Canyoning in Switzerland
Guided tours through hidden canyons: Action, water, and rock walls for beginners and experienced adventurers.
Follow the water through hidden canyons, feel the rocks under your hands, and dive into an adventure that takes you to places that are otherwise inaccessible.
Canyoning is a unique blend of nature experience and adventure. Jump into natural pools, slide over smooth rocks, and rappel down waterfalls. These tours take you where water has carved its path for centuries. Every move is a new challenge, every obstacle a chance to experience nature from a completely new perspective.
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From beginner-friendly to challenging: Dive into canyoning between rock, water, and wild landscapes.
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Yes, all three canyoning tours (Interlaken, Grimsel, Chli Schliere) can be booked as a private tour, and you book directly online. You're out there only with your own group and our canyoning guides.
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The OUTDOOR team decides on the day of the tour and contacts you by phone. If you do not hear from them, the tour goes ahead.
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Not noticeably more than on a dry day. The wetsuit insulates you against the glacier cold water temperature regardless of the weather.
Full answer Yes, the tour runs in almost any weather. It is only cancelled during sustained heavy rain or lightning risk, with rebooking or a full refund.
Full answer Yes, the tour runs in almost all weather conditions, and rain actually makes the canyon more impressive.
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Minimum age 12, maximum weight 125 kg. No special fitness level required. If you can walk at a relaxed pace for 90 minutes, you are ready.
Full answer You do not need to be a strong swimmer. A buoyancy aid is provided and keeps you afloat in all water sections.
Full answer Yes, all jumps are a maximum of 2 metres and can be bypassed. The 10 metre abseil is fully controlled by the guides.
Full answer Yes, the Interlaken Canyon is specifically designed as an introduction. Certified guides accompany the entire tour, and every jump is optional.
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Swimwear directly under the neoprene, no cotton underwear and nothing with metal buckles or loose straps.
Full answer No, a full wetsuit, water shoes, helmet and buoyancy aid are provided and included in the price.
Full answer Glasses are not recommended as they can fall off during jumps. Contact lenses are the best option, or use a tight sports strap.
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Yes, canyoning is a half-day experience so you have the whole afternoon free.
Full answer The jumps go up to 2 metres, and every single one is optional.
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At the OUTDOOR Interlaken Base, Industriestrasse 17, 3812 Wilderswil, about 5 minutes from Interlaken.
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