Packraft Oetz
Real Whitewater

No Mass Rafting. Your Own Boat.

Forget overcrowded rafting boats with 12 strangers. With packrafting, you paddle your own boat down the Ötztaler Ache. Small groups, real adventure.

Whitewater Packraft Tour
3 Hours
🛶Solo Adventure

Whitewater Packraft Tour

Paddle your own kayak through the Ötztaler Ache — guided by pros, in small groups.

95per person
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Tandem Packraft Trip
3 Hours
👥Tandem Experience

Tandem Packraft Trip

Ride tandem with a kayak pro through the rapids — the ultimate adrenaline rush!

250per person
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Packrafting & KayakClass II–IV
SeasonJune – September
Experience10+ Years
Guidance1:4 Ratio
Reviews

What our guests say

Stunning scenery in the Ötztal that you can admire from the tour. Thanks to the team!

Google

Absolutely one of the best experiences ever! Our instructor Bernie was fantastic — super friendly, professional, and made everything feel easy. 100% recommend!!!

Google

Was a great experience! Bernie is an amazing guide with lots of experience. Highly recommended for beginners and advanced alike!

Google

Do yourselves a favor and do not pass an opportunity to experience what S2S has to offer — exceptionally professional and friendly team!

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Why Packrafting?

Packrafting vs. Mass Rafting

With traditional rafting, you sit with 12 strangers in a bus-boat. With packrafting, you paddle your own boat — same river, completely different experience.

Rafting
Packrafting
Boat
8–12 people per boat
Your own boat
Experience
Guide paddles, you sit
You paddle, guide coaches
Group Size
Large groups, every 30 min
Max. 4 guests per guide
Closeness
High above the water
Right on the water
Feeling
Tourism conveyor belt
Real adventure
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Location

Our Location

Right at the Acherkogelbahn car park, starting point for the Ötztal and Imster Schlucht.

Our Base

Common Questions

Do I need experience?+

No! Our guides give you a full briefing. The tandem tour is perfect for complete beginners — your guide paddles with you.

What should I bring?+

Just swimwear, a towel and sunscreen. We provide wetsuit, helmet, life jacket, paddle and boat.

Can I cancel for free?+

Yes — free cancellation up to 48 hours before your tour. Full refund, no questions asked.

Is packrafting safe?+

Yes. All guides are certified whitewater rescue swimmers. Packrafts are extremely beginner-friendly and forgiving on the water. Life jacket and helmet are mandatory.

What's the minimum age?+

Whitewater tour from 14 years, tandem trip from 12 years (with an adult). Swimming ability required.

What happens in bad weather?+

We run in almost all weather — packrafting in the rain is an experience! Only thunder/lightning or dangerous high water triggers a reschedule.

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Get in touch — we'll plan your packrafting experience in the Ötztal.

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