The Palue, a tributary of Lake Léon, invites you into the heart of the Landes region, within a protected natural area. Over an 8-kilometre route, you’ll paddle a canoe or kayak amongst unspoilt flora and fauna. For two hours in the shade of a gallery forest, discover the Landes’ original vegetation along this narrow, winding little river.
Packages
2-HOUR CANOEING AND KAYAKING TRIP
Terms and conditions of the activity
- You must be able to swim
- Children under 12 must be accompanied
How the activity works
1️⃣ Route
An 8-kilometredescent of the Palue within a protected Natura 2000 nature reserve, in the shade of the Landes forest. Average duration: 2 hours at your own pace, with a gentle current.
2️⃣ Practical information
- Vessels: canoes/kayaks for 1 to 3 people.
- Shuttles: bus service included for the return journey to the starting point.
- Opening hours: open from 1 May to 31 October, with evening sessions available in July and August by booking.
3️⃣ Audience and accessibility
- Suitable for all abilities, including families (special rates available).
- Pets allowed.
- Equipment: provided by the centre (life jackets included).
4️⃣ Bookings
The sessions take place without a guide (self-guided), but with an initial briefing on safety and the route. The route combines ecological discovery (unspoilt flora and fauna) with water-based leisure activities.
🛎️ Additional facilities
- Snack bar and picnic area on site.
- Free car park and Wi-Fi access.
Good to know
- Children under 12 must be accompanied
- You must be able to swim
- Self-guided tour (unaccompanied)
Important notice to purchasers: once the ticket has been purchased, it is the customer’s sole responsibility to contact the provider of the relevant activity to arrange a booking during opening hours.
RESASOL accepts no liability for the confirmation, amendment or cancellation of bookings, nor for the practical arrangements for accessing the activity. It is the customer’s responsibility to check directly with the provider regarding booking procedures, opening hours and any other conditions necessary for taking part in the activity.
By purchasing a ticket, the customer accepts these terms and conditions and acknowledges that they must take all necessary steps to confirm their booking with the service provider before the desired date of the activity.
🕗 OPENING HOURS
ACTIVITY AVAILABLE FROM 29/05/2026 TO 28/09/2026
📞 BOOKING REQUIRED AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE
If you do not receive an immediate response by telephone, please leave a voicemail message stating your booking request and your contact details (surname, first name, telephone number and email address), and/or send an email to the contact address provided in the confirmation email you received when you placed your order, so that we can get back to you.
- Off-season: departures by appointment at 11.00 am / 12.00 pm / 1.00 pm
- Peak season: departures every hour (first departure at 10.00 and last departure at 16.00)
Included in the offer
The pass/ticket purchased is valid for the year in which it was purchased, subject to the activity’s opening dates.
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Yes, you need to be able to swim to go canoeing or kayaking. Wearing a life jacket is compulsory and ensures you can enjoy the activity in the best possible conditions.
Yes, canoeing and kayaking are activities suitable for beginners. After a few tips on paddling technique and safety, everyone can enjoy a pleasant outing, whatever their level.
Yes, canoeing and kayaking are ideal family activities. Children can take part depending on their age and the conditions on the water, provided they are accompanied by an adult and wearing a suitable life jacket.
The ideal time is generally from spring to autumn, when temperatures are more pleasant. Weather conditions and water conditions remain the key factors in ensuring you get the most out of your trip.
We recommend that you wear suitable clothing for water activities: swimwear, clothes that can get wet, closed-toe shoes, sun cream, a cap and a bottle of water. Water sports equipment is usually provided.
The main difference lies in the shape of the craft and the paddling position. Canoeing is usually done on one’s knees or sitting down with a single-bladed paddle, whilst kayaking is done sitting down with a double-bladed paddle.
