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Whitewater Rafting

White water rafting Samoens

Whitewater Rafting

Description
A “must-do” summer sport for the whole family !

Wriggle into a wetsuit and get ready for a real mountain adventure on the Giffre River. Our fun and friendly English speaking guides
will ensure your experience is totally safe and ultra fun.

Looking for a fun outdoor activity to share with your family and friends? Sign up for a great adventure with ZigZag!

Our boats are never overloaded, so you’re sure to enjoy quality white water sensations. With 4-8pers per boat, you’ll feel the difference
and get more bang for your buck !

Have an absolute blast on your trip! You’ll be given an introduction to white water rafting basics,
from how to stay in the boat to proper paddling technique. Your guide will also provide a thorough safety orientation
so you are prepared for anything that might happen while you are on the river. Then, it’s time to take on the rapids.

Giffre Classic 7km

The Classic descent begins at Sixt Fer-à-Cheval and finishes in Samoëns, for a total of 7km and 1 hour and 15 minutes of fun on the water.

  • Cost :  39€ / adult –  34€/child
  • Duration : approximately 2.5 hours

Suitable for anyone over 7yrs

Giffre Integral - 11km

Departing from Sixt Fer-à-Cheval, the full river descent takes you all the way to Verchaix, for 1 hour 45 minutes of fun

  • Cost :  47€ / adult –  40€/child
  • Duration : approximately 3 hours

Suitable for anyone over 7yrs

Pricing

Giffre Classic : 
– Cost :  39€ per adult and 34€ per child

– Duration : approximately 2.5 hours

Giffre integral:
– Cost :  47€ per adult and 40€ per child

– Duration : approximately 3 hours

Useful info

What to know before you go :

• Rafting is an ideal wet-weather activity

• All ZigZag guides speak English

• Let your guide know if you’re a weak swimmer, afraid of water, have a medical condition, are anxious, etc, so they can take extra care of yo

• Meeting point – at the rafting base on the river near Lac Bleu in Morillon (map provided)

• You need to bring – swimwear, a towel

• Your guide will provide – wetsuit, buoyancy vest, helmet

• Advance booking strongly recommended

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This page is also available in: French

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