White Water Rafting · Val-de-Charmey

White Water Rafting · Val-de-Charmey

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The essentials

Valrafting runs one fixed option on the Simme River: 3h on the water, rated "Occasionally sporty", at 154.38 CHF per person. This trip launches from Boltigen in the Bernese Oberland and suits first-timers and occasional paddlers who want real current without committing to an expert-level course. Guides speak five languages including French and English. Book directly with Valrafting and confirm availability early in the May-September season, as Alpine river levels peak in late spring.

The offer

Rafting on the Simme River from Boltigen in the Bernese Oberland

Rafting on the Simme River from Boltigen in the Bernese Oberland

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Frequently asked questions

How intense is rafting on the Simme River?
The tour is rated "Occasionally sporty", meaning there are genuine rapids and fast-moving sections, but the level is accessible to fit beginners. Expect bursts of adrenaline rather than sustained extreme whitewater.
What is the most intense moment of the trip?
On glacier-fed Alpine rivers like the Simme, the biggest rapids typically hit in the first half of the route when gradient and water volume are highest. Your guide from Valrafting will brief you on each rapid before you hit it.
Do you need to know how to swim?
Basic swimming ability is strongly recommended for any whitewater rafting activity. All participants wear a buoyancy aid and helmet provided by the operator.
When is the best time to go for the strongest current?
Late spring and early summer (May to June) deliver the highest water levels on the Simme thanks to snowmelt from the Bernese Alps, which means faster flow and more powerful rapids. July and August offer more stable, slightly calmer conditions.

Practical info

Season

May – September

Equipment

Wear a swimsuit or quick-dry shorts under your wetsuit, which Valrafting typically provides along with helmet and buoyancy aid. For a 3h "Occasionally sporty" session, bring a change of dry clothes and a towel for after, and secure any glasses with a strap.

Getting there

Meet the Valrafting team directly at Reindenbach 281, 3766 Boltigen, in the Bernese Oberland, accessible by car via the A12 motorway or by train to Boltigen station on the Montreux-Oberland-Bernois (MOB) line.

See also

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Updated on 3 March 2026