White Water Rafting · Ötztal

White Water Rafting · Ötztal

3 offers 63€ – 98€ 5.0 (3 reviews) Verified March 2026
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How to choose

Three options, three intensity levels, one operator: CANKICK runs all of them out of Haiming and Sautens. Start at 63 € with the Imster Schlucht, a half-day run on the gorge section open to everyone, no prior experience needed. Step up to 80 € for the Ötztaler Ache, a half-day route rated "Sporty" , this is the one with real current and technical rapids demanding active paddling. The full-day Inn experience at 98 € covers the most river distance and suits beginners again, but the longer exposure on the water makes it the highest-volume rush of the three. Pick by intensity: Ötztaler Ache hits hardest, Inn covers the most ground, Imster Schlucht keeps it accessible.

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Best value Rafting on the Imster Schlucht near Ötztal, Tyrol

Rafting on the Imster Schlucht near Ötztal, Tyrol

5.0 (1) 63€ See offer
Rafting on the Ötztaler Ache in the Tyrol

Rafting on the Ötztaler Ache in the Tyrol

80€ See offer
Rafting on the River Inn in Ötztal, Tyrol

Rafting on the River Inn in Ötztal, Tyrol

5.0 (2) 98€ See offer

Our picks

Hardest Rush

Rafting on the Ötztaler Ache in the Tyrol

The Ötztaler Ache at 80 € is the only "Sporty"-rated route of the three, with genuine rapids on one of Tyrol's most powerful glacial rivers.

80 €See offer

First-Timer Best Value

Rafting on the Imster Schlucht near Ötztal, Tyrol

The Imster Schlucht at 63 € is the cheapest entry point, open to everyone, and delivers gorge scenery on a half-day that doesn't overcommit your schedule.

63 €See offer

Frequently asked questions

Which route is the most intense?
The Ötztaler Ache at 80 € is the only route rated "Sporty" , it demands active paddling and delivers the strongest rapids of the three options. The other two routes are open to everyone with no prior experience.
Do I need to know how to swim?
Basic swimming ability is standard for whitewater rafting. Check directly with CANKICK at the Alte Bundesstraße 26 meeting point if you have specific concerns, as requirements can vary by route.
What is the most intense moment on the river?
On the Ötztaler Ache, the rapid sections of the river push the raft hard with fast-moving glacial water funneled through the Tyrolean valley. That sudden acceleration when you hit the first drop is the peak of the experience.
How cold is the water?
The Ötztaler Ache and Inn are fed by glacial meltwater from the Ötztal Alps, so water temperatures run cold even in peak season between May and September. CANKICK provides wetsuits, but expect a sharp hit when water splashes.
Can complete beginners do the full-day Inn trip?
Yes. The River Inn full-day route is rated "Everybody welcome", meaning no rafting experience or special fitness level is required. The 98 € price reflects the longer duration on the water, not added technical difficulty.

Practical info

Season

May – September

Equipment

Wear a swimsuit under your clothes and bring a change of dry clothes for after, since glacial water hits cold even in summer. For the "Sporty" Ötztaler Ache route, closed-toe water shoes with grip are strongly recommended over flip-flops.

Getting there

All three routes depart with CANKICK in Haiming (Alte Bundesstraße 26, 6425 Haiming) or Sautens (Mühlgasse) in the Ötztal valley, roughly 70 km southwest of Innsbruck via the A12 motorway.

See also

White Water Rafting elsewhere

Lake Serre PonçonBovecVerdon GorgeOmišLa Plagne, ParadiskiSamoëns, Le Grand MassifAroucaJasper

Other activities in Ötztal

Via FerrataCanyoningCaving

Updated on 3 March 2026