White Water Rafting & Outdoor Activities in the Pyrenees – South of France
Rafting in the Aude River & Canyoning in the Pyrenees National Park
White Water Activities in the Aude River – Pyrenees, France
Outdoor activities near Quillan in the Pyrenees
Climb along rock faces using ladders, cables and suspension bridges. A fun and scenic mountain route with panoramic views over the Pyrenees, accessible for beginners and sporty participants.
Inflatable canorafting and kayaking are ideal activities to enjoy the thrills of the river, even without prior experience. Outings are supervised by qualified and experienced instructors who will help you discover or further develop the basics of canoeing or kayaking.
Canyoning in the Pyrenees Orientales – South of France
Water adventures near Prades & Font-Romeu
Winter Canyoning in hot water
Springs thermal Canyon, 50€
🌿Wilderness Origin🌿
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Activities for everyone – safe & accessible
Fun, discovery and safety always come first.
A professional and passionate team
Our small, dynamic and experienced team welcomes you with a personal approach to make sure you enjoy a friendly, high-quality and fully supervised adventure.
A riverside nature base
Located in Belvianes-et-Cavirac, between Axat and Quillan, our wooded leisure base sits directly by the river, at the foot of the Pierre-Lys gorge and the Devil’s viewpoint.
You will find:
picnic tables · shaded areas · changing rooms · toilets
— the perfect place to relax before or after your activity.
La Guinguette du Verger
Our shaded riverside snack bar is open every day in July and August (12 PM – 10 PM) with continuous service and week-end in April, may et june.
Drinks, local products and simple fresh food to extend your outdoor experience in a relaxed atmosphere.
On site
La guinguette du Verger
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More than 80% organic and local products. The cheeses, meats, and vegetables come from local organic producers.
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90% homemade products! The entire menu offered in the small restaurant is made on site with fresh, organic, and local ingredients.
Food and drinks available at any time from 12 PM to 10 PM, every day in July and August with continuous service and week-end in April, may et june.
Equipment rental for your outdoor adventures
Already autonomous and looking for quality gear?
Wilderness Origin offers a full range of equipment rental so you can explore the Aude and the Pyrenees at your own pace.
Via ferrata sets (harness, shock-absorbing lanyards and helmet), inflatable stand up paddles, neoprene wetsuits and inflatable kayaks are available to help you enjoy the river and the mountains safely and comfortably.
✨ Your project, your adventure
Can’t find exactly what you’re looking for in our offers?
Whether you are planning a special event, a tailor-made outdoor experience, a group trip, a school outing, a corporate day, or a multi-activity stay, our team is here to create a program that fits your needs.
Thanks to our local expertise in the Aude and the Pyrenees, we can design personalised adventures combining white-water activities, canyoning, mountain experiences, equipment rental and relaxing moments at our riverside base.
Tell us about your ideas, your group, your dates and your expectations — and we will do our very best to turn your project into a unique and unforgettable experience.
Things to do in the Pyrenees – Outdoor activities in the South of France
Planning your holiday in the South of France and looking for unforgettable experiences in nature?
The Aude Valley and the French Pyrenees are one of the best destinations for adventure activities in France, combining rivers, mountains, gorges and authentic landscapes.
Whether you are travelling as a couple, with friends or with children, you will find a wide range of family activities in the Pyrenees: white-water rafting, canyoning, tubing, hydrospeed, inflatable kayaking and via ferrata.
Recognised for its wild scenery and consistent water levels, the Aude River is one of the top spots for rafting in France, while the nearby canyons of the Pyrenees offer some of the best canyoning in France, accessible for beginners as well as sporty participants.
With its sunny climate, local food, charming villages and outdoor lifestyle, this part of Occitanie is the perfect place to combine relaxation, adventure and nature during your stay in the South of France.
📍 Perfect location in the South of France
Wilderness Origin is ideally located in Belvianes-et-Cavirac, in the heart of the Aude Valley, between Axat and Quillan, in one of the most beautiful outdoor playgrounds in the South of France.
Surrounded by mountains, rivers and spectacular gorges, our base is the perfect starting point for your adventure — whether you come for a day trip or a longer stay.
🚗 Easy access from:
Toulouse – 1h45
Carcassonne – 1h
Perpignan – 1h15
Narbonne – 1h30
🌍 A prime destination for nature lovers staying in:
Font-Romeu · Les Angles · the Mediterranean coast · Cathar country
Here, you combine white-water sports, canyoning, hiking, local food and authentic landscapes — all in one place.
Join us for a unique experience with your family or loved ones in Aude and Pyrénées-Orientales in the south of France
Wilderness Origin, a French company
EURL Wilderness Origin
“La Guinguette du Verger”
3 Quartier de la Condamine
11500 Belvianes et Cavirac
FRANCE
SIRET : 939 942 967 00018