Medoc Explorer Canoe

Join Stéphane Caillon on a canoe or kayak trip to discover the fauna, flora and estuary. Walks, bivouacs and local cuisine in an eco-friendly and authentic setting. Departure from the lock at the port of Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc.

Stéphane Caillon, a former lighthouse keeper and lumberjack, created Médoc Explorer in 2012 to help people discover the region through canoe and kayak trips, combining simplicity, authenticity and respect for nature.

Committed to a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach, Stéphane works in collaboration with local stakeholders to preserve the Guâ channel.

Stéphane also offers camping trips, allowing you to immerse yourself completely in nature. The experience also includes meals prepared with local products (seafood, charcuterie, cheeses, pastries).

Come and enjoy the rich flora and fauna with family or friends and admire the beauty of the region's typical landscapes!

Practical information:
- Meet at the Canoë-Kayak base at the lock in the port of St Vivien-de-Médoc. Free parking in the field.
- From 3 years old
- Duration: 2 hours on average.
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility
- Single, double or family kayaks available.
- Bookings on 06 88 77 53 29 (please book by telephone if possible)

All the practical information

Accessibility

Not accessible in a wheelchair

Services

  • Pets welcome
  • Canoe hire
  • Equipment hire

Language

French

Payment methods accepted

  • Check
  • Cash

Location and itinerary

Medoc Explorer Canoe

1 La Petite Canau, Écluse du port, 33590 Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc
Getting there

Opening periods

From 04/01/26 au 10/26/26

  • Lundi

    Open

  • Mardi

    Open

  • Mercredi

    Open

  • Jeudi

    Open

  • Vendredi

    Open

  • Samedi

    Open

  • Dimanche

    Open

  • Jours fériés

    Open

Prices

  • Payment methods : Check, Cash

Medoc Explorer Canoe

  • 1 La Petite Canau, Écluse du port, 33590 Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc