Canyoning Annecy Angon Discovery

About this tour

Navigate the Angon canyon near Lake Annecy in this accessible 2.5-hour descent through water-carved rock formations. Suitable for ages eight and up, this guided adventure suits families and groups wanting an active but manageable challenge. You'll rappel past waterfalls, swim through natural pools, and scramble over boulders in one of the lake region's most popular canyoning routes. All safety gear and wetsuits supplied; photos captured during the outing available for download.

Highlights

• Rappel past cascading waterfalls into clear pools
• Swim and scramble through narrow canyon passages
• Suitable for children from age eight upwards
• Warm neoprene suit and socks provided
• Professional photos of your descent included
• Moderate difficulty, no prior experience needed
• Lake Annecy location with public transport access

What to expect

You'll spend two and a half hours working through a series of water-filled sections, jumping into pools, sliding down natural water chutes, and abseiling down rope-anchored drops. The canyon floor is slippery limestone and smooth rock, so footing requires attention. You'll move in a small group with a qualified guide controlling pace and safety. Expect to be wet throughout; the water stays cool even in summer. The physical demand is steady rather than intense—climbing, swimming, and careful footwork on wet surfaces—but nothing explosive or highly technical.

Good to know

Bring your own closed-toe trainers (water shoes ideal) and swimsuit. Not suitable if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. Moderate fitness required. Public buses serve the area. Allow time post-activity to dry off and change.