Three donkeys in a grassy field under the sun — ©The donkeys enjoy the sun and nature in the hills.|Iconogone

Hiking with donkeys Share a unique experience that will delight young and old alike!

Accompanied by your donkey, enjoy a unique hiking experience in the Vercors. Let your donkey guide you for a few hours or a whole day, for an experience that’s sure to please young and old alike!

Do you love animals? Adopt the donkey as your walking companion!

From a simple discovery hike to a fully autonomous walk in the Vercors, the donkey will be your best friend! The donkey, with its sympathy, patience and ultra-attachment to children, will win over the whole family and adapt to your walking pace. A real sense of closeness will develop during your hike: cuddles and tenderness will be the order of the day! Hiking with a donkey is the perfect way to get together as a family and forget about the daily grind: school, homework, wee-wees, bedtime!

Hiking Accompanied or independent?

Are you hesitating between going with a guide or on your own? We’ll help you choose.

With a guided hike, you can be sure not to lose your way! Your guide will show you the flora and fauna of the Vercors. He’ll also teach you more about donkeys and introduce you to roaming over several days. On the program: great moments of conviviality and exchange.

For adventures big and small, there’s nothing better than setting off on your own, with your family or friends, independently with your donkey. Your donkey handler will train you to take care of the donkey during your hike (care, feeding, behavior, itineraries…). From ½ day to multi-day tours, the choice is yours!

Two people walking with donkeys in a mountain field — ©A peaceful hike in the mountains with donkeys as companions.|FocusOutdoor

Did you know?

3km/h

is the average speed of a donkey

35kg

is the weight a donkey can carry with a pack-saddle and 2 large saddlebags on each side.

20kg

the maximum weight of a child riding a donkey

The little extras of the donkey!

Less weight in your rucksack! The donkey will help you carry the little ones’ gear, bivouac equipment, water and food. No more freeze-dried meals! After a good day’s walking, enjoy a simple meal using local produce: a friendly atmosphere guaranteed!

Dare to venture out on your own Light-hearted in the Vercors!

If you want to discover self-guided hiking over several days with your family, we definitely recommend crossing the Réserve Naturelle des Hauts-Plateaux, one of France’s largest nature reserves! The crossing generally lasts between 3 and 5 days, and at your own pace, you’ll discover the diversity of the reserve’s flora and fauna. Departing from Corrençon, this route of over 60 km (depending on the itinerary) will take you to the magnificent Darbounouse and Chau plains, via the Carette and Jasse du Play huts. For self-guided hikes lasting from 3 to 10 days, this long-eared animal will let you live the adventure to the full!