White water rafting in Morzine and Avoriaz
Are you a fan of the water?
Are you keen on extreme sports?
Morzine has what you’re looking for! The Alps are well-known for activities in white waters, guaranteed to be a hit with people of all ages. Come and have some fun on a half-day outing for groups in Haute-Savoie. The perfect opportunity for an unforgettable, fun-filled experience.
Do you like thrilling experiences? Rafting is the activity for you! With friends or family, in groups of 6 to 8 people per raft, you’ll be taking on the fast-flowing waters of the river Dranse… You’ll depart from Morzine and after a refreshing, thrilling descent and guaranteed rush of adrenaline, you’ll arrive in Thonon-les-Bains.
White water rafting with Evolution 2
Hydrospeed trip with Indiana’Ventures
White water rafting with Star-Ski Sports
Hydrospeed outing with Star-Ski Sports
Rafting avec Indiana’Ventures
But what is rafting?
Rafting is a recreational activity with an inflatable raft to navigate white waters.
The activity begins with a brief introduction to the equipment and how to use it, and a safety briefing. After putting on your helmets and other safety equipment, you’ll be ready to board your raft and set off!
Using your paddles and with help from your teammates, the goal is to take on the rapids, rivers and torrents and… try and stay in the boat! This outdoor activity is all about teamwork and pushing your limits… making rafting an intense and thrilling sport.
Compared to other boats that are not as stable, in a raft you can navigate rapids that are not necessarily suitable for kayaks and canoes.
Rafting is an opportunity to push your limits and experience something truly exciting, even if you have never done anything like this before.
What equipment do you need for this sort of activity?
Here is a list of the equipment you will be provided with: a raft with foot straps to help you stay in place while rowing and a lifeline to hold onto in case you fall into the water; a paddle; a life jacket; a special rafting helmet with ear protection; a wetsuit that will be adapted to the weather conditions and rafting aqua shoes.
Is it dangerous?
Just like all activities in the mountains, rafting isn’t dangerous as long as you follow the instructions given by your instructor. The instructor is qualified, has extensive knowledge of the river and has been trained to be able to assist you if you get into difficulty.
Rafting is suitable for anyone who can swim and feels confident in the water. However, for certain more technical descents, a minimum age often applies.
An unmissable experience for anyone staying in Morzine this summer! Would you like to try something different? The locals of Morzine recommend a canyoning experience as a family or with friends.
If you still feel like going somewhere refreshing after this expedition, there are plenty of lakes in the surrounding area of Morzine or you could go to the swimming pool next to the Palais des Sports in Morzine. Don’t hesitate to check out our pages in the Summer Activities section when you’re planning for your holiday.
