The best locations for rafting and canyoning near Thun are Interlaken and Sierre. Interlaken is the closest rafting and canyoning location and is 30 km away from Thun. You can reach it in about 28 min by car.
"Unbelievable experience that is a must do in Interlaken. Guides are very experienced and keep you safe throughout, definitely need to be in good shape/willing to step outside your comfort zone but this is something everyone should do "Peirson, October 12, 2025
Discovery Rafting on the Rhône RiverRafting doesn't always mean impetuous rapids and capsizing, proof being with our three discovery itineraries on the Rhône. They will introduce you to this whitewater activity in complete tranquillity. This calm and reassuring route can be enjoyed from 6 years old and is ideal for an outing with friends or family. You will paddle while having fun under the benevolent and watchful eye of your certified instructor, who directs the boat. Our rafts equipped to embark crews up to 15 people are adapted to experience maximum thrills, manoeuvrability and safety. Tour programme - Preparation: We welcome you in Sierre or at the meeting point determined after the booking, 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 only a few minutes by bus. - Tour: There, a safety briefing awaits you, after which we will finally begin our whitewater descent. Relaxing sections and challenges alternate along the route, delighting those who love to paddle as well as those who love to contemplate the landscape! Your instructor always advises you on when you have to paddle for maximum fun. - Return: Once we reach the arrival point, we take the bus back to the base (15 min). Tour facts - River: Rhône (difficulty level: class II) - Description: The Rhône, known for its rodeo waves, its slalom course and its great vintages, offers a number of pretty and very varied sports river routes. - Possible routes: 1) from Chippis to St. Léonard (11 km) 2) from Brig to Visp (9 km) 3) from Vouvry to Le Bouveret (6.5 km) - Total duration: 2.5 hrs - Time on the river: 1h - 1h15min - Participants per boat: 15 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: 6 years old - Swimming ability - Physical health, no medical contraindications
"Fun activity with a fun helmsman in the back of the boat. As a dessert a nice drink and snack after the rafting was the icing on the cake. Definitely do it. Bart & Glenn"Spiessens, August 9, 2024
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