Things to do in Castellane

1. Full-day private tour of Verdon Canyon and Sainte-Croix Lake

A full day by private vehicle from Nice—panoramic views, Castellane village, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and leisure time at the scenic Sainte-Croix Lake.

2. Rafting trip in the Verdon Gorges

Four hours of rafting over 14 kilometres from Castellane to Pont de Soleil, featuring jumps and swims through scenic rapids.

“Cyrille is an excellent guide—friendly and passionate, with extensive knowledge of the river. Even with unpredictable weather, the refreshing journey provided us with stunning views. We had a wonderful experience.”— Sunshine20475836854

3. Rando Aqua: Le Pont de Tusset guided tour in Castellane

Half-day guided tour, including neoprene suits, life jackets, and helmets — enjoy a nature walk along the Verdon River's white waters.

“We had an excellent time on the Aquarando ride to Samson Hall. My friend, who was a bit apprehensive, was comforted by the guide. We're excited to try more adventures and highly recommend this experience.”— marion081287

4. Aquatic hike in the Grand Canyon du Verdon

Four-hour guided aquatic hike through the turquoise waters of the Verdon, with optional jumps into the canyon.

“I had a wonderful experience in the Tusset with Maxine. I would definitely return to try the Samson, as the natural beauty of the gorges is truly stunning.”— Denis V

5. Family-friendly rafting on the Verdon River

Two hours on the Verdon River — guided rafting suitable for families, with a mix of gentle and sporty sections for varied interest levels.

“Our experience in the Verdon area was the highlight of our vacation. Ben stood out as an exceptional guide, creating a strong team dynamic on the boat while ensuring we had a fun yet safe experience. The entire HBO team was professional, and the information provided before and during the trip was excellent.”— heidifQ2570RS

6. Rafting in the Gorges du Verdon from Castellane

Three hours of rafting on the Verdon River with a certified instructor, family-friendly fun along scenic and rapid sections.

“Aqua hiking and rafting were absolutely fantastic experiences. The guides provided great advice and had a wonderful sense of humor. I highly recommend their activities. One suggestion would be to allow photo-taking to capture the moments. Thanks for introducing us to Verdon and the restaurants. Soso and Flo. PS: Flo can't stop chuckling about the slide.”— solened491