Are you in love with the Basque Country and wish to uncover more of its fascinating sites? We recommend visiting the village of Bidarray for its beauty and tranquillity. This community, with only 800 residents, is located in the Atlantic Pyrenees, in the Nive valley, and is full of stunning natural treasures. It's a location where nature reigns supreme, providing a beautiful backdrop to unplug from city life and unwind while becoming more aware of your surroundings.

Every year, outdoor sports enthusiasts, especially those who enjoy white-water adventure sports, rush to this village on the Spanish border. It is precisely why it's highly recommended that you go white-water rafting there - so many people can't be wrong!

What exactly is rafting? The answer is straightforward: joy, teamwork, and adrenaline! It is a whitewater activity that involves descending a river's currents in an inflatable boat with a capacity of 8 to 10 people, pushed and controlled with paddles, and always with the assistance of a guide or teacher.

Where to go rafting in Bidarray?

The Nive, or Errobi in Basque, is Bidarray's most important river. It runs through town before joining the Adour in Bayonne. It houses all of Bidarray's whitewater sports, allowing you to navigate a section of the river that is around 80 kilometres long.

You will not only have a great time thanks to the class 1 to 3 river descents on the Nive, but you will also have fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.

What is the difficulty level of a descent?

Rafting is a sport that is enjoyed by both amateurs and professionals. This sport and leisure activity is acceptable for people of all ages and physical abilities, so everyone can safely participate in the descents.

The same safety rules must be followed when it comes to river courses as they are in any other place. The Nive is divided into three difficulty levels in Bidarray: level I (easy), level II (moderately difficult), and level III (difficult).

Is this a child-friendly activity?

If this is your first descent, an hour and a half should be sufficient to enjoy all of the safety features. Please feel free to look over all of the offers on our website. This descent is also open to youngsters as young as six years old who are accompanied by an adult.

What are the requirements for planning the descent?

When you book one of our packages, our firms provide the equipment, including the boat and paddles. Sandwiches, water (although only some packages include food), comfortable wet-weather clothing, sun protection, and other personal possessions may be required during the exercise. In addition, before you can put on the wetsuit that will be provided to you, you must first put on a swimming outfit. As a result, bathing gear and a beach towel are required. Spare clothing will also come in handy. Remember to bring any medication you're taking with you if you're undergoing treatment.

What are the prerequisites for participating in this activity?

To participate in this activity, you must be able to swim and dive for a minimum distance of 25 metres. Furthermore, you must be free of any health issues to go rafting. Additionally, pregnant women should avoid this activity, is not apt for them.

Now that you know everything there is to know, all you have to do is make a reservation and enjoy the best descents in this village where nature will make you fall in love!