Canyoning · Annecy
How to choose
18 tours, 212 reviews averaging 5/5, priced from 50 € to 109 €: the Annecy canyoning market is dense and worth mapping before you book. Budget sessions (50 € to 60 €) run 2.5h to 3h and carry an "Occasionally sporty" rating, making them the right entry point for first-timers tackling Fontenex, Angon or Montmin. Mid-range options (69 €) stretch up to a half-day and occasionally push into "Sporty" territory, ideal if you want more vertical and longer exposure in the canyon. At the top, FBI Canyoning's Expert Canyon de la Mine hits 109 € for a 4h session. Duration is your sharpest decision filter: if you have a morning, the 2h to 2.5h formats deliver the essential jumps and rappels. If you want the full commitment, go for the 3.5h to 4h descents. Season runs May through September.
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Our picks
Descent of the Fontenex canyon near Annecy
At 50 €, the Fontenex descent with Odyssée Canyon is the lowest price in the lineup for a 2.5h guided session with bilingual instruction.
Expert Canyon of La Mine near Lake Annecy
The Expert Canyon de la Mine by FBI Canyoning is the most technical option in the lineup: 4h of technical canyon work at 109 €.
Canyon of Angon near Annecy's lake
Takamaka's Angon Canyon (55 €, 2.5h) is rated 'Everybody welcome' and meets you directly at the small beach of Angon in Talloires-Montmin.
Vesonne Canyon near Lake Annecy
Odyssée Canyon's full Angon descent runs 4h at 60 €, providing one of the longest durations for a mid-range price point.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment in a canyoning session near Annecy?
The highest-adrenaline point is typically the first big abseil: you step backward off a wet limestone ledge with the canyon walls narrowing below you. The Angon and Montmin canyons both feature multi-drop sequences that stack rappels and jumps in quick succession, keeping the intensity high for most of the session.
Which canyon near Annecy is the most extreme?
The Expert Canyon de la Mine (109 €, 4h with FBI Canyoning) is the top-end option in this lineup and is explicitly labeled for experts. Among the mainstream options, the Sporty Descent of the Montmin Canyon with MONTE MEDIO (69 €, 3.5h) ranks as a high-intensity choice for those seeking vertical challenges.
Do I need to know how to swim to go canyoning near Annecy?
Yes, basic swimming ability is required. You'll be moving through water sections between rappels and jumps, and wetsuits are provided, but guides expect you to be comfortable in water. Check with your operator if you have specific concerns.
Is there a canyoning option near Annecy that works for complete beginners?
Yes. Three tours carry an "Everybody welcome" physical level: the Angon Canyon with Takamaka (55 €, 2.5h), the Vesonne Canyon with FBI Canyoning (69 €, 2h) and the Talloires Waterfalls Canyon with FBI Canyoning (89 €, 3h). These sessions are designed for zero prior experience.
Can I go canyoning near Annecy in winter?
Takamaka runs a dedicated winter session on the Angon canyon (69 €, 2h, Sporty level). It operates outside the May to September main season, but the water temperature is significantly colder, so expect a more demanding physical experience.
How far in advance should I book canyoning near Annecy?
July and August are peak season in Haute-Savoie, and the most popular time slots, especially weekends, fill up fast. Book at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead for summer dates. Shoulder months like May, June and September offer more availability and often cooler, more manageable water levels.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.2°C | 180.5 mm | Poor |
| February | 4.6°C | 141.2 mm | Poor |
| March | 5.5°C | 157 mm | Poor |
| April | 9.7°C | 146.2 mm | Possible |
| May | 13.2°C | 143.9 mm | Possible |
| June | 17.8°C | 138.9 mm | Good |
| July | 21.6°C | 108.2 mm | Good |
| August | 21°C | 94.8 mm | Peak |
| September | 18.1°C | 81.7 mm | Good |
| October | 12.7°C | 107.7 mm | Possible |
| November | 6.5°C | 160 mm | Poor |
| December | 1.1°C | 93.5 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Wetsuits, helmets and harnesses are provided by all operators. Bring swimwear to wear underneath, old trainers or water shoes with grip (no flip-flops), and a change of dry clothes for after. For sessions rated "Sporty" or longer than 3h, a light snack and a refillable water bottle are worth packing.
Getting there
Most meeting points cluster around Talloires-Montmin on the eastern shore of Lake Annecy, reachable in roughly 20 minutes by car from Annecy city center, or by Bus 20 (Angon stop) if you're going operator MONTE MEDIO or Takamaka.
See also
Canyoning elsewhere
Other activities in Annecy
Updated March 2026