Rafting on the Vispa River at the Foot of the Matterhorn
5.0()
Activity
Rafting
Minimum age
10 years
Languages
English, French
Included
Transfer
Difficulty
Moderate
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Embark on an exciting rafting descent down the Vispa, the glacial river par excellence. With family, friends or colleagues, this rafting trip will delight all the thrill-seekers adventurers, from 10 years old. Taking its source at the foot of the Matterhorn glaciers, the Visp changes its mood with the seasons: from quiet and playful, it becomes fast and quivering in the summer, when the snow melts - come and try it for yourself!
Tour programme- Preparation:
We welcome you at the Camping Mühleye or at the meeting point determined after the reservation, where we present and explain the activity. Then, the equipment will be provided and you have time to get changed. When you are ready, we will transport you to the starting point, which takes us 20min by bus.
- Tour:
The guide will accompany you and tell you when to paddle.
- Arrival:
Once we reach the arrival point, we're just 2 min away from our meeting point.
If you still need to refresh yourself, you can enjoy the swimming pool at the Visp campsite. There is also the possibility to combine your rafting trip with a relaxing moment in the thermal baths of Brigerbad, located only 10min away.
Tour facts
- River: Vispa (difficulty level: class II-III)
- Description: The Vispa is a river in the Vispertal in the Swiss canton of Valais. It originates from the confluence of the Saaser Vispa and the Matter Vispa and flows into the Rhône.
- Route: from Stalden to Viège
- Distance: 12 km
- Total duration: 2.5 hrs
- Time on the river: 1 h
Included services
- Complete high-quality raft
- Rafting gear (neoprene wetsuit and shoes, windbreaker, vest and helmet conforming to current standards)
- Qualified rafting guide
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
Bring along
- Swimwear
- Sun cream
- Towel
- Glasses lace
Requirements
- Minimum age: 10 years old
- Swimming ability
- A minimum normal level of physical fitness, no medical contraindications
Excellent explanations, great emphasis was placed on safety. The guide provided humorous commentary, and the tour concluded with drinks and a small snack.
Translated from German
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Do I need to know how to swim, and is it safe for children?
Yes, swimming ability is required to participate in this activity. The minimum age is 10 years.
Will this be too challenging if my group has never done it before?
The river is class II-III difficulty. Depending on the season, it can be quiet and playful or become faster. A qualified guide accompanies you throughout the tour to ensure your safety.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the complete high-quality raft, rafting gear (neoprene wetsuit and shoes, windbreaker, vest and helmet), a qualified rafting guide, and the transfer to the starting point and back to the base.
What should I bring with me?
You should bring your swimwear, sun cream, a towel and a glasses lace.
How long does the activity last?
The total duration of the tour is 2.5 hours, of which you will spend about 1 hour on the river.
What level of physical fitness is required?
To participate, you need to have a normal level of physical fitness and no medical contraindications.
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Germany · June 2026
