Just after the Italian border, Barbaira canyon is probably the finest canyoning trip near Nice, Monaco and Menton. It has incredibly diverse and astonishing views and you are bound to be amazed by its beauty. You would just not believe it’s possible to find such a magical place so close to the French Riviera. It’s about one hour from Nice by car and even closer to Monaco and Menton.
How difficult is Barbaira canyon ?
Barbaira canyon is not too strenuous (grade 2) and the route is not very demanding if you choose the easiest ways. Though, you must be fit, especially if you are a beginner as the descent lasts about 4 hours, plus the walk to the canyon which takes about 40 minutes.
It can be a challenging and thrilling experience for sportsmen who like exciting outdoor sports in Nature. You can sometimes jump down from 10 meters high rocks into the river, in an outstanding natural setting.
With Canyon06, a jump or slide is never mandatory! Your guide will always be able to offer you an alternative. Our goal is above all for everyone to have fun at their own level.
It is accessible to children older than 12.
85 euros per person
80 euros if you book for 6 people and more
Entrance tax to the canyon is included
You will pay your canyoning guide with cash when you arrive on the spot.
Meeting point for Barbaira canyon
Do not come without making prior arrangements as I cannot take too many people.
Contact me to book your canyoning tour before!
The meeting point is in the lower parking lot, on the left after entering the village of Rocchetta Nervina.
Summary
🚙 1h drivinig from Menton, Monaco. 1h30 from Nice, Antibes, Cannes. 2h from Fréjus, Saint Raphael
🧒 Children more than 12 can come
⌚ 4h of activity
✔️ You have to book before coming!
📅 From 1st of april to the 31st of october
⛰️ Everyone can go, provided you are fit!
What do you need?
👟 A pair of sports shoes in good condition for going into the canyon, such as running, hiking or tennis shoes… DO NOT BRING SHOES FOR WALKING BY THE SEA!
👩 An elastic band if you have long hairs
🩲 Swimsuit
📜 A towell
🥪 A sandwich and some cereals bars
🧴 1 l of water per pers
Now you’ll be ready to discover Barbaira, one of the most beautiful canyons around Nice and Monaco.
The intermediate canyoning page to see more possible full day tours