Welcome to Raft’Ubaye

Rafting and river adventures on the Ubaye with your independent guide

Raft’Ubaye is a small, independent operation dedicated to white-water activities, with a special focus on rafting on the Ubaye River.
Here, no big groups, no megaphones, no rigid schedules… just a wild river, a friendly atmosphere, a small riverside base tucked into nature, and me — Guillaume Mary, your state-certified guide — taking you rafting for a truly memorable experience.

Whether you want to laugh, discover rafting for the first time, drift along and enjoy the scenery, or share a genuine adventure with family or friends, you’re in the right place.
The kind words and reviews left by our guests have helped make this small rafting base one of the top-rated experiences in the Ubaye Valley (5★ on Google), and a unique adventure to enjoy during your stay in Barcelonnette.

Meet your Guide

      EXCELLENT  
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   Pierre Hortholary 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Un grand merci à Guillaume qui s'est montré très sympathique avant, pendant et après cette magnifique sortie Rafting. Nous avons pu profiter de son organisation, sa communication, son professionnalisme, de la qualité de son matériel, sa bonne humeur contagieuse, de toutes ces explications et de son savoir sur la région et l'activité. Un souvenir mémorable et nous vous encourageons à lui faire confiance
  
 
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   Néo Sculpt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Nous avons passé un superbe moment de rafting avec Guillaume ! Il a été un moniteur au top : très agréable, pédagogue et clair dans ses explications. Grâce à lui, nous avons pu profiter pleinement de la descente, faire des toupies, des passages plus sportifs et plein de moments funs en toute sécurité. Vraiment une super expérience entre amis, nous recommandons vivement Guillaume !
  
 
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   Andy Taylor 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. We had a really super family afternoon rafting with Guillaume. If you prefer a personal touch, we highly recommend Guillaume as your guide. There is no pressure, we were never in a hurry and so could stop to look at Mayfly or do some great jumping from the rocky sides of this wonderful river. Guillaume knows this place like the back of his hand, and his love for it is infectious. Highly recommend for everyone.
  
 
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   sebastien jacques 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Un guide unique et une expérience au top
  
 
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   Franck Jourdain 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Le meilleur spot de Raft dans la vallée.  Structure a taille humaine Guillaume est incroyablement professionnel.  Pedagogue sur le raft mais aussi le flot de la rivière A faire absolument
  
 
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   Sandra Gede 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Descente en rafting Merveilleuse  un cadre magnifique avec un guide très professionnel ,attentif et très proche de la nature. Je recommande cette expérience et en plus un bivouac dans un tipi,juste magique
  
 
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   Kenny Cuoq 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Session rafting en famille au top avec Guillaume ! Guide hyper sympa et humain pour un moment convivial et chaleureux, merci Guillaume !
  
 
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   Sébastien Rolland 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Merci milles fois Guillaume ! Plus qu’une descente de l’Ubaye, un partage de tes connaissances des rivières et de la montagne. Petite pause pic nique, au milieu de la descente, découverte d’un petit canyon, un joli saut pour clôturer la journée. Des images plein les yeux!
  
 
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   leho de bohan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex vérifie que la source originale de l'avis est Google. Je recommande ! On a passé un super moment avec Guillaume. Un guide expérimenté et passionné de rivières  mais aussi de pêche ! Très bonne ambiance sur le raft, merci encore ! A tenter sans hésiter 😁

Why Choose Raft’Ubaye?

✔ An experienced and passionate guide — also a fly-fishing guide, in short, a true river professional 🙂

✔ Small groups, human-scale trips: my raft (7 seats), your family or friends… and me as your guide

✔ A pioneer in running only two trips per day (one in the morning, one in the afternoon), which means we take
our time on the river — even in peak season

✔ A simple and warm welcome at a charming, comfortable and slightly off-the-beaten-path riverside base, with picnic tables, shower, eco-toilets, hammock by the water, and private river access for launching

✔ Recent, high-quality, fully certified equipment, carefully maintained

✔ Relaxed stops along the river to help you discover this exceptional natural environment — the Ubaye River

✔ Family-friendly pricing, even if your kids are over 12 🙂
plus a beautiful souvenir photo of your rafting trip on the Ubaye

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The Ubaye — A Legendary Rafting River

Here, nature has been generous: mountain streams, canyons, forests, alpine lakes, high passes, peaks rising above 3,000 metres… and right in the middle flows a stunning river — the Ubaye.
A wild mountain torrent where nature is still beautifully preserved. A true playground for discovery and adventure.

The Ubaye is a living, free-flowing river, with no dams. It’s accessible yet playful, with classic Alpine scenery, rapids all along the route, narrow gorges, clear water, and hidden spots that I know well.

I often call it “the forgotten river”, yet it was once considered one of the most beautiful white-water rivers in Europe for rafting and kayaking — and often described as the finest rafting river in France.

My Rafting Trips

Depending on the season, rafting on the Ubaye attracts different types of visitors.
In spring, when the snow melts, the river is powerful and exciting — perfect for friends looking for big thrills.
In summer, as the water level settles into its seasonal flow, the river becomes extremely playful and ideal for families discovering rafting for the first time.

Below you’ll find the details and prices of my rafting trips, ranging from gentle discovery runs to adrenaline-filled adventures, as well as more unusual experiences such as riverside bivouacs, tipi nights, picnic descents, or even canoe & fishing trips.

Prices & Details

soiree barbecue stage peche au campement esprit rivieres au bord de la riviere ubaye

An Eco-Camp by the River

Spring water, eco-toilets, locally sourced larch wood and handcrafted construction — here, the adventure begins in a place that respects nature.

Tucked into a conifer forest on the banks of the Ubaye River in Méolans-Revel, the small Raft’Ubaye base is much more than just a starting point. It’s an adventure eco-camp — simple, unusual and nature-focused — where people come not only to raft, but also to reconnect with the outdoors.

Located halfway between Serre-Ponçon Lake and Barcelonnette, the heart of the Ubaye Valley, the camp sits in a wild and peaceful setting perfect for escape.
Barcelonnette is only a 15-minute drive away, and Le Lauzet-Ubaye just 5 minutes.

Discover the eco-camp

When to Go Rafting on the Ubaye 😁

Adventure just minutes from Barcelonnette and Serre-Ponçon Lake

In the Ubaye Valley, rafting runs from spring to autumn — and each season has its own personality.
Spring: powerful white water, true Alpine atmosphere, guaranteed thrills (it can get pretty exciting!)
Summer: playful, accessible and refreshing runs (yes, it feels amazing when it’s hot)
Autumn: a calmer river, magical colours, perfect for a gentle discovery trip

In short: one river, three seasons, three different vibes…
but always the same smile at the finish 😁

See our rafting trips