Grimsel Canyoning near Interlaken

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5.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 14 years-old and up
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With its amazing rock formations and stunning mountain scenery, the Grimsel Canyon is one of the most stunning locations to try canyoning in Switzerland!

Go canyoning near Interlaken and discover the beautiful Grimsel Gorge with professionnal instructors! You don't even need to know how to swim to join this easy excursion, just be ready to discover the thrills of canyoning and follow your guide!

The Grimsel Gorge, also known as the Aareschlucht (Aare Gorge), is a spectacular natural wonder located near Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland. It is a deep and narrow gorge carved over thousands of years by the Aare River, which originates from glaciers in the Grimsel Pass.

Your canyoning excursion in the Grimsel Gorge starts with a 50m rappel into the gorge and continues with amazing jumps, awesome ziplines, and cool slides. As for the other obstacles, you have the choice between 4m or 8m (26ft) jumps and a slide of 4m (13ft).

The Grimsel canyon is suitable for active people, as long as you are not afraid of abseiling. No previous experience is necessary to participate and full instruction is given by the expert guides. With their help and guidance, you are sure to have a great time while canyoning near Interlaken!

Join this Grimsel canyoning tour near Interlaken and explore the surroundings of Interlaken off the beaten track!

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Practical information

This Canyoning excursion in Grimsel is suitable for active people who are looking for an adventure in nature!

  • Compulsory 50m (164ft) guided rappel at the start to enter the canyon.
  • Ziplining, jumps (up to 8m/26ft) and slides (up to 4m/13ft).

Course of events

The whole activity including changing clothes and transport from Interlaken to Grimsel and back takes 5.5 hours with up to 2 hours in the gorge.

  • Be ready for pick up 15 minutes before your trip time or
  • Meet your guide at the base in Interlaken 5 minutes before trip time
  • First briefing
  • Prepare canyoning equipment
  • Drive to the Grimsel Pass (1 hr)
  • Change into canyoning gear at the canyon location
  • Instructions, comprehensive safety talk
  • Canyoning – approx. 2 hrs. in the canyon.
  • Free light lunch and a drink
  • Drive back to the base
  • Order your video
Activity requirements

Good health is required to participate. Swimming ability is recommended but not required.

  • Maximum weight : 125 kg (275lbs).
Special terms

There are no facilities at the start of the trip, we get changed in an open field. It helps to have your swimwear on underneath your clothes before you depart Interlaken.

You can find out which locations are eligible for pick up via this link.

Meeting point:
Pick up or meeting at the base. OUTDOOR - Interlaken Base, Hauptstrasse 15, 3800 Matten bei Interlaken, Switzerland
Spoken languages:French, English, German
Included
  • Qualified guides
  • Free drink and snack after the trip
  • All necessary canyoning equipment (wetsuit, helmet etc)
  • Changing rooms and hot showers are available at the base in Interlaken
  • Pick up/drop off service from designated locations
Excluded
  • Video Options for purchase
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit, towel and a warm top
  • Small day bag
  • Money for videos and souvenirs

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Lewis H., United Kingdom — 01/09/2018
5/5
Fun time and beautiful views!
Tina M., Switzerland — 21/07/2020
5/5
Super Leute, tolle Guides und jede Menge Spass beim Canyoning! Gerne wieder!
Rahel G., Switzerland — 26/08/2024
5/5
Hammer, toll gemacht.

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