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Rafting Arve original
Duration:
Half a day
Price from: 55€
Difficulty:
Level 1: You have never practiced.
Level 2: You have some initial experience.
Level 3: You practice occasionally.
Level 4: You practice regularly.
Level 5: You have a sustained practice.
General information
Discover Rafting in Chamonix - Ages 12 and Up
Enjoy a rafting trip on the Arve River in the heart of the Chamonix Valley. Suitable for ages 12 and up and accessible to beginners, this activity is perfect for sharing a fun and refreshing adventure with friends or families with teenagers.
Over approximately 45 minutes and more than 6 km, ride the rapids of the Arve and experience the thrill of white-water rafting in an exceptional setting beneath the Mont Blanc massif. Accompanied by a professional guide, you will learn how to navigate safely while enjoying the waves, rapids and excitement of mountain river rafting.
A Rafting Adventure for Everyone
Located in the centre of Chamonix, our rafting base offers changing rooms and hot showers for your comfort. All technical equipment is provided.
✅ Ages 12 and up
✅ Ideal for teenagers, groups of friends and beginners
✅ Guided by professional rafting instructors
✅ Departure in the heart of Chamonix
For children under 12 years old, we recommend booking our Family Rafting trip, specially designed for younger participants.
Group booking
Book your rafting trip on the Arve River directly online by selecting your preferred date and departure time in the booking module. For children under 12 years old, we recommend booking our Family Rafting trip, specially designed for younger participants.
Dates
Check availability in the booking module below
Departure Times
Trips run throughout the day from 9:00 am onwards. Last departure: 4:45 pm
Meeting Point
Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the activity at our white-water base: 393 Promenade du Fori - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Supervision
Each raft accommodates 4 to 7 participants and is guided by a professional instructor. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
Guaranteed Departure
Trips are confirmed with a minimum of 4 participants
2026 Rates
Ages 12 and up: €55 per person
✅ Price Includes
- Supervision by a professional rafting guide
- All technical equipment: wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, paddle and raft
- Return transfer to the rafting base
- Access to changing rooms and hot showers
Further information
You will find in this section all the information you need to prepare for your rafting trip in Chamonix. If you have any questions, our team is available by phone or email.
White Water Base Location
The Compagnie des Guides rafting base is located at:393 Promenade du Fori - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. The base is situated behind the Chamonix swimming pool, close to the tennis courts. A public car park is available approximately 150 metres away on the opposite side of the Arve River, with access via the Promenade des Sonnailles footbridge
Meeting Point
Please arrive at the white water base 10 minutes before the start of the activity
Duration
Approximately 45 minutes on the river. Please allow around 2 hours in total for the activity, including equipment fitting, briefing, transport and the descent
Location
The trip takes place on the Arve River, departing directly from our white water base in Chamonix
Requirements
This activity is suitable for beginners. Participation requirements:
✅ Minimum age: 12 years old
✅ Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
✅ Maximum weight: 120 kg
✅ Ability to swim 25 metres
✅ Ability to float on your back and keep your head above water for 5 seconds
✅ Ability to go under a floating obstacle and jump into the water
Documents available for download
Equipment
Find in this section all the information about the different equipment that is required.
Equipment
- Swimsuit
- Towel
Our Rental Partners : You can rent your equipment with our rental shops partners and benefit from special price Millet (excluding crampons, ice axes and helmet), Sanglard Sports, Ravanel & Co & Concept Pro Shop
Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet
Booking
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Calculate your carbon footprint
Discover the carbon emissions of this activity and add your trip to the meeting point.
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for this activity & journey(s) = 0 kgIn order to limit global warming to +2°C by 2100, the COP-21 agreement stipulates that each human should emit no more than 2t of CO2 per year. According to the French Ministry of Ecology, today European citizens emit an average of 11t per year, and American citizens emit an average of 21t annually., or 0.3€The price for a ton of CO2 is currently 100€ in the European Union to offset.
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