Rafting & Canyoning in Austria: 7 Trips by Grade

1.Imster Schlucht: White-Water Rafting in the Tyrolean Alps

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 232 reviews · 3 hours · from $76Our pick

Meet the Cankick team near Imst, gear up, and ride 14 kilometers of the Inn River through the Imster Schlucht. Guides such as Kai, Serkan, Florian, and Rita keep instructions clear while you tackle rapids including Memminger Walze, Oetzschlag, and Chaos. Choose a beginner or family option, then warm up with a shower and farewell drink.

“Super happy with the experience and the guides. I did white river rafting with Patrick and Via Ferrata with Martin and i had two of the most fun experiences of my life. If you have the time i would 100% recommend both. Thank you guys!”

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2.River Rafting Trip for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 102 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

Take a 10 km rafting trip in Upper Austria beneath Hohenwerfen Castle and the Tennen and Hagen mountains. Your certified guide supplies a wetsuit, helmet, lifejacket, and shoes, then leads you through calm stretches, splashy surges, and optional river swims. The route suits children from age six, families, and first-time rafters.

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3.White Water Rafting on the Salzach River

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 87 reviews · from $97

You’ll raft 11 km of the Salzach River from Eschenau to Schwarzach, with about 1.5 hours on the water. A certified English- or German-speaking guide leads your boat through the Labyrinth, Railway rapids, and splashy final sections. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and the ability to swim.

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4.Ötztal: Rafting at Imster Canyon for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 70 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Spend four hours rafting the Inn through Tyrol’s Imster Gorge, where calm swimming sections give way to lively whitewater. Your certified German or English-speaking guide handles the safety briefing and boat work, with guides such as Nick and Jacob noted for clear instruction and good humor. Equipment, transfers, showers, and a drink are included.

“Leuke activiteit voor jong en oud! Goede instructies van onze gids Jacob!”

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5.Ötztal: Canyoning at Alpenrosenklamm for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · 4 hours · from $113

You’ll travel by minibus into Alpenrosenklamm, learn canyon safety from a German- or English-speaking guide, then pass waterfalls, abseil up to 15 meters, and try a natural water slide. Jumps can be avoided, equipment is provided, and warm showers, a drink, certificate, and pool access follow.

“Beautiful site, scenic views while on the zip lines, natural pool and the end in which we can jump”

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6.Ötztal: Beginners Canyoning Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · 3h 30m · from $103

Spend 210 minutes in Ötztal's Alpenrosen canyon with certified guides such as Serkan and Michel. You will abseil from bridges, pass waterfalls, try a 5-meter natural slide, and choose whether to skip jumps. Gear, minibus transport, a farewell drink, and warm showers are included.

“Epic adventure in Ötztal! Canyoning was a total thrill—adrenaline, fun, and pushing our limits. Serkan and Michel were awesome guides—funny, cool, and super skilled. Loved it so much we even did a spontaneous rafting trip afterward! Highly recommend!”

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7.Rafting the Imster Gorge

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 28 reviews · 3 hours · from $69Best value

Join Wiggi Rafting for a three-hour run through Tyrol’s famous Imst Gorge. You’ll receive warm neoprene gear, a safety briefing, transport to the river, and guidance from certified English- or German-speaking guides such as Gregor and Sam. Expect about 90 minutes on the water, plenty of spray, and a return to a base with showers and a sunbathing area.

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