Combined

The great outdoors just got greater

As you paddle with your KS3 or KS4 group through crystal clear waters and take in the full impact of this beautiful part of France, it’s an awe-inspiring experience that takes learning to a whole new level. It’s a chance for secondary school students to discover, explore and gain new skills.

But beyond that, it’s the invaluable confidence; the renewed self-belief; the passion to succeed. Because navigating the rapids along the twists and turns of the beautiful Ardèche Gorge, under the watchful eye of highly experienced river teams, is truly a life-changing experience.

Activities

River Adventure

Two days are spent enjoying the 19 mile (30km) descent of the Ardèche River by canoe. After learning the basics, students set off downstream in stages, paddling in small groups, with a dedicated river team ensuring everyone gets the most from their experience. Each sub-group has its own instructor, who will help to build trust and confidence through plenty of individual instruction.

Activity instruction

Our activities are delivered by a mixture of qualified PGL staff and local providers. PGL staff are always on hand to support you and ensure you get the PGL experience you know and love.

An excursion day

Out and about you’ll discover the local area and places of interest - an ideal opportunity for cross-curricular enrichment.

Fun-packed evenings

The fun doesn’t stop when the day’s activities are over. Our centre team leads evening activity sessions for everyone to enjoy.

Details on evening activities coming soon...

Select an activity for a full description

A typical itinerary for this course

8 days by coach 🚌

Daytime Evening

	Daytime	Evening
Day 1	Travel	Travel
Day 2	Travel Arrive at centre - mid-afternoon Swimming Pool session	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 3	Canyoning - Canyon de Besourges	Ardèche River Talk Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 4	Ardèche Descent - Day 1 Peach Orchard to Le Mas (17km)	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 5	Ardèche Descent - Day 2 Le Mas to Sauze Plage (13km)	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 6	Excursion Day e.g. Aigues Mortes	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 7	Treetop High Ropes Swimming Pool and Archery Tag	Depart for the UK
Day 8	Travel	Arrive home

6 days by air ✈️

Daytime Evening

	Daytime	Evening
Day 1	Travel Arrive at centre - mid-afternoon Swimming Pool session	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 2	Canyoning - Canyon de Besourges	Ardèche River Talk Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 3	Ardèche Descent - Day 1 Peach Orchard to Le Mas (17km)	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 4	Ardèche Descent - Day 2 Le Mas to Sauze Plage (13km)	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 5	Excursion Day e.g. Aigues Mortes	Evening Activity & chill out time
Day 6	Treetop High Ropes Depart for the UK	Travel Arrive home

See Excursion Ideas for more information.

Facilities

Football and volleyball pitches
Bar and disco area
Outdoor swimming pool
Sheltered dining area overlooking the grounds
Wi-Fi for teachers - in public areas
A safe is available in the adult accommodation (one per coach group)

Accommodation

Farmhouse

Students - 6-10 bedded rooms with toilets and showers nearby
Teachers - Twin, en suite rooms

Cabin Village

Students - Wooden cabins sleep up to 6, equipped with bunk beds and electric lighting, with toilets and showers nearby
Teachers - 4-berth chalets with 2 bedrooms, fridge, sink, living area, separate toilet and shower rooms, and a large veranda