paddle
Once equipped, you will leave with your guide for explanations on the handling of the paddle and safety for the descent. Once the explanations are finished, you will set off to face the rapids of the Ubaye river.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Whitewater swimming (hydrospeed) on the Ubaye?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-236515P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private transportation.
- suitable technical equipment meeting CE standards (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes): 5 mm neoprene suit, 5 mm neoprene jacket, safety vest, helmet, paddle.
- Take your towels if you wish to rinse or wash after the activity with the use of our private showers intended for you.
- Think about your swimsuit and shoes that will get wet.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Whitewater swimming (hydrospeed) on the Ubaye is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whitewater swimming (hydrospeed) on the Ubaye will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Private transportation
- Suitable technical equipment meeting CE standards (don't forget your swimsuit and pair of shoes): 5 mm neoprene suit, 5 mm neoprene jacket, safety vest, helmet, paddle
- Take your towels if you wish to rinse or wash after the activity with the use of our private showers intended for you.
- Think about your swimsuit and shoes that will get wet
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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