Adventure Sports Annecy:
our 9 outdoor activities
Canyoning, paragliding, rafting, hot-air ballooning, mountain biking, e-bikes, corporate retreats: our group operates a unique network of outdoor activities in Annecy. Everything you need to experience adventure between lake and mountains, at your own pace.
One contact, all of Annecy's outdoors
Annecy is one of France's most complete outdoor destinations. A high-altitude lake, limestone mountains, wild gorges and legendary free-flight sites: the region concentrates unique playgrounds for canyoning, paragliding, rafting and many more.
Our group operates a network of specialised sites, each dedicated to a single activity. This choice allows us to go further than generalists: our guides are specialists in their discipline, our offerings are precise, and our customer reviews are among the best in the region.
But because everything is run by a single team, you only have one contact to combine multiple activities during your stay. Coordinating a canyoning + paragliding + rafting trip over 3 days? We do it all the time — it has even become our signature.
Three real benefits to choosing us
Beyond the "one-stop shop" effect, our setup brings concrete advantages to you.
Specialists, not generalists
Each site in our network is run by guides specialised in their discipline. Our canyoning isn't just "one activity among many": it's our profession, for 30 years. Same for paragliding, rafting, etc. This specialisation shows in the quality of our guidance.
Simplified coordination
Want to combine multiple activities? No need to juggle 3 different providers. One single contact, one quote, an optimised logistics setup. Particularly useful for longer stays, bachelor/bachelorette parties and corporate retreats.
Fair prices, no combo surcharge
When you combine multiple activities from our network, you pay the regular price for each. No overpriced "all-inclusive packages". Simple, transparent, and often more cost-effective than agency packages.
The complete outdoor lineup in Annecy
All activities operated by our group or our partner sites. Click on the one that interests you for more information.
Canyoning
Descend the most beautiful waterfalls around Lake Annecy: jumps into crystal-clear pools, abseils down cascades, natural slides. From family-friendly trips to expert routes. 5 canyons operated (Angon, Montmin, Pont du Diable, Eau Rousse, Grenant).
Paragliding Annecy
Take off from Col de la Forclaz, one of Europe's most legendary free-flight sites. Tandem flight over Lake Annecy with a state-certified instructor. From classic baptisms to acrobatic flights with intense sensations.
Rafting Annecy
Raft descent of the Isère river in Tarentaise, one of Europe's most beautiful whitewater stretches (host of the kayak World Championships). 23 km alternating famous rapids and calmer sections. No experience required.
Hot-air balloon Annecy
Sunrise flight over Lake Annecy or the Aravis range. One hour in the sky, discovering Mont Blanc, the Aravis chain and the Bauges massif. Take-off from La Clusaz or Le Grand-Bornand.
Mountain biking Annecy
Enduro and electric MTB descents in the Bornes, Semnoz and Tournette mountain ranges. Flow trails, trial sections, forest paths. Discover Annecy off the beaten asphalt.
E-bike rental
Electric bikes (e-bikes) to cycle around Lake Annecy with ease via the dedicated cycling path. Also ideal to reach the Angon canyon (45 min from Annecy) car-free. The eco-friendly combo.
Via Ferrata
Between hiking and climbing: progress along cables, ladders and monkey bridges on rocky walls. Exceptional views of the lake and Aravis range. Guided by state-certified instructors.
Dog sledding
Glide over the snow pulled by a pack of huskies. With our state-certified mushers on the plateaus of La Féclaz, La Margeriaz or La Clusaz. From passenger rides to hands-on sled driving.
Corporate retreats & team building
Dedicated site for organising corporate retreats and outdoor team building in Annecy. Multi-activity programmes, accommodation, dining: a single contact for your professional event.
Three activity combinations that leave a mark
The combos we coordinate most often — for days and stays that truly stand out from the ordinary.
E-bike + Canyoning
Pick up your e-bikes in the morning in Annecy, follow the lake's cycling path to the Angon canyon (~45 min easy ride, stunning views), do your canyoning, then cycle back at a leisurely pace with stops at lakeside cafés. No parking hassle, zero carbon, plenty of great memories.
Canyoning + Paragliding
Annecy's classic combo. Canyoning at Angon or Montmin in the morning (jumps, sensations, laughs), lakeside lunch break, then a tandem paragliding flight over the lake from Col de la Forclaz in the afternoon. The Annecy experience condensed into one day.
Canyoning + Rafting
For groups who really love water. One day canyoning at Angon or Montmin for the jumps and slides, another day rafting on the Isère (World Championship course) for the rapids. Two atmospheres, two energies, intense memories.
Which activity for your profile?
A synthetic comparison of Annecy's three most iconic activities to help you decide.
What to do depending on the season?
Annecy offers outdoor activities all year round, but each season has its specialities.
Spring
- Paragliding
- MTB (from March)
- E-bike
- Canyoning (May)
- Rafting (April)
- Hot-air balloon
Summer
- Canyoning ★
- Rafting ★
- Paragliding
- MTB
- E-bike
- Via Ferrata
- Hot-air balloon
Autumn
- Canyoning ★ (Sept)
- Paragliding
- MTB
- E-bike
- Via Ferrata
- Hot-air balloon
Winter
- Winter canyoning ★
- Dog sledding ★
- Paragliding
- Hot-air balloon
- Via Ferrata
Bachelor parties, retreats, birthdays...
Our network is particularly well suited to groups — small, medium and large. Three dedicated formats.
Bachelor / Bachelorette parties
Same prices as standard tours (from €57/pers), HD photos offered to the bride/groom-to-be, groups of 4 to 20+ people. No "bachelor tax" surcharge.
View bachelor canyoning FR site →Corporate retreats & team building
Dedicated site for corporate retreats in Annecy: multi-activity, accommodation, dining. A single contact for your professional event.
View retreats site FR site →Gift vouchers
An experience gift that really stands out. Vouchers valid for 1 year on all our activities. Ideal for birthdays, Christmas, retirements, special occasions.
View gift vouchers FR site →Questions about outdoor activities in Annecy
Answers to the questions we get asked most often.
What is the best outdoor activity to do in Annecy?
The answer depends on your profile. If you want one signature activity, paragliding remains Annecy's most iconic experience (flight over the lake from Col de la Forclaz). If you want fun and sensations, canyoning is unbeatable. If you want whitewater in a group, rafting on the Isère is exceptional.
Our advice: combine 2-3 activities during your stay. Annecy is one of the few destinations in France where this is possible in 1-2 days.
Are all these websites really run by your group?
Yes, completely. Our group operates several specialised sites for the various outdoor activities in Annecy:
- canyon-annecy.fr — Canyoning
- parapente-annecy.fr — Paragliding
- rafting-annecy.fr — Rafting
- montgolfiere-annecy.fr — Hot-air balloon
- vtt-annecy.fr — Mountain biking
- location-velo-annecy.fr — E-bike rental
- lac-annecy-seminaire.fr — Corporate retreats
This per-site specialisation lets us go deep on each discipline while offering a single point of contact when coordinating multiple activities.
How many activities can be combined in one day?
Realistic for one day: 2 activities. The most classic combo is canyoning in the morning (3h) + paragliding in the afternoon (1-2h). Or hot-air balloon at sunrise (1h flight + return) then MTB/canyoning in the afternoon.
Beyond that, you risk accumulated fatigue that would spoil the enjoyment. For 3 activities or more, plan a 2-3 day stay minimum.
How do I book multiple activities at once?
Can a corporate retreat be organised with multiple activities?
What can be done on rainy days in Annecy?
Moderate rain doesn't stop most outdoor activities:
- Canyoning: no problem, you're already in the water
- Rafting: no problem either, often more exciting conditions
- Via Ferrata: possible in moderate rain on non-slippery rocks
- MTB: possible but less enjoyable
However, paragliding and hot-air ballooning are cancelled in heavy rain or strong wind. On a rainy day, switching to canyoning or rafting (not cancelled) is best. Our winter canyoning is also an option in rainy winter conditions.
What budget should I plan for an outdoor weekend in Annecy?
For a weekend with 2 outdoor activities per person:
- Tight budget: canyoning (€57) + e-bike (€30) = €87/pers
- Medium budget: canyoning (€57) + paragliding (€100) = €157/pers
- Premium budget: canyoning (€85) + hot-air balloon (€230) = €315/pers
Excluding accommodation and meals. Gift vouchers are a good option if you're offering these activities.
Are special skills required for these activities?
Do guides speak English?
Ready to explore Annecy?
Choose your activity or contact us to combine multiple experiences. Our team responds within 24 hours on weekdays.