River Rafting Rhone, Switzerland

River Rafting Rhône, Switzerland:

The Experience

Come and spend an enchanted day at River Rafting Rhône and enjoy the nature from another new perspective. You will sit in a boat together with some other people and experience the medium heavy white water. Before you brave the water you will meet your guide for the trip who will give the group a full safety and instruction brief. Then, a minibus will take you up to the start point where you will commence your descent down the rapids. This rafting experience in Switzerland is suitable for amateurs and professionals alike!

Vital Information

Participants must be confident in open water and able to swim.  All participants must be at least 13 years old. White Water activities are not suitable for pregnant women.

The Weather

Rafting operates in most conditions but may be affected by extreme weather conditions or flooding. If it is raining, the event will not be cancelled.

Session Length

The Rrafting time is approximately 45 minutes. You should plan a total of 2 hours for the experience.

Numbers

The price of this experience is for 1 person, but the River Rafting Rhône is recommended for groups. Your will share your raft with other people.

Spectators

Unfortunately, spectators can’t participate.

What To Wear

Please, bring swimwear, a towel, a pair of old trainers and a change of clothes. You will get wet. If you have, please also wear synthetic underclothes or fleece. Do not forget glasses straps, suncream and personal medicine.

Availability

The river rafting Rhône is available between May and October.

Location

Sion, Switzerland

Code : CH0081

River Rafting Rhône, Switzerland:

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River Rafting Rhône, Switzerland: Availability

The river rafting Rhône is available between May and October.

River Rafting Rhône, Switzerland: Fascinating Facts

White water rafting started accidentally in the mid 1800s. It's said that Major John Wesley Powell, whilst exploring a river system, ran into the wild rapids of the Colorado River running through Glen Canyon in Utah and the Grand Canyon in Arizona. In spite of the expedition's fragile wooden boats and lack of safety equipment Powell made it through the 'white water' - a fitting testimony to the courage of the pioneers of the American West. And the first recorded incidence of this great sport. However the big surge in river running began 100 years later. In the 1950s World War II rubber pontoon bridges were used as the bases for massive rafts. Gradually these crafts evolved into rubber rafts of all sizes useful for running all types of rivers. The 1970s saw the sport grow dramatically, first in the USA and then wherever in the world there was an exciting stretch of river to run. Today, rigid safety standards among the operators ensure that this extremely exciting sport can be enjoyed in confidence.

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River Rafting Rhône, Switzerland: Restrictions

Participants must be confident in open water and able to swim.  All participants must be at least 13 years old. White Water activities are not suitable for pregnant women.

Follow these 4 simple steps to enjoy an unforgettable experience day!