Villatent at Camping River
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Add your business details- Safari tents at a small-scale site on the banks of the Ubaye river
- Close to lots of rafting centres, plus climbing and horse riding
- Bar, heated pool and swimming pond with beach area
Any idea why this place might have gained the name Camping River? The obvious answer is indeed correct here: Villatent at Camping River is right on the banks of the Ubaye river, 15 minutes’ drive from Méolans-Revel in the lovely Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.
That riverside setting means not only fine views but also great access to the rapids for adrenaline-spiked days of rafting. You can’t swim in the river here, so instead plan to take your dips at the little heated pool or head to the pond, which has safe swimming water, a boat to play around with and a sandy beach area to relax on.
This is a small-scale site with a peaceful vibe that’s boosted by the lack of cars (they have to be parked outside the site). It’s also a place where life has been made easy for guests, who stay in fully-equipped safari tents with beds made up and plenty of kitchen kit.
If you don’t fancy cooking, there's food on offer alongside drinks at the bar, which also has a bread ordering service, a pretty terrace looking out over the river, and a wifi connection so you can send pics out to those back home.
The mountainous area around the site is something of a playground for those who love a bit of outdoor activity: as well as rafting, you can also have a go at mountain biking, horse riding, climbing, abseiling and gliding in the area. (It’s also worth noting that there’s an average of 300 days of sunshine per year… although it can get chilly in the evenings, so do bring a jumper or two.)
Site type
2Languages spoken
English
French
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Villatent at Camping River
Le Martinet
Le Four à Chaux
Méolans-Revel
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
France
04340
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris CET (GMT+01:00)
GPS
44.39694°N
6.48972°E
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Local attractions
Don’t worry if you don’t know where to start with the outdoor activities – there are plenty of activity centres around here that can help you sort your days out, and provide you with all the kit and instruction you need. Barcelonnette (15 minutes’ drive) is a good place to hunt out such things, and it’s got a good golf course too for those who fancy something a little easier-going.
For family days out, try the treetop courses at Le Parc des Écureuils (20 minutes), meet the marmots and big birds at Serre-Ponçon Animal Park (20 minutes) or fling yourselves across the inflatable assault course at Aquaparc Embrun (40 minutes).
If the kids have got a head for history (or you think they should), take them to roam around the Vauban citadel in Seyne-les-Alpes (half an hour) or aim for Musée de la Vallée - La Sapinière (15 minutes), which has some good displays about local lifestyles of the past.
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- Does Villatent at Camping River have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Villatent at Camping River dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Villatent at Camping River? Don’t worry if you don’t know where to start with the outdoor activities – there are plenty of activity centres around here that can help you sort your days out, and provide … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Villatent at Camping River?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m.