Rafting on the Nive at Bidarray, near Biarritz

Take a raft or mini-raft from Ossès to Bidarray and enjoy a 1? hour descent in the heart of the Basque Country.

Rafting on the Nive

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From€35
2.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 7 years-old and up
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Practical information

Alone, with family or friends, set off to explore the Basque Country and in particular one of its famous rivers: the Nive.

For the more selective among you, this hour and a half will be an opportunity to learn how to manoeuvre your rafts with the advice of your instructor, who is used to sailing on the Nive.

And for the luckiest among you, rafting on the River Nive from Ossès to Bidarray may allow you to come across pottocks (small local horses), foals or sheep... and don't forget, those who enjoy looking up may also spot vultures or, even rarer, falcons.

Fellow holidaymakers on the Basque coast, what would you say to visiting the lands of New Aquitaine in a sporty, fun and refreshing way? River rafting on the Nive, from Ossès towards Bidarray, is just what you're looking for!

Course of events

Presentation Equipment (wetsuit, helmet, lifejacket) Briefing (technical and safety) Embarkation Sailing on the Nive (1h30) Activities (racing, jousting, desalination) Return and access to changing rooms and hot showers.

Special terms

Boat with 7 to 9 places, depending on your number of passengers, you may have to share the boat with other people during the descent. This activity is open to children aged 7 and over as long as you can swim.

Meeting point:
Arteka, RD918, 64780 Bidarray
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Wetsuit, helmet and lifejacket
  • Shuttle bus to the start
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimming costume and towel
  • Closed shoes
  • Shower set