{"id":127,"date":"2018-03-20T07:47:42","date_gmt":"2018-03-20T06:47:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/descente-en-eaux-vives\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T16:34:03","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T14:34:03","slug":"hydrospeed","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/hydrospeed\/","title":{"rendered":"Hydrospeed in Switzerland"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] <\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 980px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 58px 24px 48px; text-align: center;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 42px; line-height: 1.12; margin: 0 0 28px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 400;\">Hydrospeed and River Stand Up Paddle in Switzerland<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 auto 18px; max-width: 1050px;\">Discover hydrospeed in Switzerland and experience the power of the river from a completely different perspective. Equipped with fins and an individual foam board, you move directly through the rapids under the supervision of a professional guide.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 auto 18px; max-width: 1050px;\">Valrafting offers guided hydrospeed descents on the <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/activite\/hydrospeed-valais\/\">Rh\u00f4ne in Valais<\/a> and on the <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/activite\/hydrospeed-visp\/\">Vispa near Visp and the Matterhorn region<\/a>. These activities are suitable for participants who can swim and want direct contact with white water.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 1050px;\">Groups, schools and companies can also discover the Rh\u00f4ne on a <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/activite\/stand-up-paddle\/\">giant river stand up paddle<\/a>. This collective activity combines coordination, balance, teamwork and an original outdoor adventure in Switzerland.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 24px 32px; text-align: center;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 42px; line-height: 1.12; margin: 0; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 400;\">Our Hydrospeed and River SUP Activities<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\n\n<div id=\"wpv-view-layout-1056\" class=\"js-wpv-view-layout js-wpv-layout-responsive js-wpv-view-layout-1056\" data-viewnumber=\"1056\" data-pagination=\"{&quot;id&quot;:1056,&quot;query&quot;:&quot;normal&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;disabled&quot;,&quot;effect&quot;:&quot;fade&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:500,&quot;speed&quot;:5,&quot;pause_on_hover&quot;:&quot;disabled&quot;,&quot;stop_rollover&quot;:&quot;false&quot;,&quot;cache_pages&quot;:&quot;enabled&quot;,&quot;preload_images&quot;:&quot;enabled&quot;,&quot;preload_pages&quot;:&quot;enabled&quot;,&quot;preload_reach&quot;:1,&quot;spinner&quot;:&quot;builtin&quot;,&quot;spinner_image&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-views\/embedded\/res\/img\/ajax-loader.gif&quot;,&quot;callback_next&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;manage_history&quot;:&quot;enabled&quot;,&quot;has_controls_in_form&quot;:&quot;disabled&quot;,&quot;infinite_tolerance&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;max_pages&quot;:0,&quot;page&quot;:1,&quot;base_permalink&quot;:&quot;\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/127?wpv_view_count=1056&amp;wpv_paged=WPV_PAGE_NUM&quot;,&quot;loop&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;data&quot;:[],&quot;id&quot;:0}}\" data-permalink=\"\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/127?wpv_view_count=1056\">\n\n\t\n\t\n\t<div class=\"clearfix edgtf-full-section-inner\">\n      <div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n        <div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n          <div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"edgtf-linked-boxes edgtf-linked-boxes-col-3\"><div class=\"edgtf-linked-item activity-item\">\n\t<div class=\"edgtf-linked-item-image-holder\"><img width=\"700\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/cover-activity-nageeneauxvive-2.jpg\" class=\"attachment-freestyle_edge_landscape size-freestyle_edge_landscape wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"Hydrospeed en Suisse avec casque jaune dans les rapides\" loading=\"lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/cover-activity-nageeneauxvive-2.jpg 700w, https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/cover-activity-nageeneauxvive-2-300x193.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; 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You can make a reservation by telephone or e-mail.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/hydrospeed\/\" target=\"_self\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-circle-right fa-lg\"><\/i> Buy a voucher<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner \"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_right\">\n\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper vc_box_border_grey\"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/bon-cadeau.gif\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full lazyload\" alt=\"\" width=\"1212\" height=\"723\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1212px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1212\/723;\"><noscript><img src=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/bon-cadeau.gif\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"\" width=\"1212\" height=\"723\"><\/noscript><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_width=&#8221;grid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;regularpadding isobloc&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text] <\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 820px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 50px 24px; text-align: center;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 42px; line-height: 1.12; margin: 0 0 22px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 400;\">ISO 21101 Safety Certification<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 auto 18px;\">Safety, organisation and professional supervision are central to every Valrafting hydrospeed and river activity.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 auto 18px;\">The certified safety management system covers rafting, canyoning, hydrospeed and kayak activities and has been audited according to ISO 21101:2014, ISO 21102:2020 and ISO 21103:2014.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 auto 28px;\">The current certificate is valid from 19 September 2025 to 18 September 2028 and is subject to annual surveillance audits.<\/p>\n<p> <a style=\"height: 46px; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; padding: 0 30px; border: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.28); border-radius: 999px; background: rgba(0,62,92,0.04); color: #003e5c; text-decoration: none; font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.35px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Jmgc_certificat-iso-21101_2025-2028.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View the 2025-2028 Certificate<\/a> <\/div>\n<p> [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;264&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;right&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/valrafting.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Jmgc_certificat-iso-21101_2025-2028.pdf&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div data-edgtf_header_style=\"edgtf-light-header\" class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid edgtf-section bluebloc reservationbloc vc_custom_1521614953624 edgtf-content-aligment-center\" style=\"\"><div class=\"clearfix edgtf-full-section-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner \"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n        <span class=\"edgtf-section-subtitle \" style=\"text-align:center; color:#ffffff\">\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h2>Book online<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_empty_space\" style=\"height: 24px\"><span class=\"vc_empty_space_inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid edgtf-section edgtf-content-aligment-left\" style=\"\"><div class=\"edgtf-full-section-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner \"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner \"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.valrafting.com\/en\/hydrospeed\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"edgtf-btn edgtf-btn-huge-full-width edgtf-btn-solid edgtf-btn-icon orangebtn\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"edgtf-btn-text\">Book now<\/span>\n\t    \t\t<span class=\"edgtf-btn-icon-holder\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"edgtf-icon-font-awesome fa fa-chevron-circle-right \"><\/i>\t\t<\/span>\n\t<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner \"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.valrafting.com\/en\/request-a-quote\" target=\"_self\" class=\"edgtf-btn edgtf-btn-huge-full-width edgtf-btn-solid edgtf-btn-icon whitebtn\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"edgtf-btn-text\">Request a quote<\/span>\n\t    \t\t<span class=\"edgtf-btn-icon-holder\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"edgtf-icon-font-awesome fa fa-chevron-circle-right \"><\/i>\t\t<\/span>\n\t<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-3\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner \"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text] <\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 980px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 70px 24px 80px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 42px; line-height: 1.12; margin: 0 0 42px; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions About Hydrospeed in Switzerland<\/h2>\n<div style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">What is hydrospeed?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">Hydrospeed, also known as riverboarding or white water swimming, is an activity in which each participant moves through the rapids using fins and an individual foam board. A professional guide accompanies the group and provides the necessary safety instructions.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">Where can I do hydrospeed in Switzerland with Valrafting?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">Valrafting offers <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/activite\/hydrospeed-valais\/\">hydrospeed on the Rh\u00f4ne in Valais<\/a> and <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/activite\/hydrospeed-visp\/\">hydrospeed on the Vispa near Visp<\/a>. Availability depends on the season, river conditions and organisation of the activity.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">Is hydrospeed suitable for beginners?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">Yes, selected hydrospeed routes are suitable for beginners who are comfortable in the water and able to swim. The guide explains how to use the board and fins, how to position yourself in the current and how to react in the rapids.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">Do I need to be able to swim for hydrospeed?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">Yes, participants must be able to swim and should be in suitable physical condition. Hydrospeed involves direct contact with the river, active kicking with fins and movement through white water. The exact age and participation requirements are shown on each activity page.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">What equipment is provided for hydrospeed?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">The technical equipment required for the activity is provided. Depending on the selected route, this includes a hydrospeed board, fins, wetsuit, neoprene boots, helmet and personal flotation equipment. Participants should bring a swimsuit, towel and the personal items indicated in the booking confirmation.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">What is the difference between hydrospeed and rafting?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">During <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/rafting\/\">rafting<\/a>, participants navigate the river together in an inflatable boat. During hydrospeed, each participant is directly in the water with an individual board and fins. Hydrospeed therefore offers closer contact with the current and a more individual white water experience.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">What is river stand up paddle?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">River stand up paddle is a collective activity performed on a large board designed for several participants. The group must coordinate its movements while navigating the current under the supervision of a guide. Discover the <a style=\"color: #003e5c; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/valrafting.com\/en\/activite\/stand-up-paddle\/\">river stand up paddle activity<\/a> offered by Valrafting.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,62,92,0.16);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #003e5c; font-family: 'Fjalla One',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.25; margin: 0 0 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; font-weight: 400;\">Can companies, schools and private groups book these activities?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #6f7d86; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0;\">Yes, hydrospeed and river stand up paddle activities can be organised for companies, schools, associations, groups of friends and private events, depending on the participants and the selected route. 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