Air Boat Descent of the Giffre at Samoëns

Be daring and take the plunge down the Giffre river in an Air Boat near Samoëns: an inflatable boat that's sure to give you a thrill!

Book your activity

From€43
2 hrs
Sporty
From 12 years-old and up

Practical information

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.

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

Course of events

- Meet at the Altitude Rafting office

- Welcome by the team and instructor

- Participants are kitted out and reminded of specific rafting instructions

- Start of the 7km descent of the Giffre, between 1h30 and 2h

- First part of the descent with class I and II rapids

- Second part of the descent of the Gorges de Tines with rapids classified III

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.

Meeting point:
Altitude Rafting - Behind the town hall of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, Mairie Chef Lieu 74740 Sixt-Fer-A-Cheval
Spoken languages:French, English
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