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Canyoning is a sporting activity that consists of descending small rivers, torrents in a vertical and cashed environment.

It is a sport that combines hiking and climbing in an aquatic environment.

The purpose of canyoning is to descend into the riverbed without using boats unlike rafting or canoeing. These streams deliver their natural and wild beauty during the sensational sport that is canyoning.

Playful and technical at the same time, canyoning will make you discover extraordinarily beautiful wild places.

Swim in the river, walk in the forest for the approach of access or in the water from the first steps of the descent, jump in the reception ca goings (real natural pools in nature), or slip on the rocks polished by water on real slides. Finally, as if this were not enough, rope techniques are also used for abseiling.

Switzerland lends itself very well to the practice of Canyoning. There are many canyoning sites and Canyoning Access guides offer all levels of canyoning safely on the most beautiful courses in Switzerland.

Yes, all our activities are supervised by professional guides and experienced in canyoning. The guide introduces you to the activity, assists you with the equipment and then supervises you throughout the duration of the activity by its presence and explanations. Pay attention 😉

  1. Very Easy
  2. Easy
  3. Medium
  4. Hard
  5. Very Hard

The difficulty level is indicated at the beginning of each excursion and it is specified whether an experience in canyoning is required.

10% discount until 10 people.

Example: 150.- CHF Price / Pers

If you are 10 people, the price is 135.- CHF/pers.

20% discount until 20 people.

Example: 150.- CHF Price / Pers

If you are 20 people, the price is 120.- CHF/pers.

Yes, it is best to book your activity in advance. You can apply online on our website by clicking Book or emailing contact@canyoning-access.ch

Yes, for all our activities, all the technical equipment is provided : harnesses, loins, muskets, neoprene suit and jacket, helmet and shoes.

Life jackets only in some canyons.

For canyoning and rafting activities: 

Swimsuit, towel, bag (backpack type) to put personal belongings, sunscreen (recommended), synthetic t-shirt (optional), a cord or elastic to attach eyeglasses or long hair, spare stuff. 

For the via ferrata: 

A bag (backpack type) to put personal belongings, pair of shoes like sports outdoors, sunglasses, hat or cap, sunscreen, jacket or sweater (optional), a cord or elastic to tie the eyeglasses or long hair, spare case.

To know how to SWIM is obligatory to participate in all the activities we offer except the via ferrata. You must be in good physical condition and not have any contraindications to the practice of whitewater activities.

For the down payment: bank transfer. For settlement on the day of the activity: cash payment only.

WARNING : We do not accept the Bank Card.

More information can be found in the terms and conditions on our website.

The meeting place is provided when booking.

Technical transport from the point of appointment to the activity is included in the price.

To know how to SWIM is obligatory to participate in all the activities we offer except the via ferrata. You must be in good physical condition and not have any contraindications to the practice of whitewater activities. 

Each activity is estimated with a minimum age to participate. This indication is adaptable but not underestimated.

Yes in most cases ! Canyoning Access can in case of adverse conditions in a canyon, offer you another canyon in good condition or another activity type rafting for example.

Rain or bad weather do not prevent activities from taking place. Whitewater activities are almost the only outdoor activities that can be done in case of rain. 

Canyoning Access may decide to cancel an activity if security cannot be guaranteed.

A credit of the amount already paid will be granted to participants for a period of 2 years or a full refund will be made in case of the impossibility of finding another date.

Yes : just have a cord to attach them to avoid losing them if you put your head under water.

Be careful in some canyons wearing glasses is not recommended.

If you wear lenses, you can take pool goggles to protect yourself from splashes and dips (but this is not necessary).

Yes before and after the activity. For the preparation and implementation of the organization of the activity.

Then it is possible to provide a waterproof device but there is a very high risk of losing it in the canyon.

Canyoning Access cannot be held responsible for the loss or damage to your camera if you decide to take it with you on the activities.

Guides can arrange a mini film or photos during the activity on request when booking for a fee of 50.-chf.

Yes you can use your own camera (go-pro or other brands). Provide the safety fastening and tether for use on our helmets.

The use of your camera is your own responsibility : Canyoning Access cannot be held responsible for the loss or damage caused to your camera during the activity.

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