Whitewater rafting, near Morzine
One to two hour whitewater rafting on a running river from Thonon les Bains
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
Enjoy exhilarating rapids as you twist and turn down the river. Rafting is with expert supervision and full safety equipment.
You'll need to bring a swimsuit, shoes and towel.
Meeting at Thonon les Bains, choose from the Discovery, Rodeo, or Longo courses.
Discovery - (One hour on the water) This takes place on the lower part of the river and is ideal if this is your first time at rafting. You will be shown how to swim in the currents to make you aware of the principles of safety in the river. this is accessible to anyone over the age of eight.
Rodeo - (One hour on the water) This is a slightly more challenging course and is for people looking for the sporty aspect of rafting with a six km descent, suitable for those 13 years and above.
Longo - (One and a half hours on the water) This option involves both sections of the river (12km in total) and is suitable for those 13 years and above.
You must be able to swim in order to take part in this activity.
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Where to lunch
Restaurants in Avoriaz
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Les Ancelles Restaurant
Located in Avoriaz
Traditional bar and restaurant accessible on skis in winter or by foot in summer, within close reach of the Cascade des Brochaux.
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Le Fangle mountain restaurant
Located in Avoriaz
During the winter you can take your lunches in the heart of the fabulous skiing area Les Portes Du Soleil because Le Fangle is a mountain restaurant located on the slopes heading down from Avoriaz to Morzine.
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La Folie Douce Bar
Located in Avoriaz
The first Folie Douce opened in 1980 and it quickly became the place to be for après-ski on the slopes. This is thanks to their unique combination of live music, DJs, dancers and performers.
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Mamo's Café Lindarets
Located in Avoriaz - Les Lindarets
Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, this is a beautiful spot to grab some food during a long day in the mountains.
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La Cremaillere Restaurant
Located in Avoriaz - Les Lindarets
Located in the small village of Les Lindarets, specialities at this restaurant include fondue, charcuterie, snails, trout and various snacks.
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Le Refuge des Brochaux Restaurant
Located in Avoriaz
Accessible in summer and winter from the Lindarets plateau, on foot or on skis. This is a popular spot for a sunny lunch on the terrace or a cosy drink inside.
What to do
Things To Do in Avoriaz
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Aquariaz
Located in Avoriaz
Aquariaz is an aquatic paradise set in the heart of Avoriaz offering a huge water park made up of a gentle flowing indoor river, a slidewinder (an aquatic halfpipe), a toddlers paddling pool and water playhouse, a large pool with natural climbing walls.
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Night sledging
Located in Avoriaz
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
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Avoscoot Snowmobiling
Located in Avoriaz
Snowmobiling can be a fun, fast, snowy activity. Starting from Avoriaz resort, outings start from 17.30 to midnight, giving you free range of the snow and the Alps.
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Hydrospeeding
Located in Avoriaz
This is an amazing activity where you can have fun on the river, suitable for good swimmers from 14 years and above.
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Whitewater rafting, near Morzine
Located in Avoriaz
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
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Snowshoeing
Located in Avoriaz
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
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