Learn Kayaking Step by Step

Kayaking is best discovered progressively:
You’ll start on flat water (lake or indoor pool), and as your skills improve, you’ll move on to river kayaking with personalized guidance.

Lessons are held in stages:

• On Lake Rossinière, just 5 km from Château-d’Oex
• In an indoor pool, depending on the season
• Then on a regional river, based on your level

A great way to learn the fundamentals step by step, with the help of experienced guides.

Duration

• 2 hours on the water
• Approx. 2h30 to 3h00 total
  (including gear and transport)

Location

• Lake Rossinière or indoor pool (depending on the season)
• River section selected based on your level
• Meeting point:
  Route du Pré 33, 1660 Château-d’Oex

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Sporty Yet Accessible Descent – Gstaad to Rougemont

An exciting yet approachable 8 km descent between Gstaad and Rougemont, featuring the Vanel Gorges (Class III).
This route crosses the language border between German-speaking and French-speaking Switzerland.

Perfect for anyone who can swim, even with no prior rafting experience, thanks to the supervision of our certified professional guides.

Duration

• On the water: 1h30 to 2h
• Total activity: 3h30 to 4h
  (includes gear-up, transfer, safety briefing, descent, and post-trip snack)

Location

• Route: Gstaad → Rougemont
• Departure point:
  Route du Pré 33, 1660 Château-d’Oex

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