Aare rafting for 2-4 people: rent a dinghy
Rent a small dinghy for the classic Aare rafting route from Uttigen to Bern. You can float along the river for about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
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Highlights
- Rent a inflatable boat near Uttigen station
- Paddle on one of Switzerland's most popular routes
- Float down the Aare with friends, family, or colleagues
- Easily return the boat in Bern
Description
You rent a inflatable boat for a small group on the Aare river. The boat trip is one of the most popular summer activities in Switzerland. The route from Thun to Bern is among the most well-known.
The classic route runs from Uttigen to Bern and takes about 2:30 hours. You let yourselves be carried along by the river and enjoy the view of meadows and mountains.
Practical information for your packing list:
- Sunscreen: Don't forget even on cloudy days
- Drinking water: You dehydrate faster on the water
- Sun protection: Hat, sunglasses (secure with a strap!), light T-shirt
- Snacks & provisions: Energy-rich snacks and a light picnic
- Towel and change of clothes: Especially nice after the trip
- Swimsuits and water shoes: Non-slip shoes make getting in and out easier
- Waterproof phone case: Optional but useful for photos on the go
- Picnic blanket: For relaxing breaks on river meadows
- Trash bag: Please take everything back with you – for a clean Aare
Inclusions
Approx. 2.5 to 3.5 hours of rafting on the Aare over around 20 km, depending on the water level
Rental boat for 2 to 4 people
Equipment (life jackets and paddles for everyone)
Splash-proof 60-litre bag
Clear on-site briefing and safety instructions, including for beginners
Detailed route map for navigation and safety
Meeting point
Bootsverleih Aareböötle (neben Bahnhof Uttigen), Stationsstrasse 39, 3628 Uttigen
Stationsstrasse 39, 3628 Uttigen, Switzerland
Important information
- Minimum age: 8; all participants must be able to swim
- When boating with children, the provider recommends at least 2 adults per boat
- Inflatable boat for 2 to 4 people
- Start at the rental station at Uttigen railway station; the launch point below the Uttigen weir is around 150 m away (transport trolleys are available on site)
- The equipment must be returned by 18:00 at the endpoint (Camping Eichholz, Strandweg 49, 3084 Wabern bei Bern); you can take the S1 from Bern back to Uttigen (approx. 20 min.)
- There are around 70 parking spaces at Uttigen railway station (CHF 5 per day)
- Dogs are not allowed
Provider
Operated by
Aareschlauchboot GmbH
Verified provider
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