Grimsel Canyoning for beginners and advanced from Interlaken

This gorge hike near Grimsel offers you a variety of thrilling obstacles. You can choose to overcome them all optionally, depending on your preference. The only exception is the spectacular 50-metre abseil at the start of the tour, which cannot be skipped. The Grimsel gorge impresses not only with its variety but especially with its wild landscape and rock formations.

You will be picked up at a prearranged location and driven to the base in Matten near Interlaken. There, together with the guide, you will prepare all the equipment for your adventure. Afterwards, you’ll head to the Grimsel Pass, about an hour’s drive away.

Before entering the canyon, your guide will give you a detailed safety briefing and explain the rules as well as the key techniques.

The trip through the gorge kicks off with a real highlight: you abseil 50 metres down into the canyon right at the start. Then, for 2 to 2.5 hours, you continue over natural water slides, past waterfalls, through crystal-clear pools, and jumps into deep basins.

At the end of your adventure, you’ll be treated to a drink and a small snack before the drive back by car begins.

Practical information:

• The tour can be cancelled or postponed due to sudden weather changes
• Swimming skills are recommended but not necessary
• Suitable for: beginners without a fear of heights
• Not suitable for people with back or joint problems
• The main language is English. The guides also speak at least one other language such as German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, etc.

The following medical conditions exclude participation:

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

Full mental capacity and legal age:

• Minors must have a written consent from a legal guardian
• Must not be under the influence of any drugs, alcohol, psychiatric medication, or other substances that can impair consciousness or reaction time.

Damages, accidents, illnesses:

• Insurance for illness and accident is the participant's responsibility
• No liability for personal belongings such as cameras, glasses, sunglasses, etc.
• No claims, including compensation demands, against the organizer unless the accident or damage was caused intentionally or through gross negligence by the organizer.

• Minimum age: 14 years
• Maximum weight: 125 kg
• Bring: Swimwear and towel, small backpack, money for videos
• Requirement: good health
• Under 18 must have parental consent