Wicked Travels Spring 2015 | Page 19

Drift down the Ardèche River

in France

The Ardèche River is 125 kilometres of protected natural beauty, only accessible to hikers and kayakers. You will kayak through the natural stone bridge of the Pont de L’Arc, the famous entrance to the nature reserve of George de l’Ardèche. It is an ideal route for a novice and presents a fantastic way of getting into kayaking as you drift between the limestone cliffs that line the river and reach up to 300km in height.

Kayaking enthusiasts who own their own equipment should check out this useful guide offering information on airline fees and baggage allowances when travelling with a kayak or canoe, as well as information on how to safely pack up your kayak before you travel.