

L'Esquimaude offers canoe-kayak trips down the Ain from Pont d'Ain to the first brooks of the Rhône, in kayak, on solo stand-up paddle or Big Sup (group paddle).
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L'Esquimaude offers several routes departing from Pont d'Ain (or Neuville/Ain or Poncin): 5, 7, 10, 13, 22 and 32 km, by half-day or more if you prefer. Depending on your choice of route, your adventure will be family-friendly and accessible to all (from age 5), or more demanding if you opt for the 32 km route, to be completed over 2 days.
The Pont d'Ain base offers you the chance to take an extra break by welcoming you to the terrace area after your runs. Ice creams, coffee, tea and cold...
The Pont d'Ain base offers you the chance to take an extra break by welcoming you to the terrace area after your runs. Ice creams, coffee, tea and cold...
Rates
Rates
Consult l'Esquimaude directly for group rates
Animals : 5€ (8 people)
Bigsup descent : from 150 to 190€ (8 persons)
Animals : 5€ (8 people)
Bigsup descent : from 150 to 190€ (8 persons)
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods




Groups (Max capacity)
Groups (Max capacity)
- 20 Person (s) mini
- 350 Maximum number of people
Openings
Openings
From 1 May 2025 until 30 September 2025 - Open everyday
Departure between 9am and 3 pm.
Medias
Medias
descente de la rivière d'ain - esquimaude Missing video caption
descente de l'ain en canoë-kayak avec l'esquimaude Missing video caption
Location
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Access
Access
- A42 motorway, exit junction n°9 Pont-d'Ain then D1075 road towards Ambérieu-en-Bugey