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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a good trip. The 23 km kayak was a bit too long for us, but we managed it. Nice to have small, natural beaches along the way: great for a stop or swim. Material was ok. 2 person kayak was more... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We came with the Bike too the Ardeche, and our camping was at the bottom of the 32 km. Trip. First we wanted to get a Taxi, but they actually organized a Private ride for us up to Vallon Pont d'arc.(... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a very well organised canoe and kayak rental company. Excellent timing and explanation of the river. A great day out in a beautiful setting

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Agreeable staff, clockwork planning, everything was there but the water down stream (which is hardly their fault)

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  1. Canoe and Kayak Rental Service

About Loulou bateaux

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Loulou Bateaux est un loueur de Canoe Kayak de Vallon pont d'Arc (07150 Ardèche Sud) qui organise notamment des journées de descente de l'Ardèche (qui passent par le célèbre pont d'Arc). L'entreprise réalise également des activités de Canyoning, d'Escalade et de Spéléo à la belle saison. Pour de plus amples informations sur l'ensemble de nos activités sportives et de loisirs, vous pouvez soit visiter le site web de l'entreprise, soit passer nous voir Route des gorges à Vallon, ou nous joindre par téléphone au 04 75 88 01 32. N'hésitez pas également à nous laisser un avis qui nous permettra de satisfaire toujours plus nos clients !

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommend Loulou Bateaux

I went on a two-day trip with Loulou Bateaux and I’m very satisfied with the experience.
👉 The organization was well managed from start to finish, everything was clear and smooth.
👉 Excellent value for money, hard to find better.

A wonderful adventure that I highly recommend! 🚣‍♂️✨

August 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect

Perfect, very nice people !

September 28, 2020
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Thanks a lot !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely staff

Lovely staff, good location just next to river and efficient transport back to start. We had a great time.

September 26, 2020
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Lovely return Clare ;-)
Thanks a lot !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a good trip

We had a good trip. The 23 km kayak was a bit too long for us, but we managed it. Nice to have small, natural beaches along the way: great for a stop or swim. Material was ok. 2 person kayak was more difficult to steer than the 1-pers kayak. The organisation explained everything ok, we only had to wait a short time to go back by bus.

September 21, 2020
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Here's a good little discovery schedule ...
Thank you for taking the time
See you soon for the 12 km then !!!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The organisation was sadly not adapted…

The organisation was sadly not adapted to covid....after waiting for an extra 20 minutes after the agreed pickuptime next to the bus... Instead of this bus we had to take another, larger bus that arrived later... That bus was full and the busdriver did not bother to demand that everybody has to wear protective masks.... very frustrating!

September 9, 2020
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Reply from Loulou bateaux

Bonjour Johan,
L'attente où qu'elle soit, est toujours un dilemme pour une clientèle toujours plus pressée.
E cas de forte affluence, indépendante de notre volonté, nos anticipations pourtant considérées, nous avons été obligés de réagir au mieux et malgré tous nos efforts, nous constatons que ce délai supplémentaire n'est pas supportable pour certains. Veuillez nous en excuser.
Question Covid : oui, le port du masque est obligatoire dans les bus !
Nous ne savons pas quel parcours vous aviez choisi : un changement d'horaire aurait peut-être diminué votre attente !?
Merci néanmoins de votre visite et à bientôt ;-)
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Hello Johan,
Waiting wherever it is, is always a dilemma for an ever more pressing clientele.
In the event of a large influx, beyond our control, our expectations however considered, we were obliged to react as best we could and despite all our efforts, we find that this additional delay is not bearable for some. We apologize.
Covid question: yes, wearing a mask is compulsory in transport!
We don't know which route you chose: a change of schedule might have reduced your expectations !?
Thank you nevertheless for your visit and see you soon ;-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with friends

We have spend a pretty good time, the water was very good. We recommend Loulou bateaux!

September 9, 2020
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Google translate :Nous avons passé un bon moment, l'eau était très bonne. Nous recommandons Loulou bateaux!
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This is what is essential "a good moment"! Thank you for your visit Mathilde ;-)

Voilà ce qui est primordial"un bont moment" ! Merci pour votre visite Mathilde ;-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top!

Great day! 12 km was ideal to discover the beautiful Ardeche. Excellent and friendly service of all staff.

September 9, 2020
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Awesome ! Thanks a lot ;-)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Nice day

Nice day, good experience

August 29, 2020
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Reply from Loulou bateaux

Good information Luisa ;)
Bye Bye !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Agreeable staff

Agreeable staff, clockwork planning, everything was there but the water down stream (which is hardly their fault)

August 29, 2020
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For information, the water level is regulated by prefectural dams upstream with which we must adapt !!
Thank you for your visit David !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Such a beautiful day

Great organisation, very fast and uncomplicated

August 28, 2020
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Simple, efficient: no faster Marcus ;-)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was Nice to get a instruction in…

It was Nice to get a instruction in Dutch. Draging the canoe to the river was a bit messi and heavy

August 26, 2020
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Voor uw plezier Jaco...
Tot ziens ;-)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very clear instructions and advice - time lost

The instructions were very clear and we got wise advice to enjoy this moment when booking.
Only negative point is that they give you an hour to be on site early in the morning and then wait for many people before leaving. We had to wait for 45 minutes and could have slept much more or have more fun swimming in the Gorges.
Overall, everything went well and we had enough time to make the 24km journey.

August 25, 2020
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Reply from Loulou bateaux

Traduction reverso:
Les instructions étaient très claires et nous avons reçu des conseils judicieux pour profiter de ce moment lors de la réservation.
Seul point négatif est qu’ils vous donnent une heure pour être sur place tôt le matin et ensuite attendre beaucoup de gens avant de partir. On a dû attendre 45 minutes et on aurait pu dormir beaucoup plus ou s’amuser davantage à nager dans les Gorges.
Dans l’ensemble, tout s’est bien passé et nous avons eu assez de temps pour faire le trajet de 24 km.

Is it not the fact of having had enough time to complete your journey!?
N'est-il point là le fait d'avoir eu assez de temps pour effectuer votre parcours !?

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