The little extra

Be amazed, surpass yourself and have fun!

We invite you to experience unforgettable holidays in Ardèche:

An enchantment for the eyes and a little dose of adrenaline: experience thrills for the whole family!


Le Gîte des Monèdes is located 15 minutes walk from a cave accessible to all, to discover the underground world without apprehension : vast galleries carved by water, concretions and exceptional underground landscapes.
We propose you an underground walk in one of the largest network of Ardèche, the crossing Cocalière/ Cotepatière, cave accessible to all (child from 5 years), families and curious adults.
Ben, independent instructor with a degree in speleology, canyoning, climbing, canoeing, hiking and archery and member of the Syndicat National des Professionnels de la Spéléologie et du Canyon (S.N.P.S.C)

will make you discover this exceptional natural site while having a great time !

  • Rate : € 40 / pers (From 6 pers. = € 36 / pers.)                                                                                                                                     
  • Duration : 1/2 day (about 3 hours)
  • Difficulty : Easy
  • Age : from 5 years old
  • Approach and return march : 5 to 15 min.
  • Equipment provided : caving suit, helmet with lighting
  • To be provided : water bottles, snacks, clothing and sports shoes
  • Appointment at 9H or 14H :  in front of Le Gîte des Monèdes, Ben will take you directly to the parking of the cave.

Specialist in outdoor activities for 14 years, Ben will adapt to your desires during your stay.

The excursions are supervised in small group of 6 to 8 people max and are accessible to beginners, athletes, groups, families or friends.

Then don’t wait any longer !
During your stay at Le Mas des Monèdes or Le Gîte des Monèdes, between idleness, stroll, swimming or discovery :
Plan a day or a 1/2 day with Ben to marvel, overtake and have fun!

And for even more fun…

CANYONING

Discover new sensations in the Haut Chassezac canyon.
Walking, swimming, jumps (up to 8m), natural slides and abseiling, or not, will punctuate your cool day in a fabulous and friendly setting.
(jumps not compulsory).

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CAVING

Dare to explore of an Ardèche cavity with progression and very affordable rope descent. The formation of the underground environment will have no more secrets for you. Moments rich in technique and explanations.
A wonder not to be missed!

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VIA FERRATA

Discover the joys of verticality on the via ferrata de Castanet near Villefort. This cliff-side walk above Villefort lake is the must-see in the region.
On the program, magnificent landscape, aerial passage, finish in Zipline.
Course adaptable to your desires.

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VIA CORDA

Take to the skies, on the Via Corda d'Endieu.
This stroll on the cliff side, on a natural and secure horizontal ledge, 40 m above the Chassezac river, is a essential : splendid landscape, passage on cable, small surprise and descent in 40m abseil .

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Let yourself be tempted and enjoy : There's even a 2-day activity pack for even more fun !


  • Possibility of carpooling in its 7-seater minibus at the activity sites.
  • Group rate from 6 people
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