Hydrospeed
Hydrospeed experience with a guide in Chamonix
Experience the most aquatic all out activities with Evolution 2. Are you looking for the ride of your life? Because these beautiful alpine rivers will turn into exhilarating playgrounds for fun!
Have you been rafting and are looking for the next challenge? Are you ready for an amazing white water experience? Take on the swirling rapids, the beautiful scenery and churning waves of the alpine river with expert supervision and full safety equipment!
Hydrospeeding is body rafting down the rapids. Wearing a full wetsuit, with flippers to propel you along and a foam river sledge that serves as both a rudder and a shield, the idea is to descend the river head first, using the currents.
There are two hydrospeed trips available of varying duration and difficulty:
Passy Discovery - 2hrs on the river & 3hrs total time including briefing & transfer
Suitable for families with kids from 11 years old. 8km of navigation with 6 rapids with views of the Mont-Blanc, it's ideal for a first approach of the white-water rafting.
Chamonix Action - 1hr155min on the river & 2hr30 total time including briefing & transfer
The 6km course in Chamonix is the sportiest on offer - also on the Arve River (same as the Passy), but starting from Chamonix, it's narrower & faster with more rapids! Children have to be 14 years old to take part.
The above activities are restricted to summer months only (usually May to mid-September, weather dependent).
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Where to lunch
Restaurants in Chamonix
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Restaurant Refuge de la Flégère (winter only)
Located in Chamonix
A lovely restaurant located in the Chamonix valley, the Refuge de la Flégère is a true haven for culinary delights in the heart of the mountains.
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Le Mayen Restaurant
Located in Chamonix
Situated in La Folie Douce Hotel, it's the perfect place for traditional alpine cuisine with a modern twist.
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Pointe Isabelle Bar and Bistro Restaurant
Located in Chamonix
This tastefully refurbished restaurant and bar are right in the heart of Chamonix on the popular Avenue Michel Croz, close to the train station.
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Stories & Beer
Located in Chamonix
Stories is a local craft beer bar and taco restaurant in Chamonix. Enjoy a slice of Mexico in France.
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Bighorn Bistro Restaurant
Located in Chamonix
Bighorn Bistro in Chamonix Sud is known for its homemade American-style comfort food, from stacked burgers to freshly baked desserts. You can pair your meal with a craft beer or one of their creative cocktails. With friendly service and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s a favourite with both locals and visitors.
What to do
Things To Do in Chamonix
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Snowshoe Day Hikes in Chamonix
Located in Chamonix
Suitable for all abilities and tailored to your group. A perfect way to experience the mountains.
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Chamonix Holiday Planning & Travel Scout - Teresa Kaufman
Your holiday time in the Chamonix valley is valuable. Every day counts. Every moment should be a special one.
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Canyoning
Located in Chamonix
An exhillerating mountain water experience travelling down rivers or streams within a canyon by a variety of means including walking, scrambling, climbing, abseiling and swimming.
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Guided Hiking Day Trip
Located in Chamonix
Cloud 9 Adventure is a small independent adventure travel company that organises guided trips for hiking and trekking. Suitable for all abilities and tailored to your group, hiking with a guide is the perfect way to experience the mountains.
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Cinema VOX
Located in Chamonix
Chamonix's own Cinema VOX is situated right in the centre of town, slightly tucked back on the Place Balmat (main square in the centre). There are three recently refurbished screens equipped with digital 3D projectors show the latest French and International films, as well as a number of premieres and specialist mountain-sports films.
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Tandem Paragliding
Located in Chamonix
This company's sole activity is tandem paragliding, so they are 100 % focused on you and your flight. Their fully qualified pilots have vast experience and have done 1,000s of flight in the Chamonix Valley.
Child policy
- Hydro-speeding: 12 years upwards