VIP Caving Tour in the Jura
VIP Caving Tour in the Jura
A private caving trip with a guide all to yourselves!
Practical information – Grosdar Canyoning
Duration
Half a day
(±3 hours)
Day
(approx. 5½ hours)
Level
Beginner or athlete
Price
From €450.00 per group
Private guide for your group
Minimum age
Ages 6 and over
Location
Jura, Franche-Comté
A guide just for you, for an intimate outing
Treat yourself to a private caving trip with a guide all to yourself in the Jura. You’ll explore at your own pace, without the constraints of a group, whilst receiving attentive guidance through the Jura’s most beautiful caves and caverns.
Opening hours have been adjusted to avoid crowds. The pace is tailored to your ability and preferences. Everything here is designed to ensure you have a smooth, comfortable and safe experience.
A unique offering in the Jura
The VIP Caving Tour is designed for those looking for a truly unique experience. Whether you’re with your family (children aged 6 and over), with friends, as a couple or in a small group, enjoy a special experience with no other participants apart from your loved ones.
The guide is entirely dedicated to your group. The pace and advice are tailored to your needs. The arrangements are more flexible. You can proceed with confidence, in a more relaxed atmosphere, and take the time to fully enjoy your underground exploration.
Book your VIP Caving Tour in the Jura
Book your VIP Caving Tour now. Hire a private caving guide for a half-day or full-day trip with your family, as a couple, or with friends in the Jura!
VIP Caving Tour in Franche-Comté
A private guide for an intimate caving experience in the Jura
Why choose the VIP Caving Tour?
- An exclusive tip from the guide on how to make the most of the moment.
- Suitable for everyone, from beginners to experienced athletes, aged 6 and over.
- Departures are staggered from the usual groups so that you can have the cave to yourselves.
The caves you can explore as a VIP in the Jura
Choose the caving route that suits your level and the atmosphere you’re looking for, and set off with a private guide to explore it:
The initiation chambers:
- Pontoise Cave: a fun and accessible underground walk with optional abseiling sections.
- Grotte des Forges: An underground river where you’ll have to swim to make your way through.
Sports facilities:
- Coinans Cave: a fun adventure trail combining low passages, abseiling and a crossing of an underground river (full-day trip).
- Gouffre du Haut-Crêt: a technical and aerial route involving a series of abseils to reach a depth of 110 metres. The return journey involves climbing back up the ropes left during the descent.
Not sure which cave is best for you? We’re happy to advise you before you book.
Safety, supervision and equipment
The VIP Caving Tours in the Jura are suitable for beginners and experienced cavers alike, for those aged 6 and over. This private caving tour in Franche-Comté is available as a half-day or full-day excursion.
The caves are located near Saint-Claude, in the immediate vicinity of Les Rousses station, Lake Vouglans and Clairvaux-les-Lacs. The journey by car from Geneva, Lausanne, the Pays de Gex, Lyon or Dijon takes between 1½ and 2 hours.
What to bring
- Sports shoes (trainers, hiking boots or wellies) – Available for hire,
- Water bottle,
- Snacks,
- Picnic (day trips only)
- A waterproof camera or a GoPro.
The price includes:
- Supervision by a state-qualified guide,
- Team and individual equipment,
- The guide’s third-party liability insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ
Is the VIP Caving Tour in the Jura suitable for children?
Yes, the VIP Caving Tour in the Jura is suitable for children aged 6 and over.
Will it really just be us and the guide?
Yes, the VIP Tour offers a private caving trip. So it will just be you and your guide.
I’m not very sporty – can I still take part?
Yes, we offer a choice of various caving tours suitable for those who are not particularly fit. However, you must be able to walk in the mountains for three hours.
I’m very fit, but I’ve never been caving before – can I take part?
Yes, VIP Tour Spéléo excursions are also suitable for beginners. No prior experience is necessary. The guide will explain everything you need to know.
How long should I allow for this?
Allow 3 hours for half-day trips and 5 to 6 hours for full-day trips. Some trips may take longer; for example, the Gouffre du Haut-Crêt trip takes 10 hours.
Where are the caves located?
We offer a range of caves of all difficulty levels in the Jura. They are located near Saint-Claude, 40 minutes from Clairvaux-les-Lacs and the resort of Les Rousses. It takes about an hour’s drive from Geneva or the Pays de Gex.
I wear glasses – can I take part?
Of course! Make sure you bring a cord. Your guide will explain how to keep them from getting lost or damaged. Ideally, bring an old pair. Better still, wear contact lenses if you can.
What if the weather is bad?
The guide may change the itinerary. If the activity cannot go ahead, we will reschedule it for another day. If this is not possible, we will cancel it. In that case, you will receive a full refund.
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