Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Ilanz

From 4 hrs to 6 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
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From€126

Explore the Swiss Grand Canyon on a whitewater rafting excursion down the Vorderrhein River from Ilanz to Reichenau!

Discover the exciting torrents and stunning landscapes of the Swiss Grand Canyon on this rafting excursion near Ilanz going down the epic Vorderrhein waterway. Rafting on the Vorderrhein is a family-friendly excursion with new adventures hidden around each turn.

The Vorderrhein aka the Swiss Grand Canyon is a 20-kilometre river section between Ilanz and Reichenau. A grade two river with exciting whitewater rapids as well as an extraordinarily beautiful landscape with vertical cliffs, deep chasms and steep scree slopes, this section of the Rhine is located predominantly in the canton of Graubünden.

Operating as a half day (4 hours - 20km) or full day (6 hours - 20km) rafting excursion on the Vorderrhein are a great way to explore the area with your loved ones. You will start your whitewater experience in Ilanz where you will meet your instructor at the train station and receive a short safety briefing along with a few basic paddling techniques. The rafting trip in Ilanz will lead you through the impressive Rhine Gorge renowned for its steep chalk walls and high rock towers looming on both sides of the river. Rafting groups will also have the chance to navigate small grade two rapids that are suitable for adventurous beginners (BBQ lunch organised for full day guests). The trip ends in Reichenau, just above the confluence of the Vorder- and the Hinterrhein. Your dry clothes and a complimentary drink will be waiting for you at the end of the excursion.

Join this rafting excursion in Ilanz to discover the Swiss Grand Canyon as you've never seen it!

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Rating near Ilanz | Half-day excursion

4 hrs
From€126

Rating near Ilanz | Full-day excursion with BBQ lunch

6 hrs
From€181

Practical information

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Meeting point:
Ilanz Train station, 7130 Ilanz, Switzerland (or as agreed with your instructor)
Spoken languages:German, English

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Julie C., Switzerland — 28/08/2020
5/5
Full day river rafting with BBQ lunch
Carsten R., Denmark — 22/07/2022
4/5
Very fun activity got the whole family
Helena V., Belgium — 05/08/2022
5/5
The rafting was well organized, with good equipment, skilled people, and a lot of positive energy.
Nicola S., Switzerland — 12/08/2020
5/5
Beste Bewertung völlig verdient!!!!! Our day wast just really great ... not a single small problem
Justin K., Switzerland — 24/07/2022
5/5
Action packed fun all the way

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