Étoile Rando hiking & canyoning

Canyoning trips, half-day, full-day or advanced courses with accommodation at the Gaudichart private refuge:

Half day :
- Baby canyon: From 6 years old. 1h30 to 2h descent
Specially adapted for younger children, this fun course includes small waterfalls, slides and even jumps for the more adventurous. Introduction to abseiling, not exceeding 3 meters.
- Discovery canyon: From 6 years old. 3 to 4 hours of descent
Extension of the descent of the "Baby Canyon" with an additional zip line descent into a 5 m high waterfall. Introduction to abseiling not exceeding 5 meters.

Daytime :
- Intermediate canyon: From 10 years old. Up to 4 hours of activity, approximately 30 minutes of approach walk.
An opportunity to discover steep and longer courses with jumps, abseils, and slides. Waterfalls can reach heights of up to 25 m. Thrills guaranteed! Beginners welcome with good physical condition.
- Sports canyoning: From 14 years old - Canyoning for the day
To discover all the facets of this sport. If you're looking for a day full of excitement and a real adventure to share in a small group, these canyons are for you.

​Advanced training stay:
This course is designed to allow you to perfect your progression techniques in an aquatic environment, with the added bonus of an outing to one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe to round off the week!
In a friendly atmosphere and in a small group, I welcome you to my mountain refuge, in the wild and unspoiled valley of Haute-Bléone. Unusual accommodation in private chalets in the heart of the forest, full board with balanced meals and local cuisine to delight you!


Hiking trips, whether itinerant or in a hub:

Itinerant circuit of Art Refuges:

A traveling circuit between contemporary art and hikes in the wide open spaces of the Dignoises Pre-Alps, in the heart of the Geopark of Haute-Provence, through the works of Andy Goldsworthy.
This is a unique hike in Europe, which follows old paths dotted with works by the artist (most of them are designed inside old buildings rebuilt for this occasion).
The concept of Refuges d'Art is based on itinerancy, the process of hiking is part of the daily encounter with a monumental work in the mountains and the discovery of varied and wild landscapes where nature is sublimated by a fauna and flora. exceptional.
As a mountain guide, I have had the pleasure of supervising this stay since 2009. When I started, in close collaboration with pioneers of the route (Jean Pierre Brovelli, Vincent Pergolizzi), I am now offering you this stay with an original journey getting closer to the footsteps of the artist.
Guaranteed departure from 5 people, circuit of 6 days/5 nights. Baggage transfers and meals provided. Accommodation in lodges.

Multi-activity family stay in an eco-responsible camp, at the private Gaudichart refuge:

A stay offered during the summer holidays since 2008 with an all-inclusive formula: Accommodation, full board, cocktail of sports activities supervised by a mountain professional (forest adventure course, hiking, canyoning, treasure hunt, etc.) From 6 years old
On an unusual camp perched at an altitude of 1300m, in the heart of the preserved Haute-Bléone Massif, Gaudichart's private refuge is accessible only on foot (30 minutes walk from the village of Prads-Haute-Bléone) and offers a superb view panoramic view of the high peaks of the valley.
On site, an electric winch transports your luggage to facilitate your arrival. A natural rhythm with groups on a human scale, accommodation in private chalets, plates garnished with homemade meals and always fresh spring water... Here are the ingredients to feed the imagination of great adventures in the heart of untamed nature!
Private refuge open by reservation only, from April to October.

Tailor-made stay at Gaudichart’s private refuge:
In spring and autumn, stays may include the sports activities mentioned above, or full-board accommodation only. Contact us for a detailed quote.

Minimum age: 6 years