Taka Express • Orientation in the heart of Auvergne
Volcanoes, lakes, challenges and cheese. Does your team have what it takes to reach the finish?
- ≈ 2H30 à 4H
- 10 - 60 participants
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Description
Picture your team setting off into the heart of the Chaîne des Puys, a UNESCO World Heritage site, tackling a course packed with challenges, surprises and breathtaking scenery. Taka Express is the team building experience in Clermont-Ferrand that blends outdoor adventure, friendly competition and genuine immersion in the Auvergne landscape. No conference room, no slides: passport in hand, your teams of two head off through volcanic terrain, past lakes and across open meadows.
Along the route, mandatory checkpoints keep the pressure on. A regional flag to retrieve, riddles to crack, and mini-challenges that earn your team precious advantages over the competition. At the heart of the course, a local farmer from the volcanic heartland welcomes you with regional wines and cheeses for a proper Auvergne tasting break, but only if your team proves it deserves to push on.
The final showdown takes place on the water, where Paddle Board skills decide who claims the Totem flag and etches their name into Taka Express history. Team spirit, sharp reflexes, proper belly laughs and landscapes you won't forget: that's what's waiting for you in the shadow of the puy de Dôme.
- ≈ 2H30 à 4H
- 10 - 60 participants
📍 Location: At the foot of the puy de Dôme, in the heart of the Chaîne des Puys UNESCO World Heritage site.
⏱️ Duration: Between 2.5 and 4 hours depending on group size and course configuration.
👥 Groups: From 10 to 60 participants, in teams of two.
🚴 Mode of transport: The course is completed by bike between GPS checkpoints. To be confirmed based on the configuration agreed with Takamaka Clermont.
🗓️ Season: Not specified on the source page. To be completed based on actual availability.
💪 Fitness level required: A reasonable level of fitness is recommended given the course duration and the final Paddle Board challenge. The activity remains accessible to non-athletes in good general health.
👟 Recommended attire: Not specified on the source page. To be completed (sports clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended given the terrain).
🎒 Equipment provided: All equipment needed for the challenges is supplied by Takamaka Clermont, including Paddle Board equipment for the final event.
🧀 Tasting included: A gourmet stop with a local farmer is built into the course, featuring a tasting of Auvergne wines and cheeses. To be confirmed based on booking conditions.
🌍 UNESCO heritage: Taka Express takes place within an exceptional natural site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2018.
How the activity works
Departure briefing
Setting off through the Chaîne des Puys
Intermediate checkpoints
Awards and close
Why choose Takamaka ?
With 7 years of experience in Auvergne, Takamaka Clermont designed Taka Express as a team building experience that is genuinely rooted in its home territory. The course winds through landscapes the team knows inside out, from the slopes of the puy de Dôme to the shores of volcanic lakes, giving your colleagues an authentic and unforgettable immersion.
Taka Express is fully managed end-to-end, from the opening briefing to the final Paddle Board showdown. Our team of over 30 trained professionals accompanies every stage with energy and care, ensuring that every team moves through the course in the best possible conditions, regardless of their outdoor experience.
The activity scales to groups of 10 to 60 and can be tailored to your goals, whether that's strengthening team cohesion, celebrating collective effort, or simply giving your people a day they'll actually remember. At Takamaka Clermont, every detail of the course is designed to send your team home with a shared story worth telling.
FAQ
Do participants need to be confident cyclists to take part in Taka Express?
The course is completed by bike between the GPS checkpoints, so a basic level of cycling ability is needed. If you have questions about accessibility for specific profiles within your group, get in touch with the Takamaka Clermont team before booking.
Is prior Paddle Board experience needed for the final challenge?
No. The final Paddle Board event is supervised by Takamaka Clermont facilitators and is accessible to beginners. The idea is to test team spirit and coordination, not to select experienced paddlers.
Is Taka Express available year-round?
This is not specified on the source page. Contact the Takamaka Clermont team to find out availability dates for your project.
Can teams be organised differently from pairs?
The standard format is teams of two. For any specific organisational requests, discuss them directly with Takamaka Clermont when you get in touch.
Is the farmer's tasting included for all participants?
A tasting break with a local farmer is built into the course. The exact details (quantities, conditions) should be confirmed with Takamaka Clermont depending on the package selected.
Can Taka Express be combined with other activities or an evening event?
Absolutely. Takamaka Clermont offers a full catalogue of team building, incentive and corporate evening activities that can complement your day or your seminar programme.
What happens in bad weather?
This is not specified on the source page. Clarify directly with Takamaka Clermont, whose on-the-ground knowledge allows them to adapt conditions based on the forecast.
How do I book Taka Express for my company?
Contact the Takamaka Clermont team by phone at 04 73 92 83 64 or via the contact form on the website. A tailored proposal will be sent to you based on your needs, group size and preferred date.