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Activity description
The winter months offer some of the most breathtaking views of Lake Brienz. From your kayak, you'll be surrounded by the snow covered mountains, which reflect stunningly on the mirror-like water.
Are you ready for an unparalleled adventure, unlike anything you've ever experienced? Leave behind the crowded ski slopes and embark on an extraordinary journey through the captivating world of winter kayaking. Feel the sheer magic as you glide across pristine waters, surrounded by breathtaking beauty and tranquil serenity. Whether it's a sun-drenched day or a moody, cloudy, or snowy backdrop, each moment will be a feast for your senses. Wrapped snugly in the top-of-the-line drysuits and armed with a thermos of piping hot tea, you'll be transported into your very own winter fairy tale, a protagonist in an enchanting narrative.
Don't miss your chance to join us on our Winter Tour, available from November to April, or our Summer Tour, running from May to October. Embrace the thrill of this unique experience and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Reserve your spot today and let the adventure begin!
How to find Hightide Kayak School
If you are staying in Interlaken, Hightide Kayak School is a short bus ride away (no. 103, direction Iseltwald). This bus is free with your guest card and runs every 30 minutes from Interlaken Ost or West after which it's just a 5 minutes walk to the base. Alternatively, if you would prefer to drive, there is public parking directly in front of the base. The charge for this is CHF 1 per hours, to be paid in cash at the parking meter.
If you are feeling active, it is also possible to take a short 30 minute walk from Interlaken Ost along the river to the base in Bönigen.
Weather
Please note that the tours run in all weather conditions provided that it is safe to paddle. Often the weather is better than forecast and part of the charm of the sport is experiencing nature in all the elements - even on a rainy day, the views and atmosphere are beautiful and dramatic. The team prides itself on having top quality equipment, including Bora drysuits and high-end paddle jackets to ensure that you are warm and happy whatever the weather, all gear is included in the tour. If conditions are unsafe to paddle in they aim to notify you as soon as the decision has been made and will try to re-schedule for the soonest opportunity.
- Experienced coach with small group sizes (6:1 ratio of clients to coach)
- Top quality sea kayaks and paddles
- Top quality Bora drysuits
- Neoprene gloves
- Neoprene boots
- Photograph package of your experience
- Warm clothes to be worn under the dry suit: thick socks, thermal bottom top and a thin jumper
- Extra layers if very cold, sunglasses, sunhat and sunscreen (you never know)
- Change of clothes in case you get sweaty or a bit wet
