Hello Adventurers!

Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with thrill and excitement as we journey to the stunning landscapes of Interlaken for an exciting day of hiking, picnicking, swimming, and, of course, rafting! ‘The mighty Lütschine offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the Swiss Alps.’ This event is tailored for our amazing interns, offering a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Join us for a memorable experience in the heart of Switzerland’s natural beauty!

Program

11:40 – Meet-up at the Rafting Meeting Point:
Gather at Interlaken Ost Train Station (in front of the big Coop across the station), where our adventure begins. Look out for your fellow interns and organizers—we’ll be easy to spot with our excitement levels through the roof!

11:45 Sharp – Pick up:
Our guides will come and pick us up from the meeting point and take us to the adventure of the day.

12:00 – 16:00 – Rafting Adventure:
Meet up with our expert rafting guides who will provide a briefing on safety and rafting techniques. It’s time to gear up and get ready for the highlight of our day!

Brace yourselves for an exhilarating rafting experience down the thrilling rapids of Interlaken! Feel the adrenaline rush as we navigate through the winding waters, surrounded by stunning mountain vistas. This unforgettable rafting trip is sure to be the highlight of your summer!

The basic itinerary is as follows: Meet the guides at the rafting base in Interlaken 5 minutes before trip time followed by a first briefing, Change into rafting gear, Drive to the rafting start location; Receive instructions, training, comprehensive safety talk; Raft a couple of hours to Lake Brienz, 10 minute drive back to the base, Enjoy a free drink.

16:30 – 19:00 PM – Walk through the city, Picnic Late Lunch and Lake Fun:
After our hike, we’ll head down to the beautiful lakes of Interlaken for a relaxing picnic lunch. Everyone can enjoy pizza/their packed lunch while soaking up the sun and hanging out together. Feel free to bring along your favorite park games to add to the fun! Don’t forget your swimsuit, as a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear freshwater is a must.

From 19:00 PM – Open End

Participation Fees

CHF 105 for IAESTE members. A surcharge of CHF 35 for non-IAESTE participants.

What’s Included:

Rafting reservation: All necessary rafting equipment, Professional guides, A free drink after the trip, Pick up/drop off service from the meeting point, Changing rooms and showers
Pizza after rafting

What’s Not Included:

Train tickets to and from Interlaken
Lunch (in case you don’t want pizza)
Other travel that may be needed e.g. buses etc.

How to pay:

Bank transfer must reach organiser’s bank account by Thursday 14.08.2025 16:00! The account details will be sent to the email you register with. Alternatively, you may contact organisers on WhatsApp for the faster processing. Your place will no longer be reserved if you do not pay on time, as we have to confirm reservations and make advance payment. Please also write your name and “Rafting25” in the open comment section of the bank transfer.

We appreciate the cost may appear high for most, but we have managed to get the price relatively low for such activities (group discounts, LC budget, etc.), so we really hope you are able to take part in this awesome, adventurous day with us – it is worth it and cheaper than you would be able to do by yourself in Interlaken!

Registration

To be able to register for this event, the following must be true from the rafting company:

Maximum weight 125kg
Participants must be strong, confident swimmers
Good health is required to participate (i.e. basic fitness with no inhibiting physical or medical conditions)

The online registration via a Google Form is available via the following link:

https://forms.gle/uK5k8CpsAZSaRCGX6

Registration closes on Thursday 14th August 2025 at 12:00.

The maximum number of participants allowed for this event is 13 and the registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. We reserve the right to prioritise IAESTE affiliates during the first 48 hours of registration. If your registration is not among the first 13, it will be put on the waiting list. By signing up for the event you’re accepting that there is no liability from neither the organisers nor IAESTE as an organisation in case of any direct or indirect loss, damage or injury. We will send confirmation emails out to those who have made a successful registration, and notify those who may be on the waiting list.

Cancellation Policy

There is a 100 % cancellation fee due to the nature of the event and timing. Of course, if you find a direct replacement or have an exceptional circumstance with proof (e.g. list from the doctor), then we will take these into consideration and you would not have to pay a cancellation fee.

Important

Rafting is an adventure sport.
Important!!! You must be able to swim and be in normal health condition. Non-swimmers are not allowed to participate in the rafting. Alcohol before and during the rafting is strictly forbidden. Before the raft, you get introduced to the techniques of controlling the boat, and each boat is led by an experienced rafter. A neoprene wetsuit, a helmet, neoprene shoes, and a life jacket protect you. If you wear glasses, we recommend you to fix them with a rubber band as they can easily fall off.
Insurance: IAESTE Switzerland is not responsible for any damage or accident! IAESTE Switzerland and IAESTE Local Committees Zurich, Basel, Bern, and Lausanne do not provide any kind of insurance coverage for river rafting on Saturday and for hiking on Sunday. Participating on the weekend means participating at one’s own risk. Make sure that you are well insured (medical, accidental & liability insurance!)

Contact

If you have any individual or personal questions or need to contact us about the event, before, during and/or after registration, you can contact the organisers via WhatsApp.

Alternatively, you may send an email to golfday@iaeste.ch (yes, it is not a mistake).

A WhatsApp group chat will also be set up for registered participants for asking general questions, asking for advice about skiing and gear in general, as well as getting in touch with your fellow event participants to coordinate for the weekend!

We will send major updates via email to those who are registered.

See you on August 17th for an epic day in the Interlaken!