Self-Guided Tubing Trip on the Aare river from Uttigen near Thun

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2.5 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 14 years-old and up
From€60

Go tubing from Thun and let the Aare River transport you to Bern. Relaxing and fun experience!

Summer is here and you're looking for a cool water sport activity for your holiday near Thun? Then grab an inflatable ring and float down the Aare like the locals do! Tubing from Uttigen near Thun is a must-do activity in the canton of Berne!

Experience the crystal-clear waters of the Aare and the beautiful scenery that passes by during your tubing excursion from Thun. Aaretubing is most fun when you do it with friends. Everyone sits in their own ring and does what they want. The rings turn with you and let you enjoy the ride to the full!

You will get on board in Uttigen, where you will be equipped with a life jacket and ring. Then, let yourself drift on the Aare for about 18 kilometres (2.5 hours) to Wabern near Bern. Thanks to the regular current, you don't even have to paddle - you can just relax and enjoy the ride. Tubing near Thun is an easy activity and it is perfect to enjoy a warm sunny day!

You'll get off at Camping Eichholz, where you will hand in your equipment. Then you'll have the choice of either taking the train back to Thun (Camping Eichholz is right next to the station) or taking a tour of the Swiss capital, Bern.

All you have to do is jump into the fresh water and let yourself float down the Aare on your ring. Tubing on the Aare river also allows you to take breaks, picnic in the sun or just relax... life can be so beautiful!

Book this activity now to ensure your slot and try tubing near Thun during your next holiday in the area!

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From€60

Practical information

Try tubing near Thun and enjoy the fresh waters of the Aare river!

  • Distance : 18 km (11.2 miles)
  • River section : Uttigen - Bern
Course of events
  • Meet the team at the base
  • Get your equipment : ring and lifejacket
  • Let yourself drift on the Aare River!
  • To return, simply disembark from the boat upon arrival, where someone will be present to assist you and provide guidance.

Alternatively, you have the following options:

  • Take a scenic walk of approximately 30 minutes to Bern Train Station. From there, you can board a train directly to the office located at Uttigen train station.
  • If you prefer, you can extend your swim a bit further and then proceed with a 10-minute walk to reach the train station. This option combines a 10-minute swim followed by a 10-minute walk, leading you back to either Bern or Interlaken.
  • Another possibility is to walk a short distance to Tram Station Wabern, which only takes a couple of minutes. The tram will then transport you to Bern Station.
Activity requirements

All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.

Special terms

All equipment must be returned in Bern at 6pm maximum.

Meeting point:
Aareschlauchboot, Stationsstrasse, 3628 Uttigen
Spoken languages:German, French, English
Included
  • Tube
  • Life jacket
  • Transfer of your belongings to Bern
Excluded
  • Transfer to starting point
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses

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DORIAN M., Switzerland — 25/07/2024
5/5
Beaucoup de plaisir dans cette activité sportive et nature
Gary S., Switzerland — 19/08/2023
5/5
Super relaxing sunny day spent on the Aare. Great day out with friends

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