Air Boat descent of the Giffre at Samoëns

Organized by Altitude Rafting

Activity Snapshot

Spoken languages: English, French
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Be daring and dare to go down the Giffre river in an Air Boat: an inflatable kayak type boat that will offer you a maximum of sensations!

Have you ever heard of the Gorges des Tines near Samoëns? Carved out by the Giffre, a wild Haute-Savoie river in the heart of a preserved environment, they are waiting for you to take up a "solo" challenge on an Air Boat! Alone on this inflatable kayak-type boat, you will have to watch over its direction while putting your energy into its propulsion: a real sport! The Air Boat offers you stability and speed. It is easy to handle and will allow you to spend a refreshing moment of sport!

This activity is done in "semi-autonomy": a guide accompanies you on the river in his own boat. Beforehand, a briefing will allow you to learn how to handle your paddle, to understand some navigation techniques in Air Boat and to acquire the basics of river reading. After that, it's up to you! The first few meters on the Giffre will allow the guide to check the understanding of the instructions before starting the passage of the gorges, then the rapids for a sporty and dynamic nautical trip!

All along the course, you will benefit from the guide's advice who will be by your side on the 7 km descent between Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval and Samoëns. Don't be afraid and try this Air Boat descent of the Giffre to get your adrenaline flowing!

Offer Description

2 hours of activity in total including 1h to 1h15 on the water for 7 km of Air Boat from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval to Samoëns.

Course of events

The start allows you to get to grips with the boat with class II rapids before entering the Gorges and class III rapids.

Activity requirements

This course is reserved for sportsmen.

Special terms

Please contact your service provider the day before the activity to make a quick weather check.

Rain does not interfere with the activity, but it may require a change of boat.

Included
  • Neoprene wetsuit, long sleeves jacket and socks
  • Safety jacket
  • Helmet and paddle
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimming costume
  • Towel
  • Bottled water & snacks
  • Baskets
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Meeting point
Behind the town hall of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, Mairie Chef Lieu 74740 Sixt-Fer-A-Cheval Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule