Breathe in the aromas as you stroll through broom, lavender, thyme and other bushes on the garrigue. The path is steep, but accessible for most people. Your first reward is the fabulous view from the top of the Caillandre rock, across the Quinson plain with the River Verdon and the entrance to the lower gorges. Your guide will use the illustrated information panels to explain how the landscape before you has changed since prehistoric times.

The path then leads down to the heart of the Verdon Gorge, following the path of the turquoise river. As you walk, your guide will answer your questions and tell you the local stories and legends, preparing you to discover the cave. After a protected passageway and a set of steps, there it is before you, set in an immense limestone cliff over 20m high. A little shiver will run down your spine as you realise that man has been coming here for 400,000 years. You are about to see the discoveries made by famous researchers including Henry De Lumley, Jean Gagnepain and Claire Gaillard.

• Ages 7 and over
• Reservations essential: +33 (0)4 92 74 09 59
• Duration of visit: 3 1/2 hours, of which 2 1/2 hours are spent walking to and from the cave (walking shoes and a water bottle are essential).