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3-Day High-Adrenaline Interlaken Loop: Skydiving, Canyoning, Rafting & Alpine Ziplines

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Day 1: Sky-high start

Interlaken, Switzerland on August 25, 2025

6:00am

Skydive Interlaken — check-in (optional / weather-dependent)

Check in early for a tandem skydive with Skydive Interlaken for a sunrise jump over the Alps — operations usually start early and are highly weather-dependent, so book in advance and expect a 1.5–2 hour window for briefing and flight. If weather cancels, operators will usually reschedule or refund.
CHF480, 2h0m

8:30am

Breakfast — Bäckerei / Café near Interlaken Ost

Post-jump (or as an early start) enjoy fresh pastries, strong coffee and a savoury sandwich from a local bakery near Interlaken Ost; most bakeries open from about 07:00–08:00 but check exact hours for your chosen spot.
CHF12, 0h30m

10:00am

Tandem paragliding (plan B or additional flight)

If you skipped skydiving or want a different perspective, a tandem paraglide from Beatenberg/Harder Kulm gives a 20–30 minute glide over lakes and peaks with certified pilots — flights run most days but are weather-dependent; operators typically operate until late afternoon.
CHF180, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch — Husi Bierhaus (Interlaken)

Casual Swiss pub fare with generous portions (rosti, burgers, local beers) close to Interlaken West — open for lunch from around 11:30; good spot to refuel after morning adrenaline.
CHF28, 1h0m

2:30pm

Via ferrata practice / short alpine climb (guided half-day)

Book a short guided via ferrata or introductory alpine climb on a nearby crag to experience protected climbing and exposed ridgelines — guides run half-day sessions and provide gear; sessions normally depart in the morning or early afternoon and are weather-dependent.
CHF120, 3h0m

6:30pm

Dinner — Restaurant Taverne (Hotel Interlaken)

Comforting Swiss and European dishes in a central setting; many restaurants open evenings from 18:00–21:30, so reserve or check seasonal times to secure a table after an action-packed day.
CHF45, 1h30m

8:30pm

Evening recovery stroll or beer garden

Take an easy lakeside walk or relax in a local beer garden to watch the sunset over Lake Thun or Lake Brienz — public spaces are open late but some bars close earlier, so confirm closing times if you plan to drink.
CHF0, 0h45m

Day 2: Gorges & ziplines

Lauterbrunnen / Grindelwald, Switzerland on August 26, 2025

7:15am

Breakfast — Grab-and-go at Interlaken Ost bakery

Quick coffee and a sandwich or pastry to take on the train; many bakeries open from ~07:00 which is perfect before an early adventure transfer into the valleys.
CHF10, 0h20m

8:00am

Train to Lauterbrunnen then transfer to Saxeten or Gimmelwald

Scenic rail ride into Lauterbrunnen (approx 20–30 minutes) then short transfer to your canyoning start point — trains run frequently; arrive early to meet your outdoor operator for gear and briefing.
CHF10, 0h45m

9:30am

Full-day canyoning (Saxeten or neighbouring gorge)

High-adrenaline canyoning with abseils, slides and jumps through steep gorges under expert guides — expect 3.5–5 hours including safety brief and transfer; operators provide wetsuits and helmets and run sessions throughout the day but book in advance.
CHF150, 4h30m

2:30pm

Lunch — Mountain hut / valley tavern (Lauterbrunnen)

A hearty late lunch in the valley (cheese dishes, soups, meat) to warm up after canyoning; valley restaurants typically serve until mid-afternoon but many remain open later—check exact kitchen hours.
CHF25, 1h0m

4:00pm

Grindelwald First — First Flyer, Cliff Walk and Trottibike descent

Take the gondola to First for the high-speed First Flyer zipline, cliff walk and (optional) Trottibike downhill scooter — attractions operate approx 08:30–17:00 in summer; the zipline is thrilling and gives expansive alpine views.
CHF64, 2h0m

6:30pm

Return to Lauterbrunnen — Dinner at Restaurant Staubbach

Dinner beside the Staubbach Falls offering Swiss classics and local specialties; most valley restaurants open evening service from about 18:00–21:00 — book ahead if possible during busy summer weekends.
CHF36, 1h30m

8:30pm

Optional night photography / waterfall walk

Short walk to frame waterfalls or the valley at dusk — accessible any time but bring a headlamp if you wander after dark; check local signs for safe paths.
CHF0, 0h30m

Day 3: River rush & peaks

Brienz / Interlaken, Switzerland on August 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast — Hotel or lakeside café in Interlaken

Fuel up with a substantial breakfast (eggs, muesli, fruit and coffee) before a day of paddling; cafés typically open from around 07:00 and hotels will serve early breakfasts on request if you have an early activity.
CHF15, 0h30m

8:30am

White-water rafting on the Lütschine (Interlaken rafting)

Half-day guided rafting trip on the Lütschine with class II–III rapids — ideal for adrenaline lovers and run most mornings through summer; operators supply wetsuits, helmets and lifejackets and will brief you before launch.
CHF120, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Brasserie / lakeside restaurant in Brienz

Enjoy fresh fish or a mountain-style lunch on the shores of Lake Brienz; many lakeside restaurants serve lunch from 11:30–14:00 but check seasonal hours and aim to reserve if busy.
CHF30, 1h0m

2:00pm

Brienzer Rothorn steam train or Niesen funicular (summit option)

Ride the steam rack railway to Brienzer Rothorn (summer timetable) for panoramic alpine views, or take the Niesen funicular for a dramatic ascent — both are seasonal and have fixed departure times, so check the timetable and book a return slot.
CHF60, 3h0m

5:45pm

Return to Interlaken — quick snack

Grab a light snack or coffee back in Interlaken if you need to top up before dinner; cafés and shops vary hours but many stay open into the early evening.
CHF8, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner — Restaurant VUE (Hotel Victoria-Jungfrau) or local favourite

Finish with a memorable alpine-view dinner or a relaxed meal in town; fine-dining venues open from about 18:00 — reserve ahead for window seats and mention dietary needs.
CHF60, 1h30m

9:00pm

Pack & evening stroll

An easy lakeside or town stroll to decompress and pack for departure — shops and bars have varied closing times, so pick up any last-minute items earlier in the day.
CHF0, 0h30m
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