Interlaken: Lütschine River Whitewater Rafting

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About the place

Power through alpine whitewater with expert guides and all gear included—no logistics, just action.

Getting started

Arrive at your selected departure point — Interlaken, Zurich, or Lucerne. Meet your professional rafting guides, receive your technical gear and life jacket, and attend a full safety briefing before heading to the river launch point. If departing from Zurich or Lucerne, relax on a comfortable round-trip coach transfer to Interlaken.

What to expect

Depending on your chosen option, take on powerful alpine rapids or enjoy a calmer scenic float. From the intense class III–IV whitewater of the Lütschine River to the moderate Simme River stretch or a relaxed float near Lake Brienz, each route offers a different perspective of Switzerland’s dramatic landscapes. Throughout the ride, expert guides steer the raft and provide clear instructions, ensuring both safety and adrenaline in equal measure.

Features

  • Multiple river options: Choose between the challenging Lütschine River, the scenic Simme River, or a calm float near Interlaken.

  • Flexible departure cities: Start directly from Interlaken or opt for seamless round-trip coach transfers from Zurich or Lucerne.

  • Professional rafting guides: Certified experts lead every trip with clear instructions and continuous safety support.

  • All equipment included: Life jacket, helmet, and technical rafting gear provided.

  • Scenic alpine backdrop: Paddle through glacier-fed rivers framed by mountain peaks, forests, and lakes.

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Highlights

  • Start from Interlaken, Zurich, or Lucerne and choose a rafting experience that matches your thrill level.
  • From Interlaken, tackle intense class III–IV rapids on the Lütschine River, enjoy moderate scenic whitewater on the Simme River, or opt for a calm float from Bönigen to Interlaken.
  • From Zurich, get a round-trip AC coach to Interlaken and raft the continuous class III–IV alpine rapids of the Lütschine River.
  • From Lucerne, depart on a scenic round-trip coach journey and raft below the iconic Eiger North Face, finishing near Lake Brienz.
  • Enjoy a professionally guided experience with a full safety briefing, life jacket, technical equipment, and all required river transfers included.

Inclusions & Exclusions

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  • Interlaken river rafting on the Lütschine, Simme, or Raclette route (as per option selected)
  • Round-trip city transfers from Zurich or Lucerne (as per option selected)
  • Professional rafting guides fluent in German and English throughout the experience
  • Full safety briefing before departure
  • Life jacket and all required technical rafting equipment
  • Safety kayak accompanying the group for the entire tour
  • Tips
  • Photo package
  • Interlaken river rafting on the Lütschine, Simme, or Raclette route (as per option selected)
  • Round-trip city transfers from Zurich or Lucerne (as per option selected)
  • Professional rafting guides fluent in German and English throughout the experience
  • Full safety briefing before departure
  • Life jacket and all required technical rafting equipment
  • Safety kayak accompanying the group for the entire tour
  • Tips
  • Photo package

Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring

  • Please bring swimwear and a towel for after the rafting experience.

  • Carry some cash for incidental expenses if needed.

Accessibility

  • The minimum age to participate is 14 years.

  • The maximum weight limit is 125 kg.

  • All participants must be strong swimmers.

  • This activity is not available to people with mobility issues.

Additional information

  • The rafting experience finishes in the turquoise waters of Lake Brienz.

  • A safety kayak accompanies the group throughout the entire tour for added security.

  • A professional photographer joins the tour to capture the most exciting moments (photos available for purchase).

  • Instructions are available in English and German.

  • All activities are weather- and water-level dependent, and final conditions are confirmed on the day of the tour.

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 48 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

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