White Water Rafting · Ilanz

White Water Rafting · Ilanz

2 offers 88.15CHF – 148.76CHF 5.0 (6 reviews) Verified March 2026
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Both tours run on the Vorderrhein River with Swiss River Adventures, but they target different intensity levels. At 88.15 CHF for 3.5h to 6h, the Ilanz-start option opens to everyone regardless of fitness, making it the go-to for first-timers and mixed groups. The Versam departure costs 148.76 CHF for a 4h session and is rated "Occasionally sporty", meaning the river section demands more physical engagement and commands a 60 CHF premium. Pick the Ilanz option if your group includes beginners or you want maximum time on the water. Choose Versam if your crew is comfortable with effort and wants a more demanding stretch of whitewater.

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Best value Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Ilanz

Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Ilanz

5.0 (6) 88.15CHF See offer
Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Versam near Ilanz

Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Versam near Ilanz

148.76CHF See offer

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Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Ilanz

Rated "Everybody welcome", priced at 88.15 CHF and running up to 6h on the water, this is the longest and most accessible option for first-time rafters.

88.15 CHFSee offer

Best Rush for the Price

Rafting on the Vorderrhein River from Versam near Ilanz

At 148.76 CHF for a physically demanding 4h run from Versam, this tour delivers the most intense stretch of the Vorderrhein for groups ready to work for their adrenaline.

148.76 CHFSee offer

Frequently asked questions

What's the most intense moment on the Vorderrhein?
The Versam-start route is rated "Occasionally sporty", which means you'll hit sections where the current actively works against you and paddling output matters. Expect the raft to surge and spin through rapid sequences rather than just float.
Do you need prior rafting experience?
No experience is required for the Ilanz departure, which explicitly welcomes everybody. The Versam route suits people who are reasonably active and don't mind working hard in the raft.
What's the best time of year to raft the Vorderrhein?
The season runs from May through September. Spring snowmelt from the Swiss Alps pushes water levels and current speed higher in May and June, delivering the most powerful conditions of the year.
How long will you actually be on the water?
The Ilanz option runs 3.5h to 6h depending on conditions and group pace. The Versam tour is a fixed 4h session. Factor that into your day when planning trains or onward travel.
Are guides available in English?
Yes. Both tours are guided in German and English, so non-German-speaking participants are fully covered throughout the briefing and on the river.

Practical info

Season

May – September

Equipment

Wear a swimsuit under your wetsuit and bring water shoes or old trainers that can get soaked. Both tours run up to 6h in mountain river conditions, so a change of dry clothes for after the session is essential.

Getting there

The entry-level tour meets at Ilanz Train Station (7130 Ilanz, Switzerland), reachable directly by rail from Chur in under 30 minutes. The Versam tour departs from Rafting Basis Reichenau in Tamins, roughly 5 km from Chur.

See also

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Updated on 3 March 2026