Rafting on the Saalach river near Salzburg

If you are looking for an exciting way to experience the beauty of Austrian Tyrol while having an absolute blast, this whitewater rafting tour of the mighty Saalach is the perfect activity for you! Whether you are are travelling alone or with family and friends, this rafting tour on the Saalach River has something for everyone, from breathtaking views to serene landscape, thrilling sensations, and unstoppable fun!

To start your whitewater rafting adventure in Tyrol, you will meet your guides at the Outdoor Center in Baumgarte, Bavaria. After meeting your certified rafting guides, you will then receive a safety and activity briefing and get equipped. Then, the whole group will be driven to the entry point in deep in the valley between the Loferer, Chiemgau, and Berchtesgaden Alps where the fun begins! After learning the various paddling commands you will carry the raft boats to the Saalach River and start your 11.5 km rafting tour through rapids, waves, eddies and boulders.

In between the wave riding fun, in Reith, you’ll make a stop at the mouth of the Innersbach Gorge. This unique canyon is worth a visit—a short walk takes you to its entrance, where you can leap into a natural rock pool for a quick but exhilarating adrenaline kick during your rafting adventure in Bavaria. The endpoint of the whitewater rafting tour is at the border to Bavaria in Unken/Niederland, where a bus will pick you up and bring you back to the Outdoor Center.

Book this whitewater rafting adventure near Salzburg now and experience the beauty of Bavaria like never before!