Hydrospeed Gorge Descent in Savoie
A float board, a pair of fins and the Isère, face to face.
- 3.0H
Description
Want to experience white water up close? With hydrospeed in Savoie, there’s no boat: you ride down the river lying on a float board, fins on your feet, right at wave level. It’s the ideal descent for a first experience, through the Centron gorges.
The activity takes place on the Isère, in Savoie, about 2 hours from Lyon. You make your own way there, then shuttles take you to the start and bring you back after the descent.
The route is suitable for beginners. It alternates between rapids and calmer stretches, giving you time to get the hang of your float board and master the basics of white-water swimming. About 1 hour 15 minutes in the water, for sensations very different from rafting.
The activity is open to anyone aged 14 and over, provided they can swim and are comfortable in the water. All the necessary equipment is provided, and a qualified instructor accompanies you throughout the descent.
Available in summer, from €77, hydrospeed is an outing with friends full of spray and laughter, and an original gift idea for thrill-seekers.
- 3.0H
Being able to swim is compulsory, and feeling confident in the water is recommended: with hydrospeed, you’re right in the river. Bring a swimsuit and a beach towel; all other equipment is provided.
How the activity works
🙋 Welcome and equipment
📢 Shuttle, briefing and safety
🏊 The descent through the Centron gorges
✅ Finish and return
Why choose Takamaka ?
Founded in 1994 by two passionate paragliding instructors, Takamaka specialises in outdoor adventure activities. Our agency is based in the heart of Old Lyon, and we’re part of a network spanning 17 destinations across France and Switzerland.
Canyoning, rafting, paragliding, via ferrata, canoeing, quad biking or hot-air ballooning — we’ll take you to explore some of the most beautiful outdoor playgrounds around Lyon. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced adventurer, we have an experience to suit you.
Your safety is our top priority. Our activities are led by professional instructors and guides, with state-recognised qualifications wherever required. All the equipment you need for each activity is provided.
Whether you’re going solo, as a couple, with family or with friends, enjoy an unforgettable outdoor adventure just a stone’s throw from the city. Looking for the perfect gift? All our activities are available as gift vouchers, valid for one year!
FAQ
What is hydrospeed?
It’s a river descent done swimming, lying on a float board and wearing fins. You’re right at water level, which makes the sensations more direct than in a raft.
Where does the hydrospeed descent take place?
In the Centron gorges, on the Isère, in Savoie, about 2 hours from Lyon. You make your own way there, and shuttles handle the transfers on site.
When can you do hydrospeed?
In summer, with two possible departure times: 8:45 am or 3:45 pm. The activity depends on the river’s flow and the weather conditions.
How long does the activity last?
Allow 3 hours in total, including about 1 hour 15 minutes in the water. The rest of the time is spent getting equipped, on the shuttles and at the briefing.
How old do you need to be to do hydrospeed?
Hydrospeed is open to anyone aged 14 and over. No experience is needed for this descent.
Do you need to be able to swim?
Yes, being able to swim is compulsory, and feeling confident in the water is recommended. Safety equipment is provided.
Why choose hydrospeed over rafting?
To experience white water on your own, in direct contact with the river. Everyone steers their own float board, for more intense and more physical sensations.
How much does a hydrospeed descent cost?
From €77. All the necessary equipment and supervision by a qualified instructor are included.
How do I book a hydrospeed descent?
You can purchase online, but the date cannot be booked on the website. Contact Tanguy on 04 78 79 28 13 or at lyon@takamaka.fr. If conditions prevent the descent from going ahead, your gift voucher is automatically carried over, free of charge.
Can I give a hydrospeed descent as a gift?
Yes, with a gift voucher valid for 1 year, sent immediately by email (or by post for €2). If the activity cannot take place for reasons beyond the recipient’s control, the voucher is renewed free of charge.