White Water Rafting · Courchevel, Les Trois Vallées
The essentials
One option here, and it delivers: Evolution 2 Landry's rafting run on the Doron de Bozel River near Courchevel is open to everyone, no experience required. The session runs 2h to 3h and costs 48 €, guides speak French and English. If you're visiting Les Trois Vallées between May and September, this is your window. Book early in July and August, when snowmelt from the Vanoise massif peaks and river levels run highest.
The offer
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment on this rafting run?
The Doron de Bozel cuts through a narrow alpine gorge, so the whitewater hits hardest at the entry of the main rapids where the current accelerates and the walls close in around you. Your guide will call the paddle commands seconds before impact.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
The tour is listed as “Everybody welcome”, so no prior swimming or rafting experience is required. You'll wear a buoyancy aid and helmet throughout, and your guide covers safety briefing before you push off.
When is the water fastest on the Doron de Bozel?
Peak flow typically runs from late May through July, driven by snowmelt from the surrounding peaks. Water levels drop and the current slows as summer progresses toward September.
Are guides bilingual on this trip?
Yes, guides from Evolution 2 Landry lead sessions in both French and English.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4.5 °C | 174.1 mm | Poor |
| February | -2.2 °C | 138.5 mm | Poor |
| March | -1.8 °C | 150.1 mm | Poor |
| April | 2.7 °C | 152.2 mm | Poor |
| May | 6.1 °C | 136.7 mm | Possible |
| June | 10.9 °C | 134.5 mm | Possible |
| July | 15.6 °C | 116.8 mm | Good |
| August | 15.6 °C | 94.8 mm | Good |
| September | 12 °C | 99 mm | Good |
| October | 6.2 °C | 119.2 mm | Possible |
| November | -0.5 °C | 173.1 mm | Poor |
| December | -5.2 °C | 93.9 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear a swimsuit or quick-dry shorts under your wetsuit, which is provided at the meeting point. Since the session runs up to 3h and the alpine water stays cold even in summer, bring a change of dry clothes and a towel for after.
Getting there
Meet Evolution 2 Landry at H2O, 200m from the Super U supermarket, Zone des Moulins, 73600 Salins-les-Thermes, roughly 20 minutes by car from Courchevel.
See also
White Water Rafting elsewhere
Other activities in Courchevel, Les Trois Vallées
Updated September 2026