Hydrospeed or whitewater swimming in Switzerland

You’ll float down the river, using a special float for hydrospeed or white-water swimming. What’s more, if you’re looking for action, this is the activity for you. Indeed, the only condition is that you’re a good swimmer and an athlete. Deux Rivières is the perfect location for this activity in French-speaking Switzerland. On the one hand, the wild Rhône between Souste and Sierre in Valais. The other is the Sarine river in the Pays d’Enhaut in the canton of Vaud. This extreme sport began in France under the name of whitewater swimming 20 years ago.
This activity offers an immersive experience that brings participants down to water level. What’s more, the sensations you experience are much stronger than when rafting. Surf the waves, play with the counters and feel the full power of the rapids.
Enjoy this sport to the full with specific equipment from head to toe.
You wear a neoprene wetsuit, as well as a neoprene jacket, helmet and booties. The float is made of lightweight PVC or polystyrene. Of course, there are different types of float, but the most important thing is that you’re well protected from shocks. And what’s more, you don’t have to take lessons like you do with kayaking. You’ll immediately feel the rapids of a river and the power of the current.

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    Whitewater swimming on the Sarine river

    Hydrospeed in PAYS D’ENHAUT – THE SARINE – SAANEN-ROUGEMONT – From CHF 126.00

    CHF 126.00

    Hydrospeed on the Sarine, a sport that takes your hair off

    Between Saanen and Rougemont, hydrospeed on the Sarine offers 4 km of pure action.

    Hydrospeeding on the Sarine is an action-packed, emotionally-charged course with the added bonus of adrenaline rushes. Located in the Pays d’Enhaut region, this course from Saanen to Rougemont will delight white-water swimmers. Narrow passages between the rocks, you use all your energy to propel yourself through the currents. You are in the company of your guide and in complete safety. Whitewater swimming requires good swimming skills and good physical condition. Hydrospeeding on the Sarine in the canton of Vaud is an experience that sportsmen and women should try at all costs. First of all, you’ll be equipped with a wetsuit and a very thick neoprene jacket. But also neoprene booties, fins and a helmet. You sail with your head close to the water thanks to your float; you can start playing with the currents.

    Swissraft also offers a number of other courses in addition to the one on the Sarine River.

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