Caving activities

For enthusiasts.... Discover the subterranean caves as you've never seen it before!

This is the perfect way to experience Aven d'Orgnac from a completely different perspective! If you're physically active, you can book beginners' caving trips to visit part of this superb cave system. Fitted out with the right kit, a professional guide will share their passion for the underground world with you, as you discover the extraordinary mineralogical treasures buried in the depths of this listed site. The cave system will reveal its many subterranean landscapes and areas normally closed to visitors, but that you can now explore. You can choose from four unforgettable underground adventures.

Speleominot / Caving for kids

Children aged 7-12 discover secret chambers of the Aven d'Orgnac and experience a fun introduction to caving ! Crawling through the cave system, you'll get a chance to see shining stalagmites real close...And our expert caver will be on hand to help you the entire way!

Practical information

• 3 hours
• Minimum age:  7. Children must be accompanied by an adult
  
• Up to 8 people
• Good physical condition necessary
• Equipment provided: helmet, light, coveralls, boots, harness, lanyards
• Don't forget to bring: light, long-sleeved clothing (to be worn under coveralls)
• €41/person (adult or child). Family (4 people): €35/person on booking
  
• All year round, booking required
• Booking +33 (0)4 75 38 65 10 (only from 9am to 12pm)
  

Panoramic Descent

Taking the same route as Robert de Joly when he first discovered the cave in 1935 : a 50 m abseil down through the natural cave entrance. The cave works its magic...

Practical information

• 1 hour
• Minimum age: 10
• Up to 4 people
• Good physical condition necessary. Vertigo sufferers should abstain.
  
• Equipment provided: helmet, harness, lanyards
• Wear comfortable clothing, e.g. tracksuit and trainers
• €28/person
• All year round, booking required
• Booking +33 (0)4 75 38 65 10 (only from 9am to 12pm)

Underground Vertigo

Strap into your harness and work your way across the ceilings of the gigantic chambers of the Aven d'Orgnac : a physically-demanding and adventurous climb that offers you a unique view of the most popular cave in Ardèche!

Practical information

• 3 hours
• Minimum age: 14
• Up to 6 people
• Good physical condition necessary. Vertigo sufferers should restrain.
  
• Equipment provided: helmet, headlamp, coveralls, boots, harness, lanyards
• Don't forget to bring: light, long-sleeved clothing (to be worn under coveralls)
• €51/person. Group (6 people): €47/person on booking
• All year long, booking required
• Booking +33 (0)4 75 38 65 10 (only from 9am to 12pm)