from 220 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier
Sport & wellness resort | St. Martin in Passeiertal
from 480 €
Naturhotel Waldheim
Active hotel | Altrei in Southern South Tyrol
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from 163 €
Viktoria Alpine Spa Resort
Wellnesshotel | Hafling near Meran
from 104 €
Hotel Vilpianerhof
Active hotel | Terlan in Southern South Tyrol
from 125 €
Hotel Waldhof
Vitalpina Hotel | Rablà near Meran
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from 65 €
Landhaus Fux
Residence | Schlanders in the Vinschgau
from 141 €
Vitalpina Hotel Schulerhof
Active hotel | Plaus near Meran
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from 144 €
Hotel Sand
Hiking - biking hotel | Kastelbell-Tschars
from 230 €
Alpenpalace Spa Retreat
Exclusive well-being oasis | St. Johann in Tauferer Ahrntal
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from 114 €
Green Lake Hotel Weiher
Pleasure & well-being | Issing at Mt. Kronplatz
from 70 €
Alpwellhotel Burggräfler
Wellness hotel | Tisens near Meran
from 190 €
WINKLER 5-Star Design Hotel
Design hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
from 166 €
MIRABELL DOLOMITES HOTEL
Luxury . Ayurveda & SPA | Olang at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 90 €
Hotel Saltauserhof
Wellness hotel | St. Martin in Passeier
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from 122 €
Majestic – Unique Spa Resort
Wellness hotel | Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz

Rafting, kayaking & co.

If you love adventure and aren’t afraid of water: The big and small rivers in South Tyrol offer many possibilities for action-packed rafting tours, kayaking and canoeing.

White water does not necessarily mean unleashed and terrifying force of nature. Nevertheless fun, action and thrill for the whole family don’t miss out, nor the wild romantic experience of nature.

In the last years, several rafting clubs and kayak schools have established in South Tyrol, because the local rivers are optimally suitable for the wet pleasure. Moreover, you can find tours for every taste, from unhurried streams for inexperienced seaman to thunderous rivers with cascades that are recommendable only for expert paddlers. The question is, what afloat vehicle you choose for the white water adventure.

Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ

Rich programme with various outdoor activities

Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ

Rich programme with various outdoor activities

Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ

Rich programme with various outdoor activities

Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ

Rich programme with various outdoor activities

Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ

Rich programme with various outdoor activities

Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ
Rafting Club Activ

Rich programme with various outdoor activities

Rafting Club Activ

Rafting

Those who would like to run with a robust rubber boat on rolling rivers with waterfalls and rapids need a little bit of sands. But don’t worry, if you go rafting you are not alone, but bear the challenge together with up to twelve other venturous ones, all equipped with life vest and paddle.

Ahr river and Etsch river have particularly quiet sections: Here, families are offered tours for kids from four or five years. As well, rafting tours on Rienz river and Passer river are offered for kids from seven or ten years. Before the adventure starts, a professional and thoroughly introduction is more than important for children as well as for adults.

Kreativ Rafting and Kajak
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak

Rafting, kayaking or canoeing in South Tyrol there are many rivers that offer many exciting adventures for lovers of water.

Kreativraft / Rafting Pustertal
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak

Rafting, kayaking or canoeing in South Tyrol there are many rivers that offer many exciting adventures for lovers of water.

Kreativraft / Rafting Pustertal
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak

Rafting, kayaking or canoeing in South Tyrol there are many rivers that offer many exciting adventures for lovers of water.

Kreativraft / Rafting Pustertal
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak
Kreativ Rafting and Kajak

Rafting, kayaking or canoeing in South Tyrol there are many rivers that offer many exciting adventures for lovers of water.

Kreativraft / Rafting Pustertal

Canoe & kayak

Canoe in general means all pieces of water sports equipment that are navigated with a paddle in direction of motion. One of the most common types is the open Canadian canoe coming from North America, suitable for several people.

Another popular kind of boat is the kayak for one or two occupants. It is quite shorter, very versatile and its entry area is closed. Originally, kayaks come from the Antarctic, where the Inuit used them to go hunting.

In the past kayaks were made of wood and bones, today the colourful sport boats mainly consist of different plastic materials. An important element is the Eskimo or Kayak roll. With this technique, kayakers are able to turn round a capsized boat by means of the paddle and a skilful movement.

In South Tyrol, for instance, the main rivers of Pustertal and Eisacktal - Rienz and Eisack - are recommended for rafting and kayaking tours. In addition, there are many smaller, but not less lively streams such as the Ahr in Tauferer Ahrntal.

If you haven’t yet any experience on water, you should contact a professional guide or specialized school, in order to ensure fun and safety. Our tip: KreativRaft in Bruneck or Rafting Club Activ in Sand in Taufers.

Current holiday offers

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Die Waldruhe

Alpine wellness, unspoilt nature, and outdoor adventures – your sustainable retreat in Val Pusteria/Pustertal for an incredible summer escape!

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SOLVIE Calm Inspiring Getaway

An inspiring panoramic getaway for lovers of peace.

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Hotel Tirolerhof

Welcome to Tirolerhof. The perfect place for your active holidays – hiking, cycling and relaxing. Directly at Mt. Kronplatz in Gsies Valley.

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LANERHOF Relax & Active Retreat

Relaxing spa retreats, exquisite cuisine, and guided adventures in nature.

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Other sports

Selected accommodations in South Tyrol

Weingarten - Rooms & Breakfast - Terlan in Southern South Tyrol

Charming rooms in a quiet position between Bozen and Meran, sunbathing lawn with outdoor pool & countless activities in the surrounding area.

from 60 € per day
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Garni Sunnhofer - Terlan in Southern South Tyrol

Garni Sunnhofer

Terlan in Southern South Tyrol
4.6 Excellent
17 Recommendations

New and recently refurbished rooms in very good position, with heated outdoor pool and sunbathing lawn, directly at the cycle path in the wine village Terlan.

from 43 € per day
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Pension Pernthaler - Schlanders in Vinschgau

Pension Pernthaler

Schlanders in Vinschgau
4.6 Excellent
51 Recommendations
  • Small & cosy
  • With garden & terrace
  • Breakfast buffet
  • 3-course menu in the evening in summer
  • Numerous leisure activities
from 58 € per day
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Boutique Hotel Pachers - Neustift in Eisacktal

Boutique Hotel Pachers

Neustift in Eisacktal
4.7 Excellent
3 Recommendations
  • Panoramic location amidst vineyards
  • Exclusive wellness with Self-Spa
  • Typical South Tyrolean gourmet cuisine
  • Cosy, family atmosphere
  • Elegant, modern rooms
from 154 € per day
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