Interlaken: Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

By Hightide Kayak School GmbH

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Free cancellation available
3h
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Multiple languages

Overview

Marvel at the towering cliffs and be amazed by the natural beauty of the area
Enjoy the picturesque views of Lake Brienz and listen to the calming sound of the lake's waves
Paddle by the stunning 12th-century Ringgenberg Castle, a Swiss heritage site
Drift along River Lütschine on your way to the north shore of Lake Brienz

Activity location

- Interlaken
- Interlaken, Bern, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Am Quai 1, 3806 Bönigen, Switzerland | Find us opposite the Bus Stop Interlaken See at the Hotel Oberländerhof, right by the Lake. By Bus: Ride 10 minutes on Bus 103 from Interlaken Ost to Bönigen See (direction Iseltwald or Bönigen). The bus departs :05 and :35 minutes past the hour. We are located around the corner from the bus stop Bönigen See. By Foot: It’s a beautiful 35 minute walk along the river and the lake to our base. From the train station Interlaken Ost, follow the signs to the boat terminal. Turn right and follow the trail to Bönigen. Cross the river after the Strandbad and walk past the Jetboat base and along the promenade. You will find us at the Hotel Oberländerhof. By Car: Paid parking is available on Parkstrasse.
- Bönigen, Bern, Switzerland

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Interlaken: Kayak Tour of the Turquoise Lake Brienz

3h
English

Our half day tours run regularly throughout the summer months and are suitable for all abilities. Our tours start in Bönigen on Lake Brienz where we travel across the River Lütschine, heading towards the north shore.

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 09:15

Price details

€124.43 x 1 Adult€124.43

Total

What's included, what's not

Experienced coach
Small group sizes with a 6:1 client to coach ratio
Top quality equipment, including neoprenes and jackets if needed
Photo package of your time on the lake

Know before you book

Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Pets
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Set out from our Hightide base in Bönigen and slip onto the turquoise surface of Lake Brienz for a gentle, scenic adventure. This half-day tour runs regularly from May to October and is suitable for all abilities. Your guide begins with simple coaching to help you feel confident and in control, then leads the group at a relaxed pace with frequent pauses to enjoy the view, take a breather, and snap photos. We also capture the moment for you, so you can share your day on the lake with friends and family back home.

From Bönigen you glide across the outlet of the River Lütschine and trace the north shore, where warm, sunbaked cliffs rise above the water. The route reveals secluded beaches and sweeping views of Ringgenberg Castle, a 12th-century landmark that watches over the lake. On clear days the surrounding peaks frame the shoreline like a natural amphitheatre, and the water shimmers with that famous Brienz blue.

Evenings bring a special calm. As the sun dips behind Interlaken the wind eases, reflections lengthen, and the lake feels unhurried. Our evening tour follows the same itinerary as the daytime outing and offers the same light coaching, only with golden hour light and a quieter mood. It is an easy, restorative way to round off the day.

The session lasts about three hours in total, with roughly two hours on the water. Tours are guided in English and German. No prior kayaking experience is required, and the tour is suitable for beginners and non-swimmers alike. Minimum age is 12 years, and the maximum weight is 120 kg, or 265 lbs. As autumn cools the lake in October and November, we provide wetsuits to keep you comfortable.

Lake Brienz is beautiful in all kinds of weather, and we operate in most conditions, including rain and even snow. If a tour cannot go ahead, you can reschedule or receive a full refund.

Highlights and route at a glance: launch in Bönigen, cross the Lütschine outlet, follow the north shore past quiet coves and cliff faces, take in the 12th-century Ringgenberg Castle, and enjoy open vistas towards the surrounding peaks. Depending on conditions and the group, you may also see the mouth of the Aare where the river begins its journey towards the lowlands.

This is not a workout session. It is a guided exploration that puts scenery, safety, and simple skills first. Come as you are, settle into an easy rhythm, and let Lake Brienz do the rest.

Location

Activity location

- Interlaken
- Interlaken, Bern, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Am Quai 1, 3806 Bönigen, Switzerland | Find us opposite the Bus Stop Interlaken See at the Hotel Oberländerhof, right by the Lake. By Bus: Ride 10 minutes on Bus 103 from Interlaken Ost to Bönigen See (direction Iseltwald or Bönigen). The bus departs :05 and :35 minutes past the hour. We are located around the corner from the bus stop Bönigen See. By Foot: It’s a beautiful 35 minute walk along the river and the lake to our base. From the train station Interlaken Ost, follow the signs to the boat terminal. Turn right and follow the trail to Bönigen. Cross the river after the Strandbad and walk past the Jetboat base and along the promenade. You will find us at the Hotel Oberländerhof. By Car: Paid parking is available on Parkstrasse.
- Bönigen, Bern, Switzerland