Classic Rafting on the Dranse River in Thonon-les-Bains
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Activity
Rafting
Minimum age
8 years
Languages
English, French
Difficulty
Easy
Meeting place
Thonon-les-Bains
We meet at our base (1518 route des grandes Alpes 74500 Feternes)
Details
For a refreshing activity with friends or family, our rafting descent on the Dranse river will satisfy your taste for adventure! Alongside our state-certified guides, be prepared to face rapids and calmer sections during an ideal tour to discover rafting, from 8 years old. Expect thrills, action and fun, in complete safety. Ready to take the plunge?Tour programme
We meet at the base 15 minutes before the booked time. After receiving the equipment you can put it on in our changing rooms. When you are ready, we will take you by bus to the starting point where we will teach you to paddle and give you some instructions on the path and safety. The tour is simple, so we'll approach the rapids carefully. After approximately 1h on the river (depending on the water level and the time of year), you will arrive at the base directly on the rafts. To help you unwind after all the excitement, a volleyball court, a ping-pong table, and games such as pétanque and Mölkky are available for free on site.
If you'd like something to eat, a picnic area and a food truck are also available on site.Tour facts
- River: Dranse (Difficulty level: Class III)
- Description: The Dranse River is a river of medium difficulty and is one of the nearest rivers to Geneva and Lausanne, where you can go rafting.
- Route: 5 km on the river back to the base.
- Distance: 5 km
- Total duration: 2 hrs
- Time on the river: 1 hIncluded services
- High-quality raft
- Rafting gear (wetsuit, neoprene jacket, neoprene shoes, life jacket, helmet)
- Certified rafting guide
- Transfer to the starting pointBring along
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Glasses laceRequirements
- Minimum age: 8 years
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
Lots of fun for the whole family (13-53 years). The guide was good at adjusting to us and our adventure levels
kerstin · FamilyGermany · July 2025
Very friendly and experienced staff! An unforgettable experience!
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Mia · FamilyDenmark · July 2024
What a great experience for the entire family, kids age 10 and 16. Very professional team. Thank you, especially to our instructor Sam for sharing his great knowledge of rafting and making the day even more fun with lots of humor. Tres bien.
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Will this be too challenging if my group has never done it before?
This tour is ideal for discovering rafting and is suitable for beginners. The state-certified guide will adapt to the group's level of adventure, approaching the rapids carefully.
Do I need to know how to swim, and is it safe for children?
Yes, you must know how to swim to participate. The activity is suitable for children from 8 years old, and the tour takes place in complete safety with a state-certified guide.
Where can I store my personal belongings and valuables during the activity?
You can use the changing rooms at the base to get ready. The tour conveniently ends back at the base, so you can leave your belongings there or in your car.
What should I bring with me?
You should bring your swimwear, a towel, and a glasses lace if you wear glasses.
Is the rafting equipment provided?
Yes, all necessary rafting gear is included: a wetsuit, a neoprene jacket and shoes, a life jacket, and a helmet.
How long does the activity last?
The total duration of the activity is 2 hours, which includes approximately 1 hour of rafting on the river.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point is at the provider's base, 15 minutes before your booked start time.
Are there any facilities at the base?
Yes, the base has changing rooms, a picnic area, and a food truck. After your activity, you can use the volleyball court, ping-pong table, and other games like pétanque and Mölkky for free.
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