Comfortably installed on your boat, go for a ride on the Sarine! During the descent, enjoy the impressive view of the Vanel and Gérignoz gorges and discover this wild river over 15 km!
A very beautiful 15 km course, from Saanen to Château-d'Oex, on a wild and passable river for all. The passage of two superb gorges are the highlights of the descent. The Vanel and Gérignoz gorges offer magnificent landscapes where the walls play with light and reflections.
The descent of the river lasts from 1h30 to 2h00 depending on the water level. The total duration of the activity is from 2:30 to 3:00 am including equipment, minibus ride to departure, safety theory, descent and at the end a small aperitif offered, with a tasting of local cheese.
Equipment to take with you: Linen and bathing suit.
Conditions of Participation:
- Swimming and being in good physical condition.
- Minimum age 10 years old for rafting on the Saane river.
- Compulsory accident insurance for rafting.
- All these activities are possible even in rainy weather.
- Minimum 4 people per activity, if you are less, you can join an existing group. If you absolutely want to do the activity unless you have 4, it is possible, depending on the activities, but an extra charge will be charged.
Special conditions: In the event of flooding or lack of water, "Rivières et Aventures" reserves the right to modify the activity or cancel the program at the last minute. In this case, reservations remain valid for a later date or can be refunded with vouchers valid for two years. The interruption of the descent due to damage, sudden bad weather, etc., does not entitle the customer to a refund.
Payment: The presentation of the booking confirmation will be requested at the meeting place. All prices are inclusive of VAT.
If cancelled or modified up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled or modified later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Meeting place
Our Rafting base is located on the banks of the Saane River in Chateau d'Oex.
Address: Route du Pré 33, 1660 Château d'Oex
Services included
Accompaniment by professional guides
Technical equipment
Travel to the departure and return point by minibus
