6-Day Adventure Stay in the Haut Verdon at Colmars-les-Alpes
Six days of mountain sports, canyon rivers, and alpine landscapes in the heart of Mercantour National Park.
This Haut Verdon adventure stay places you at the center of one of the most dramatic alpine environments in southern France, where canyons, gorges, rivers, and high-altitude lakes form the backdrop for a week of outdoor activity. Designed for those who want genuine mountain experiences without extreme technical demands, the itinerary balances exploration with physical challenge at an easy to moderate level. Altitudes reach up to 3,000 meters, putting you genuinely inside the Mercantour landscape rather than simply passing through it.
Your base for the six days is La Chaumiere, a historic family property in Colmars-les-Alpes that has been passed down through five generations. Originally established as a holiday residence in the early twentieth century, the gite now welcomes families, sports enthusiasts, and independent travellers in a setting that feels both authentic and welcoming. The hosts bring a genuine connection to the region, which shapes the character of the stay from arrival to departure.
Over the course of your six days, you will take part in four activities chosen from a programme of six options, each set within the natural environment of the Haut Verdon valley. The activities range from hiking on high-altitude trails to canyoning through carved rock gorges, mountain biking on alpine tracks, tubing along river currents, and summer sledging on dedicated mountain runs. Each experience draws directly on what the surrounding landscape offers at this time of year.
Colmars-les-Alpes sits within a valley that has preserved much of its historic character, surrounded by fortifications and traditional stone architecture. The town serves as a practical and atmospheric base, with the Mercantour National Park accessible in every direction. For anyone interested in combining outdoor activity with an authentic sense of place, this corner of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence delivers without compromise.
Tour Highlights
Explore alpine terrain at altitudes reaching 3,000 meters inside Mercantour National Park.
Experience canyoning and tubing through the dramatic gorges and river systems of the Haut Verdon.
Ride mountain bike trails that wind through some of the most scenic valleys in the southern Alps.
Stay at La Chaumiere, a five-generation family gite with genuine regional heritage in Colmars-les-Alpes.
Choose four activities from six options, tailoring the adventure programme to suit your group and interests.
Discover canyons, gorges, mountain lakes, and river environments across a protected national park landscape.
Suitable for families and adults at an easy difficulty level, with no prior specialist training required.
Itinerary Overview
Arrive at La Chaumiere and settle into the gite. Meet your hosts and receive an orientation to the Haut Verdon valley, the activities programme, and the local area. The evening is free to explore Colmars-les-Alpes and its historic fortifications.
Begin your adventure programme with the first of your four chosen activities. Options include hiking on marked alpine trails, mountain biking, canyoning, tubing, or summer sledging. The surrounding terrain offers immediate access to varied natural environments.
A day focused on reaching higher elevations within the Mercantour National Park, with activity choices that take advantage of the dramatic canyon and gorge landscapes. Trails and waterways at this level offer a different perspective on the valley below.
Activities on this day are centred on the river and canyon systems that define the Haut Verdon geography. Canyoning and tubing are particularly well-suited to this stage of the stay, making the most of the natural water features in the area.
Complete your four-activity programme with the final session, followed by free time in the afternoon. This is an opportunity to revisit a favourite location, relax at the gite, or explore the town and its surroundings at your own pace.
After breakfast, check out from La Chaumiere and depart. Guests are welcome to take a final walk through the village before leaving the Haut Verdon valley.
What Is Included
Included
- 5 nights accommodation at La Chaumiere gite, Colmars-les-Alpes
- 4 guided sports activities chosen from the programme of 6 options
- Access to canyoning, tubing, hiking, mountain biking, and summer sledging environments
- Host welcome and regional orientation on arrival
- Use of the La Chaumiere family property facilities throughout the stay
Not Included
- Meals and drinks unless otherwise specified at booking
- Personal travel insurance
- Transport to and from Colmars-les-Alpes
- Equipment hire where applicable for specific activities
- Any activities beyond the 4 included in the programme
Important Information
Reserve Your Place
Places at La Chaumiere are limited and the Haut Verdon summer season fills quickly. Secure your six-day adventure stay in Mercantour National Park by booking directly through the link below.
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