White Water Rafting · Thun
How to choose
All 3 trips run on the Aare River from Uttigen with Aareschlauchboot, cover the same 2.5h window and open to everyone regardless of fitness level. The price gap explains the format. Tubing (66 CHF) puts you solo on an inflatable tube, the most stripped-down, highest-exposure option on the current. Canorafting (77 CHF) adds a small inflatable canoe for more control and a bit less raw water contact. Full rafting (154 CHF) is the group raft experience, where you paddle as a crew and take on the river's flow together, which justifies the steeper price. Pick tubing or canorafting for a solo or duo thrill on a budget. Book the raft if you're coming with a group and want the full team-versus-current dynamic.
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Our picks
Self-Guided Tubing Trip on the Aare river from Uttigen near Thun
At 66 CHF, the tubing trip gives you direct contact with the Aare current with zero barriers, the highest sensation-per-franc ratio of the three.
Self-Guided Rafting Trip on the Aare River from Uttigen near Thun
The full rafting trip at 154 CHF is the only crew format where everyone paddles together, making it the go-to pick for a group of friends.
Frequently asked questions
Which option delivers the most intense ride?
Tubing at 66 CHF puts you closest to the water with the least equipment between you and the Aare current. It's the rawest format of the three.
Do you need prior rafting experience?
No. All three trips are rated 'Everybody welcome' by the operator, so no whitewater background is required.
How long is each trip on the water?
Each format runs 2.5h from the Uttigen meeting point. Budget accordingly for transport and gear return.
Is the Aare suitable for beginners in terms of water intensity?
The Aare between Uttigen and Thun is a glacier-fed Alpine river with a steady current. It's managed and suitable for all levels, but the water temperature stays cold even in summer, so expect a real physical challenge.
What's the season window to book these trips?
The season runs May through September. Water levels are typically highest in late spring due to snowmelt, which adds current speed.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.9°C | 128.1 mm | Poor |
| February | 3°C | 106.1 mm | Poor |
| March | 4°C | 139.7 mm | Poor |
| April | 8.4°C | 143.7 mm | Possible |
| May | 11.7°C | 174.6 mm | Possible |
| June | 16.3°C | 215.9 mm | Possible |
| July | 19.5°C | 146.9 mm | Good |
| August | 18.7°C | 149.9 mm | Good |
| September | 16.1°C | 135.7 mm | Good |
| October | 11.1°C | 103.4 mm | Possible |
| November | 5.4°C | 120.8 mm | Possible |
| December | -0.5°C | 107.6 mm | Poor |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear a swimsuit under a wetsuit if you run cold, the Aare is glacier-fed and stays frigid through summer. All trips are 2.5h on the water, so bring water shoes with a solid grip and secure any valuables in a waterproof bag or leave them at base.
Getting there
All three trips depart from Aareschlauchboot at Stationsstrasse, 3628 Uttigen, directly next to the Uttigen train station, reachable in a few minutes by rail from Thun.
See also
White Water Rafting elsewhere
Updated March 2026