Hydrospeed, also known as ‘white-water swimming’, involves travelling down a river on a foam float, propelling yourself with flippers on your feet. Come and tackle the Nive on an hydrospeed, like a fish in water! You’ll take on the rapids using your foam float. With flippers on your feet, you’ll glide along with the current. You’ll take on the famous Pas de Roland rapid.
Enjoy a snack bar, a picnic area and hot showers at the centre. Free on-site car park.
Packages
A 3½-HOUR DESCENT BY HYDROSPEED
Terms and conditions of the activity
- Ages 12 and over
- MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM
- Be in good physical condition (please note: this is a sporting activity)
How the activity works
1️⃣ Preparation and equipment
- Location: Base located in Itxassou (229 Errolako Bidea) on the banks of the River Nive.
- Equipment provided: foam float, flippers, wetsuit and neoprene booties, helmet and lifejacket.
- Requirements: must be able to swim; minimum age 12 years.
2️⃣ How the trip works
1. Briefing (45 minutes): safety instructions and navigation techniques explained by a state-qualified instructor.
2. Shuttle bus journey to the starting point on the River Nive, between Itxassou and Cambo-les-Bains.
3. Descent (minimum 1 hour 30 minutes):
- Position: lying on the float, propelling yourself with fins.
- Route: a mix of rapids (Class II–III) and calm sections, including navigating around rocks and small waterfalls.
- Supervision: constant support from a specialist guide.
3️⃣ Target audience and conditions
- Accessibility: Suitable for people with reduced mobility on request (subject to group composition).
- Groups: suitable for families, friends or corporate events.
4️⃣ Options and logistics
- What to bring: swimming costume or swimming shorts, towel.
- On-site facilities: showers, changing rooms, car park and picnic area.
🌿 Ethical commitment
- Respect for the environment: kayaking in unspoilt natural areas of the Basque Country.
- Weather information: activity subject to the water conditions of the River Nive.
This activity combines thrills with total immersion in the Basque countryside, with professional supervision ensuring safety and instruction.
Good to know
- Be over 12 years old
- Be able to swim
- Wetsuits and neoprene booties provided
- Please bring a swimsuit and a towel
- Be in good physical condition
- Allow 3½ hours, including preparation and a briefing
Important notice to buyers: once the ticket has been purchased, it is the customer’s sole responsibility to contact the provider of the relevant activity to arrange an appointment 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 15/04/2026 TO 30/09/2026
📞 BOOKING REQUIRED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE
If you do not receive an immediate response when you call, 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.
- Open every day
- Departures at 9.00 am and 1.00 pm
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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Hydrospeed is an outdoor activity that involves travelling down a river whilst wearing an individual float, a neoprene wetsuit, fins and a helmet. It allows you to experience the thrills of white water as close as possible to the current.
No. Hydrospeed is suitable for beginners. Participants are supervised by professionals who explain the navigation techniques, safety instructions and the right way to enjoy the descent.
Yes, some rapids are suitable for children, depending on their age, their comfort level in the water and the river conditions. The activity is carried out using appropriate safety equipment and under professional supervision.
The ideal time is generally from spring to autumn. Water levels, the weather and river conditions all affect the experience and mean that routes can be adapted depending on the time of year.
The equipment required usually includes a wetsuit, a float, flippers, a helmet and a life jacket, all of which are provided on site. We recommend that you bring your own swimming costume, a towel and suitable footwear that can be worn in the water.
Hydrospeed offers a unique combination of white-water swimming, gliding and exploring the river. It’s the perfect activity for adventure seekers who want to experience the current in an immersive way.
