Saxeten Gorge Canyoning for beginners in Interlaken

The tour through the Saxeten Gorge in the Bernese Oberland is the perfect introduction to a unique water adventure. At the meeting point, you'll meet your guides. Together, you'll prepare the equipment for canyoning. Then, you’ll drive about 10 minutes by car to the starting point of the canyon, the Saxeten Gorge.

At the canyon’s starting point, you’ll receive detailed instructions. You'll spend the next 1.5 to 2 hours in the canyon. There, you’ll do optional jumps, slide down natural rock slides, rappel from abseil points, and swim through the river. All obstacles on this tour can be bypassed, so you can decide how far you want to go.

The tour begins with a 10-meter rappel. The highlight is a 5-meter jump into the water, which you can also skip if you prefer. The other jumps range between 1 and 2 meters deep. No canyoning tour would be complete without a rock slide. The Superman rock slide is the longest on the route.

At the end of the tour, you’ll receive a refreshing drink and be driven back to the base.

Practical Information:

• The tour may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather changes
• Swimming skills are recommended but not mandatory
• The main language is English. Guides also speak at least one other language such as German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, etc.

The following conditions exclude participation:

• Eye surgery
• High blood pressure
• Chronic ear diseases with balance disorders
• Heart problems
• Epilepsy
• Increased risk in the cardiovascular system
• Neurological disorders
• Whiplash injury
• Pregnancy

Full legal capacity and age of majority:

• Minors must have a written consent form from a legal guardian
• Not under the influence of any drugs, alcohol, psychotropic drugs, or any other medication that could impair consciousness or reaction ability.

Damage, accidents, illnesses:

• Insurance against illness and accidents is the participant’s responsibility
• No liability for belongings such as cameras, glasses, sunglasses, etc.
• No claims including compensation demands against the organiser unless the accident or damage is due to intent or gross negligence by the organiser.

• Minimum age: 12 years
• Max. 125 kg
• Bring along: swimwear and towel, a small backpack, money for videos and souvenirs
• Not suitable for people with back or joint issues