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Imster Schlucht: White-Water Rafting in the Tyrolean Alps

Imster Schlucht: White-Water Rafting in the Tyrolean Alps

Discover the beauty of Tyrol and take on the Imster Schlucht, a stretch of river practically made for rafting with spectacular rapids and views. Enjoy the natural beauty along the gorge of the Inn and famous waves with names like "Memminger Walze", "Oetzschlag", and "Chaos." Meet the group at the outdoor center and grab your high-quality rafting equipment. You will then take a transfer service to the starting point in Imst. The tour takes about 2.5-3.5 hours and covers approximately 14 kilometers. If it's your first time rafting, don't worry. Pick the beginner's option and your experienced guide will show you the ropes. You can also pick the family option to have a fun group activity with your kids. After the tour, try some delicious Tyrolean dishes at the outdoor center and join the team for a celebratory drink.

Ötztal: Beginners Canyoning Experience

Ötztal: Beginners Canyoning Experience

Experience an unforgettable Canyoning adventure! Equipped with high-quality gear, we will travel together by minibus to the canyon entrance. After a detailed safety briefing by our certified guide, we are ready to start. It is important to mention that on this tour every jump and every slide can be abseiled or avoided. XX With our waterproof camera, your guide can capture the best moments on request – for example, the first abseiling from a bridge directly into the canyon. Passing by an impressive waterfall, perfect for photos, we already feel the allure of the canyon: narrow walls and the sound of the waterfalls create a unique natural experience. We continue through a 4-meter abseil, an exciting water slide, and a stepped passage. The next challenge includes two abseils (7 and 15 meters), before we reach the first jumps, each 4 meters high. If you prefer, you can easily bypass the jumps. *The highlight of the tour:* An 8-meter-long and 5-meter-high natural water slide, shaped by water over thousands of years. Your guide will show you the correct sliding technique, and on command, the fun begins! Those who wish can experience the slide a second time. Slowly, the canyon widens and quiets down – the adventure is nearing its end. After the last 10-meter abseil, we leave the Alpenrosen canyon and return by minibus to our outdoor center. There, we celebrate the successful adventure with a “Canyoning Schnapps.” Fresh, warm showers and spacious changing rooms are available for you to relax after the tour. Book your canyoning tour now and experience the magic of the Alps up close – action, nature, and unforgettable moments await you!

Ötztal: Rafting at Imster Canyon for Beginners

Ötztal: Rafting at Imster Canyon for Beginners

Rafting in the Imster Gorge is one of the most famous and exciting rafting experiences in the Alps and is particularly popular with adrenaline junkies and nature lovers. Our minibuses or taxis take you to the start of the rafting tour. With special rafting boats, high-quality wetsuits and the best safety equipment, we conquer Europe's most popular rafting route together. At the beginning of the rafting tour, the Inn is still a calm stream with beautiful swimming sections, but the Imsterschlucht is increasingly turning into a breathtaking whitewater river. This rafting tour is not too hard, but you certainly won't stay dry here. Because the waves that keep getting in our way should not be underestimated and can only be overcome as a team. We have our own photographer who will capture these special moments for you. When we arrive at the rafting tour port, we toast the completion of the rafting tour with our “rafting drink” before we head back to our outdoor center in our minibuses. Once there, warm showers and spacious changing rooms are available for you.

Ötztal: Canyoning at Alpenrosenklamm for Beginners

Ötztal: Canyoning at Alpenrosenklamm for Beginners

Experience an unforgettable Canyoning adventure! Equipped with high-quality gear, we will travel together by minibus to the canyon entrance. After a detailed safety briefing by our certified guide, we are ready to start. It is important to mention that on this tour every jump and every slide can be abseiled or avoided. With our waterproof camera, your guide can capture the best moments on request – for example, the first abseiling from a bridge directly into the canyon. Passing by an impressive waterfall, perfect for photos, we already feel the allure of the canyon: narrow walls and the sound of the waterfalls create a unique natural experience. We continue through a 4-meter abseil, an exciting water slide, and a stepped passage. The next challenge includes two abseils (7 and 15 meters), before we reach the first jumps, each 4 meters high. If you prefer, you can easily bypass the jumps. *The highlight of the tour:* An 8-meter-long and 5-meter-high natural water slide, shaped by water over thousands of years. Your guide will show you the correct sliding technique, and on command, the fun begins! Those who wish can experience the slide a second time. Slowly, the canyon widens and quiets down – the adventure is nearing its end. After the last 10-meter abseil, we leave the Alpenrosen canyon and return by minibus to our outdoor center. There, we celebrate the successful adventure with a “Canyoning Schnapps.” Fresh, warm showers and spacious changing rooms are available for you to relax after the tour. Book your canyoning tour now and experience the magic of the Alps up close – action, nature, and unforgettable moments await you!

Ötztal: AREA 47 Waterpark Entry Ticket

Ötztal: AREA 47 Waterpark Entry Ticket

Experience action and adventure at this spacious park, which has over 20,000 square meters dedicated to fun in the water. Feel the adrenaline as you try out Europe’s fastest water slide, cliff diving, and a gigantic blobbing bag - an inflatable bag that catapults you through the air when other people jump on it. Feel like a kid, when you are climbing, sliding and jumping around on our Splash Track. Try out the cannonball activity, which launches you up into the air before you splash back down in the pool. Relax after a day of water action at the Beach Bar with a beverage, or stretch out on the lawn. End the day with a game of volleyball or some beach soccer.

Ötztal: Obere Auerklamm Canyoning Tour for Beginners

Ötztal: Obere Auerklamm Canyoning Tour for Beginners

Our sporty beginner-level canyoning adventure in the "Obere Auerklamm" stunning Ötztal, nestled in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps, promises an exhilarating mix of fun and excitement! This tour offers the perfect blend of: Jumps, Slides and Abseiling. Fully equipped with our high-quality canyoning gear, we set off together in our comfortable minibuses to the canyon's starting point. Upon arrival, our certified canyoning guide provides a detailed safety briefing with all the important instructions for navigating the canyon safely – ensuring that your adventure begins prepared and secure. *The start of the canyon – let the adventure begin!* Passing a picturesque wooden bridge, we arrive at the first descent. A fixed handrail makes it easy and safe to climb down. Following the water’s path through rugged terrain, we reach the first major challenge: a 5-meter-high abseiling point. Here, our guide demonstrates the proper abseiling technique – an exciting moment where everyone gets involved. *The canyon narrows – and the excitement intensifies.* As we progress, the canyon becomes even more captivating. The roaring sound of waterfalls echoes through the narrow rock walls. A 3-meter-long handrail leads us safely to the next highlight: the **infamous Devil’s Hole**, which we abseil through under the guide's expert supervision. From here, only a breathtaking 9-meter abseiling section and a short swim separate us from the first 3-meter jump – though jumping and sliding are always optional. Every section can be abseiled, depending on your preference! *Pure action – slides, jumps, and mesmerizing water landscapes.* The canyon leads us to a series of thrilling stations: a 5-meter slide, a 2-meter jump, an exhilarating 9-meter slide, and several winding water basins. But the ultimate highlight awaits at the end: the legendary **15-meter High-Speed Slide**, carved by water over millennia into the rock. Adrenaline is guaranteed – this is an experience you’ll never forget! *The grand finale.* After a well-deserved break and a rush of adrenaline, we continue refreshed. A short swim brings us to the final big challenge: a 7-meter-high descent. Here, you can choose your preferred way down: abseiling, sliding, or jumping – the choice is yours! After this exciting finale, we exit the canyon via a secured steel cable and return to the outdoor center. Back at the base, we celebrate the successful tour with our signature canyoning schnapps. To finish off the adventure, warm showers and spacious changing rooms are available – the perfect ending to an unforgettable experience!

Ötztal: Advanced Canyoning at Auerklamm

Ötztal: Advanced Canyoning at Auerklamm

Experience the Wildness of the Inn River! Our full-day rafting adventure with lunch through the spectacular Imster Gorge is an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. The Imster Gorge is one of Europe's most renowned whitewater stretches. The full-day rafting tour with lunch is 30 kilometers long - double length - it offers a diverse range of rapids, from tranquil sections perfect for enjoying the scenery to challenging rapids that will get your adrenaline pumping. Join us as we glide down the mighty Inn River through one of Tirol's wildest and most beautiful river landscapes. What to Expect: Roaring Rapids: Conquer the powerful waves of the Imster Gorge with your group. Breathtaking Scenery: Enjoy the stunning backdrop of the Tiroler Alps and the pristine nature along the Inn River. Bonding Experience: Rafting brings people together! Experience an unforgettable adventure with friends, family, or colleagues. Expert Guides: Our experienced guides ensure your safety and an unforgettable experience. Tour Highlights: The Rohrbrücke Rapid: One of the most famous rapids on the river, offering a unique challenge. The Memminger Walze: A powerful wave that guarantees an adrenaline rush. The Ötztal Mouth: Where the Ötztaler Ache river meets the Inn, creating additional current. Lakeside Lunch: Prepare a hearty Tirolean dish together as a group – "Tiroler Kasspatzln" – right on the riverbank over an open fire. Who is this tour for? Our rafting tour is suitable for both beginners and experienced rafters. Our guides will adjust the pace and difficulty of the tour to match the abilities of your group. Book your full-day rafting adventure now and experience an unforgettable adventure in nature!

Ötztal: Via Ferrata Climbing Tour at Lehner Waterfall

Ötztal: Via Ferrata Climbing Tour at Lehner Waterfall

With minibuses you will go to the entrance of the via ferrata. During a detailed safety talk, the guide shows and explains to the participants the correct behavior in the via ferrata. The perfectly designed via ferrata offers everything that makes a versatile via ferrata for beginners as well as for advanced climbers. Right at the start there is a 40m high vertical rock face that has to be overcome. But don't worry, with the right technique learned from our guide, it can be done by anyone. From here the wall recedes and it goes over exposed rock slabs up to the waterfall. Of course, your guide has our photo camera to capture the best moments of you on pictures. After 2/3 of the tour you can decide on the spot whether to continue climbing the normal course, or choose the more challenging way over the overhang to the exit of the via ferrata tour. From there it goes over a beautifully laid out hiking trail back to our minibuses with which we drive back to the base. Once there, you will be offered a schnapps and hot showers with spacious changing rooms, as well as our outdoor swimming pool with free admission.

Ötztal: Via Ferrata Climbing at Stuibenfall

Ötztal: Via Ferrata Climbing at Stuibenfall

Take on a picturesque but not too difficult climbing route underneath the imposing Stuibenfall. Climb this well laid out route with many brackets, then celebrate completing it with a schnapps, a shower and a swim. Meet at the base, and hop in a minibus for your transfer to the via ferrata. Receive a detailed safety briefing before starting your adventure. Your guide will be equipped with a camera to photograph you as you go. Climb over steel rope bridges and cross a waterfall. Take in the scenery and feel the adrenaline as you climb on a 220 meter high rock face. Feel good knowing the route is well laid out, and features many brackets to help you on your climb. After completing the route, pose for a photo by your guide before heading back to the bus. Once back at base, enjoy a well-deserved schnapps and a hot shower.

Ötztal: Action Whitewater Rafting at Imster Canyon

Ötztal: Action Whitewater Rafting at Imster Canyon

Rafting in the Imster Gorge is one of the most famous and exciting rafting experiences in the Alps and is particularly popular with adrenaline junkies and nature lovers. Our minibuses or taxis take you to the start of the rafting tour. With special rafting boats, high-quality wetsuits and the best safety equipment, we conquer Europe's most popular rafting route together. At the beginning of the rafting tour, the Inn is still a calm stream with beautiful swimming sections, but the Imsterschlucht is increasingly turning into a breathtaking whitewater river. This rafting tour is not too hard, but you certainly won't stay dry here. Because the waves that keep getting in our way should not be underestimated and can only be overcome as a team. We have our own photographer who will capture these special moments for you. When we arrive at the rafting tour port, we toast the completion of the rafting tour with our “rafting drink” before we head back to our outdoor center in our minibuses. Once there, warm showers and spacious changing rooms are available for you.

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We had a wonderful experience with this activity. This was our first experience canyoning, and we had no trouble! The guides were excellent. My wife and I were the only ones in the group that didn’t speak German, and so the guides gave us plenty of attention in English so that we understood. Very very fun experience, again, the guides were phenomenal!

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Excellent guide, safe and fun activity for the whole family. Our youngest was a bit scared beforehand, but was quickly reassured by the guides and the activity. A bit of a challenge for modern travellers who don't use any cash, to pay for parking when only cash is accepted.

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Thanks to Alex for the wonderful tour! We felt safe at all times. Everything was explained wonderfully (very professional). Highly recommended, anytime again!!!

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I enjoyed the various activities in and around the water and Pezi's relaxed, humorous manner as a guide!

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Wonderful activity. We had a great time with our guide Serkan, who was very professional and friendly.