RAFTING, CANYONING & KAJAK: OUTDOOR SPORT IN OSTTIROL
A land of plenty for heroes and those who want to become one
Fun & action for outdoor fans
Situated in the heart of Hohe Tauern National Park, AlpenParks Montana Matrei is the ideal starting point for eventful hours in the fascinating East Tyrolean mountains. The choice of outdoor sports is particularly wide here and thus not only suited for versatile athletes, active families and nature enthusiasts. Companies, clubs and groups, too, cherish Matrei in East Tyrol as the perfect destination for teambuilding events and incentives.
Canyoning: the adventure for the brave
Canyoning, travelling through a canyon from top to bottom, creates an adrenaline rush of superlatives. You need to climb, jump, slide, swim and sometimes even dive to conquer the bizarre rock walls, most of which are pervaded by roaring waterfalls.
No need to be afraid, though – an experienced and certified canyoning guide monitors every single step and gives you the right tips and instructions to safely accompany you on this adventure.
Various tours await adventurous outdoor athletes in East Tyrol. The beginner routes can basically be managed without any previous knowledge, though physical fitness and surefootedness are required. For more demanding tours, however, you will need canyoning experience. The equipment with rope and carabiner can be rented.
Rafting: amour fou with the rugged river Isel
The river Isel in East Tyrol has the reputation of being one of the best rafting routes in Central Europe. It should come as no surprise that it’s pretty busy here in summer. Immerse yourself in this high-speed adventure safely equipped with wetsuit, life jacket and helmet – surprises and highlights included!
Our rafting tip:
Experience a varied ride with a speedy current and high waves during a white water trip for beginners from Adventurepark East Tyrol to Lienz. The quieter parts of the river offer enough time for a short rest. You should absolutely dare to jump into the cool water as white water swimming raises the fun level even more. Rafting on the beginner route is suitable from age 6.
Length: 10 kilometres
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Peculiarities: equipment, guide and photo service included
Conquering East Tyrol´s roaring rivers by kayak
East Tyrol is certainly no longer an insiders’ tip among kayak and canoe athletes. The glacier-fed rivers have sufficient water even in the dry summer months and the various difficulty levels create the best conditions for both beginners and pros. Beginners can have the required skills taught in the one of the many kayak schools and can soon dare to venture on a romantic river hike. More experienced athletes have several tours with particularly spectacular stages at their disposal.
Feel like some action in East Tyrol?
Action meets relaxation at AlpenParks Montana Matrei. After an exciting day on the water your comfortable double room or studio invites you to unwind and relax. Perfect for regaining your strength for another eventful day in East Tyrol.