White Water Rafting · Thonon-les-Bains

White Water Rafting · Thonon-les-Bains

3 offers 45€ – 59€ 5.0 (69 reviews) Verified March 2026
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All 3 tours run on the Dranse, a glacial river fed by the Chablais Alps that drops into Lake Geneva near Thonon-les-Bains. At 45 €, Evolution 2 Thonon - Lac Léman offers the most flexible format (2h to full day) with an open physical level, making it the best entry point for first-timers. AN Rafting Haute Savoie runs two distinct options: a rafting descent at 49 € (1h to 2h30, open to all) for those who want a tighter, more intense session, and a canoeing descent at 59 € (2h, occasionally sporty) for paddlers ready to take individual control of their craft on technical rapids. The canoeing format demands more from your upper body and rewards previous water experience.

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Best value Rafting down the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

Rafting down the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

5.0 (58) 45€ See offer
Rafting descent on the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

Rafting descent on the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

5.0 (10) 49€ See offer
Canoeing descent on the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

Canoeing descent on the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

5.0 (1) 59€ See offer

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Best first rush

Rafting down the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

At 45 €, Evolution 2 Thonon - Lac Léman is open to everyone and stretches from 2h to a full day, giving beginners the most flexible introduction to the Dranse.

45 €See offer

Biggest personal challenge

Canoeing descent on the Dranse in Thonon-les-Bains

The 59 € canoeing descent with AN Rafting Haute Savoie requires you to read and paddle the Dranse solo, rated 'Occasionally sporty' for a reason.

59 €See offer

Frequently asked questions

What's the most intense moment on the Dranse?
The hardest rapids hit when the Dranse narrows through rocky gorges before flattening near Lake Geneva. Your guide will call lines, but brace for sudden drops and full-boat waves that soak everyone on board.
Do I need rafting experience to book?
No. Two of the three tours are rated 'Everybody welcome', meaning zero prior experience required. The canoeing descent is listed as 'Occasionally sporty', so basic fitness and some comfort in water help.
What's the difference between rafting and canoeing on the Dranse?
Rafting puts you in a shared inflatable raft steered by a guide. Canoeing gives you your own craft and paddle, which means more personal control and more individual exposure to the current. The canoeing option is priced at 59 € versus 45-49 € for rafting.
When is the Dranse at its most powerful?
The season runs May through September. Peak snowmelt from the Chablais Alps in May and June pushes water levels highest, delivering faster currents and more technical rapids. July and August offer more stable conditions for first-timers.
Are tours run in English?
Yes. All 3 tours are conducted in both English and French, confirmed across every operator listed.

Practical info

Season

May – September

Equipment

Wetsuits, helmets and life jackets are standard kit provided by operators on the Dranse. Bring a secure change of dry clothes, water shoes or old trainers with grip, and a waterproof bag for your phone. For full-day formats with Evolution 2 Thonon - Lac Léman, pack sunscreen and a light snack.

Getting there

The rafting meeting point for Evolution 2 Thonon - Lac Léman is at 9 chemin de la Ballastière in Thonon-les-Bains, while AN Rafting Haute Savoie launches from 1518 route des Grandes Alpes in Feternes, roughly 15 km south along the Chablais valley.

See also

White Water Rafting elsewhere

Lake Serre PonçonBovecVerdon GorgeOmišLa Plagne, ParadiskiSamoëns, Le Grand MassifAroucaJasper

Other activities in Thonon-les-Bains

Caving

Updated on 3 March 2026