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Activity description
Take a hydrospeed trip down the Arve River from Chamonix and enjoy a refreshing and sporty experience in Haute-Savoie!
Hydrospeed is a sporty activity that allows you to swim in white water following the currents! With the help of your float, you can experience unique sensations in the turbulent waters of the Arve. This hydrospeed activity from Chamonix is reserved for initiates and sporty people who are looking for new thrills!
Your hydrospeed trip on the Arve River will start in Chamonix. First, you will be equipped with the necessary equipment and safety instructions will be presented to you. You will then have the opportunity to experience 6 km of white water swimming between Chamonix and Les Bossons, where the river is class 3, i.e. of an intermediate level. The course will include irregular rapids with waves and moderate obstacles to overcome. For about 1 hour, you will swim on the assault of the Arve's rapids!
Session Raft is the first white water sports base in the Mont-Blanc region and has specialised in white water sports since 1982. Supervised by one of their professional guides, you will be in good hands to enjoy a fun hydrospeed moment on the Arve!
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is the ideal place to go hydrospeeding in Haute-Savoie. Indeed, the Arve is located only 800 meters from our partner's base. This torrential river of the Alps has its source in the Mont-Blanc massif and is the main river of Haute-Savoie. Your route will take you between the Grandes Jorasses, Tête à l'Âne and Mont-Blanc. In this mountainous and wild setting, you will enjoy magnificent views that you will not forget!
Don't wait any longer to experience refreshing sensations in Haute-Savoie, book your hydrospeed descent of the Arve river from Chamonix!
Count on a total time spent on site of about 2h:
- Reception at the base
- Equipment
- Transport to the river
- Full briefing (safety and navigation instructions)
- 45 min to 1h15 of navigation with a qualified guide (depending on the water flow)
Activity requirements
Knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity.
It is also necessary to be athletic, a good swimmer and in good physical condition.
Special terms
This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund.
Children from 14 years of age can participate, provided they are accompanied by an adult.
- Full body suit
- Neoprene slippers
- Lifejacket
- Helmet
- Hydrospeed
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Glasses holder
