Rafting on the Imster Schlucht near Ötztal, Tyrol

Paddle as a team to tackle the longest river in the Tyrolean Alps on this whitewater excursion down the Imster Schlucht. Rafting near Ötztal is a popular activity in Europe. Get ready to navigate strong currents, high waves and winding passages as you raft down the Imster Schlucht on a family friendly excursion or on a more adventurous and bumpy trip !

Situated near Ötztal, this rafting activity on the Imster Schlucht follows a 14km section of the river renowned for its thundering rapids and grade IV waters. Travelling through the quaint village of Roppen, the river is fed by several glaciers including the Pitztaler, Kaunertal and Ötztal glacier.

Meet your guide at the activity base in Haiming for the rafting excursion on Europe’s most popular river, the Imster Schlucht! Organised according to age and ability, groups can decide to navigate the popular grade III section – or test their technique on the more adventurous IV rapids. A half day trip suited to adventurous beginners, start with a quick safety briefing and kit check before you travel to the embankment area – learning a few simple commands and paddle techniques from your in-boat guide. During your rafting excursion near Ötztal, it’s up to you to paddle away from obstructions and keep the raft afloat – navigating whitewater rapids, steps, dips and slides along the way! Be prepared to get wet – this rafting trip on the Imster Schlucht is a challenging descent along 14km of fast-moving water not for the faint-hearted! Once you reach the finish line, you’ll be transferred back to the base where you can change and get a hot shower.

Don’t hesitate to book this rafting trip near Ötztal to get your dose of adrenaline during your next holiday in Tirol!