Top Interlaken Outdoor Activities

Some think that paragliding in the Swiss Alps is only for adventure sports professionals. Yet, this beginner paragliding experience from Mürren offers a fun way for first-timers to float over the mountains, flying in tandem with an experienced pilot. With your pilot taking the lead, your only task is to enjoy the ride, soaking up views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks, and the Lauterbrunnen Valley below.

Take in the epic landscape of Lake Brienz from its famously turquoise waters. This jetboat tour sets off from Bönigen, where you’ll receive high-quality waterproof gear and a briefing before a scenic and informative cruise featuring thrilling speed, spins, and splashes. After returning to port, get advice about the region and other local activities, and download your free photo to commemorate the day.

This canyoning experience in the Swiss Alps introduces beginners to the sport near Interlaken. You’ll start with an abseil 33 feet (10 meters) into a local canyon, plunge down natural slides, and float downstream. Then a short drive takes you beneath the soaring peaks of the Jungfrau, Mönch, and Eiger mountains to your destination. Wetsuit, safety gear, a hot drink, and showers are provided on this small-group tour.

Reaching Jungfrau’s Top of Europe with public transportation from Interlaken can be frustrating and time-consuming. However, this day trip offers seamless round-trip transportation and logistics, leaving you free to focus on the alpine scenery instead. Tickets for the Eiger Express from Grindelwald and the Jungfrau Pass cogwheel train to the Top of Europe are included, along with ample time to enjoy the summit views and attractions.

Check out Switzerland’s alpine scenery the way the locals do—on the back of a bike, which gives you plenty of chances to soak up the views up close and at your speed on this relaxed, small-group tour. Stay safe under the watchful eye of your guide as you pedal through villages, around alpine lakes, rivers, and more.

Visit Lake Thun and Lake Brienz on this hop-on hop-off day cruise from Interlaken. Simply choose your preferred date, then take a cruise to discover the lake’s sights at your own pace. Perhaps check out the castles around the lake or simply sit back and soak in the views of the Bernese Oberland mountains. How you spend your day is up to you.

3 activities in 1! It all starts with a 15-20 minute scenic flight over the Swiss Alps. As the aircraft climbs to altitude you will have beautiful views of Interlaken’s two lakes and local mountain peaks, including the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The flight is followed by the thrill of a 45-second freefall with one of your experienced instructors. Experience an adrenaline rush like never before as you freefall at 200kph (120mph). Your heart rate settles with a tranquil and scenic 5 minute parachute flight to conclude your bucket list adventure.

Travel high into the Swiss Alps after meeting your guide at the winter base. Then, hop on your sled and enjoy the ride! Follow the trail as you speed down through the forest, across alpine meadows and past beautiful frozen waterfalls. Stop your run near a small local restaurant, and upgrade to finish with a traditional Swiss cheese fondue.

This fun kayak experience on Lake Brienz is all about enjoying the water without the pressure of a long journey. Using stable sit-on-top kayaks, paddle along the picturesque shoreline while splashing around and playing games. Perfect for beginners and families, this 90-minute adventure includes an hour on the water, where you can take memorable photos captured by your guide. Non-swimmers are welcome, making it an ideal choice for everyone looking for a light-hearted day on the lake.

Ride around the countryside that surrounds Interlaken without any effort, taking this electric bike tour. With a motor that kicks in when you need extra help, the e-bike offers a relaxing way to make the most of the great outdoors. You’ll ride in a group of no more than 10 cyclists, on a route around Interlaken, Unterseen, and Wilderswil that checks off rivers, lakes, woodland, and castle ruins.

Prepare to get soaked as you navigate down the Lütschine River through class III-IV rapids. This half-day white-water rafting trip takes you on an exhilarating ride through the Interlaken valley before you float along tranquil Alpine waters to Lake Brienz. Refresh with a quick swim followed by a hot shower and coffee or beer at base camp.

Make the most of Switzerland’s great outdoors and enjoy high-altitude adventure in the Alps with this independent high ropes activity experience at the Seilpark in Interlaken. Listen as your guide explains the course’s safety features, then explore the forest’s leafy canopy at your leisure. Test your nerve over nine different courses suited to a wide range of ages. Get your heart pumping on rope swings set 66 feet (20 meters) above the ground, and take as long as you like testing your wits on over 100 challenges throughout the park.

Combine your love of thrill-seeking with incomparable views of the Swiss scenery with the help of a licensed tandem flight guide on this paragliding adventure. Take flight after a scenic cable car ride and a quick hike to the summit before you take off and soar over the valley with a camera in hand to capture the memories.

Enjoy a wet and wild, family-friendly adventure in the heart of the Swiss Alps on this white-water rafting trip from Interlaken. Listen as your guide explains the safety procedures to follow, then hop into your raft and take to the water. Paddle together, feel the current, and jump into the water on the Lutschine River, which offers gentle waves and a safe route. Then, float gently out onto serene Lake Brienz and finish your outdoor adventure with a relaxing swim.

Exploring as much of the Swiss Alps as possible is a must for tourists close to the area, but it can be hard to know where to start and what to make sure you put in your itinerary. Leave that up to a professional with this small-group tour, and learn more about local heritage, nature, and culture from your guide than you ever would on your own.

Discover the hidden side of Lauterbrunnen Valley on our unforgettable Lauterbrunnen E-bike Tour beyond the famous 72 waterfalls. Ride along the glacial waters of the Weisse Lütschine River beneath towering alpine cliffs and 4000-meter peaks, through peaceful mountain landscapes, traditional Swiss farms and hidden valleys far from the crowds. From the iconic Trümmelbach Falls to authentic Swiss cheese tasting in the remote alpine valley of Trachsellaunen, this journey reveals the true heart of the Swiss Alps.

Discover the stunning landscapes of Switzerland with a tandem paragliding flight in Interlaken, where adventure meets breathtaking views. With a professional pilot from AlpinAir, launch from the mountain in Beatenberg and glide down to the picturesque town of Interlaken. This unforgettable experience includes a comprehensive safety briefing during a scenic drive, followed by an exhilarating 10-20 minutes of airtime with a view on both lakes Thun and Brienz, mountains and Swiss towns. Perfect for adventurers, family and more (accessible for children aged 5+), this flight offers an exclusive chance to embrace the Swiss Alps like never before.

Surrounded by dense pine forests, soaring Alpine peaks, and spectacular countryside scenery, Lake Brienz offers a world of outdoor adventure on Interlaken’s doorstep. On this tour, take to the calm waters by kayak with your guide, and see the best of Lake Brienz in style. Paddle through the clear mountain waters to the 12th-century citadel of Ringgenberg Castle and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour—limited to six people.

Book in advance to visit Schynige Platte by vintage cogwheel train. While the mountain ridge is spectacular, the journey to get there is the main draw and this option makes it easy for you. With your prebooked ticket, you’ll board the historic train at Wilderswil at a convenient time for you, then relax as the train climbs through the rugged landscapes of the Bernese Alps. Hike, soak up the views, and try Swiss specialities at the summit level restaurant before your descent.

Soak up the scenery of the Swiss Alps on this e-bike tour of Lauterbrunnen Valley. Aided by a motor-powered electric bike, pedal your way through the ‘Valley of the 72 waterfalls’, passing tranquil forest trails, sweeping gorges and traditional alpine villages. Stop along the way to admire the glacial waters of Luetschine River, walk behind Staubbach waterfall and marvel at the mighty Trümmelbach falls, then finish your adventure with a delicious picnic lunch of Swiss specialties.

Rather than slow and arduous trekking on foot, see more and get around way faster on the back of an electric bike on this small-group Interlaken tour. See ruins, villages, and secret paths through the forests and farmlands that lots of tourists miss on their Swiss vacations. There are also plenty of stops to let you better soak up the sights on the journey.

Discover the Swiss Alps aboard a hop-on hop-off panoramic bus, featuring oversized windows for unforgettable mountain views. Travel in comfort through Switzerland’s most scenic regions while your guide shares stories, highlights, and insider tips along the way. Hop on in Zurich, Lucerne, or Interlaken and enjoy a journey through lakeside landscapes, alpine valleys, and dramatic mountain scenery toward the Bernese Oberland. Begin in the enchanting Grindelwald, a classic Swiss village at the foot of the Eiger North Face, surrounded by glaciers, meadows, and towering peaks. Continue to the Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its cliffs and waterfalls. Next, visit Interlaken, nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and framed by the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks, offering stunning views and a lively alpine feel. This flexible panoramic journey is ideal for travelers seeking freedom, comfort, and breathtaking alpine scenery.

Explore the majesty of the Swiss Alps in style on this 6-hour snowshoe and sled adventure from Interlaken. Travel by gondola to the mountain hamlet of Sulwald with a guide and admire stunning views over the Grindlewald Valley. Stomp through the snow-covered forests beneath the soaring peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains, and enjoy outdoor adventure in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Following a mulled wine and traditional Swiss cheese fondue lunch, climb into your sled and zoom along mountain trails to Isenfluh then return to Interlaken.