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Hightide Kayak School
Am Quai 1, 3806 Bönigen
1.5 Hours Kayaking Experience on Lake Brienz
1.5 hr
Perfect for beginners and families
Free photos included
Right on turquoise Lake Brienz
Season:
June September
Departure Times
Key info
Our guides speak German & English
Tour duration: 1.5 hours, approx. 1 hour on the water
Start time: 3 PM from Hightide Kayak School in Bönigen
Stable sit-on-top kayaks: no experience needed, non-swimmers welcome
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone drawn to places that still feel untouched.
Turquoise water, paddle in hand, mountains all around: one hour on Lake Brienz and you feel further away than after a week of holiday.
This kayaking experience is the effortless way to discover Lake Brienz. On stable sit-on-top kayaks, we paddle close to the shore from Bönigen, splash around, play games, and spend an hour soaking up the lake. Perfect for first-timers, families, and anyone who wants to get on the water with zero experience. Free photos and videos included.
Itinerary
Meeting points Meeting Point
Meet at Hightide Kayak School in Bönigen, right on the lakefront. After check-in, you receive a short briefing and your full equipment: kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid, and, if needed, wetsuit and splash jacket. Store your valuables safely in the lockers.
On the Water
We paddle close to the shore from our starting point in Bönigen, past small bays and pebble beaches. Along the way, we stop for some fun with simple games, a bit of splashing around, and a swim, conditions permitting. If the day allows, we also paddle towards the Lütschine estuary to feel the gentle current of the river at a safe, controlled spot.
After the Tour
At the base you return your equipment. Your photos and videos are sent to you immediately after the experience.
What's included
Sit-on-top kayak and paddle
Life jacket
Neoprene if needed
Lockers
Free photo package
Experienced guides
What to bring
Swimwear
Towel
Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat)
Cell phones and expensive cameras can easily fall into the lake. If this happens, they cannot be recovered from the bottom of Lake Brienz, which is up to 260 metres deep. It is best to leave your valuables safely in the lockers and enjoy the free photos and videos taken by your guide.
Weather info
General weather info
Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.
Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.
For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog
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