The Pallars Sobera Region is the base for this exciting family activity holiday in the Catalan Pyrenees. Specifically we are based in the small town of Sort on the banks of the Noguera Pallaresa River, where all the water based activities take place.

The Hotel Pey is run by the Salvans Family, one of the most important families in the region with a fierce commitment to the protection of the Catalan culture, environment and language, whilst pioneering the development of the local economy through tourism and by only working with companies who share this philosophy.

Accommodation is strictly limited in the area which allows careful management of tourism in terms of numbers. The hotel promotes the responsible use of natural resources and encourages guests to re-use towels rather than submit them for daily cleaning.

Our activity partners, Carlos and Lluis Rabeneda, are equally committed to the promotion and protection of the local Catalan culture and this infuses every aspect of their business.

Guides and Instructors must not only demonstrate their professionalism and ability, but also have to be seen to endorse and practice the companys policy.They believe wholeheartedly IN impressing upon visitors that it is to enjoy a wonderful holiday but still be responsible ro the environment. This is particularly highlighted during the Trek in the Aigues Tortes National Park on the first activity day.

At the entrance to the National Park clients are shown a collage made up of some 10, 000 cigarette ends which were collected in one day of environmental clean up in the National Park.

Sunday: Flights, arrival and introduction
Following your arrival at your accommodation in the Pyrenean town of Sort you will have time to settle in before an introductory meeting with our guide.

Monday: National park picnic trek
The Aigues Tortes National Park is a nature lover's paradise: lakes, waterfalls, rugged peaks and pine, birch, fir and beech forests are but a few of the highlights. Our trek amidst 3000m high mountains includes the Sant Maurici Lake and allows us to experience stunning scenery.

Tuesday: Open kayaking
We have a free morning today before heading onto the water. Our introduction to the Noguera Palleresa River is in inflatable open kayaks - the perfect way to get to know the water! It's just us, a kayak and paddle against the white water as we steer our course downstream. Great fun with an adrenaline rush to match.

Wednesday: Canyoning Level 2
A 30 minute uphill walk takes us to our start point. From there we descend the canyon using a series of natural slides and water chutes as well as abseiling, swimming, leaping and diving.

Thursday: Free Day
Try one of your favourite activities again or sample an array of additional activities available locally including: trekking, mountain biking, horse riding, quad biking, canyoning level 3 and paragliding. Alternatively, why not take a day off and simply relax.

Friday: AM: Hydrospeeding PM: Kayak course
Hydrospeeding is an awesome adventure sport which gets you as close to the river as possible. Confidence is vital. Wearing a wetsuit, helmet and flippers we have to steer our beefed up body boards through the rapids of the Noguera Palleresa River. A true adrenaline rush.

Our two hour kayak session is held on the Campo de Slalom Course in Sort. Under the tuition of some of Spain's best instructors we will be encouraged to hone our skills and utilise them to negotiate the course.

Saturday: White water rafting
Quite simply an outstanding day of white water rafting taking us through stunning mountain scenery and thrilling white water rapids. The morning session is followed by lunch before the jaw-dropping descent into the stunning Canyonlands. A fitting finalé to an exhilarating week.

Sunday: Depart or extend your stay
Today you will head home or we can arrange fantastic extensions in Barcelona on the northern Spanish coastline

The Catalan Pyrenees have become an activity Mecca and with very good reason - the range of activities in the area is simply enormous thanks to a fast flowing river and soaring mountain peaks.

We offer two holidays here based on, and around the Noguera Palleresa River. The first is a gentler adventure aimed at providing thrills with time for relaxation and exploration. The second holiday is more intense and packed with activities from start to finish.

If you want to develop your taste for adrenaline gradually as well as having more time to relax, there is our taster week.

For those who want more excitement Level 2 offers higher level, more challenging activities to keep the adrenaline pumping. This holiday is suitable for children aged 12 and over.

Sort is our mountain base and is the capital of the Pallars Sobira region of Spain, a proud and traditional Catalan area. The passion of the region is encapsulated in the activities we offer. The real star of the show is the river which offers up superb rafting and kayaking for all levels.

The town of Sort is a great base for families. There is a great choice of restaurants. You can choose from Michelin stars, spectacular game to delicious grills and tapas, there is something for every palate.

The annual fiesta can also prove to be a real highlight of the holiday if visiting in July.

At the time of writing, the dates for Sort's annual fiesta had not been set but we believe that it will finish on 31 July 2010. So, if you are lucky enough to be there on our 25 July 2010 departure, there's a good chance you will be able to celebrate Catalan life to the full by dancing, partying and celebrating with the locals into the early hours.

Families with children over the ages of 12 years (please note this does not preclude younger children but participation in the activities will be at the discretion of our instructors).