Top Interlaken Outdoor Activities

Paraglide above the Swiss Alp peaks on a tandem flight with transport from Interlaken. At the launch spot in Beatenberg, listen to a safety talk with a small group of no more than 10 people, and then take off with a guide. Gaze down at Lake Thun and the snowy summits of the Jungfrau as you soar above the alpine landscape; the views are as breathtaking as the flight.

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 peaks and valleys of the Swiss Alps as you enjoy some outdoor adventure on this short snowshoe tour from Interlaken. Strap into your lightweight snowshoes, then head deep into the snowy forest with a guide. You’ll stomp through snow drifts with ease, and admire views over the pristine, white wilderness that surrounds the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains.

Discover the Swiss Alps from a unique perspective on a scenic journey through the mountains aboard a panoramic bus with a glass roof. Your local guide will share fascinating stories, insider tips. Your adventure begins in Grindelwald, a stunning alpine village, surrounded by glaciers, lush green meadows. It offers some of the most iconic scenery in Switzerland. Take some time to explore the village. Continue to Lauterbrunnen, a valley straight out of a postcard and famous for its dramatic cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Known as the “Valley of Waterfalls,” Lauterbrunnen is home to around 72 waterfalls. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploring.

Explore the best of the Swiss Alps and discover top attractions with ease with this 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 8-day Jungfrau region travel pass. Explore by boat, bus, gondola and railway, and enjoy hassle-free travel around Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Kleine Scheidegg, Harder Kulm and the Alps beyond. Follow winding hiking trails beneath the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks, and marvel at the plunging valleys and rolling hillsides of the beautiful the Bernese Oberland. With your travel pass to hand, customize your itinerary and explore at your own pace.

Experience paragliding in Interlaken on a tandem flight over an extraordinary Alpine landscape. Since you'll launch, fly, and touch down with a professional pilot, you don’t need any prior paragliding experience for this flight from Beatenberg to Interlaken. With views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains, you’ll get a unique perspective on the rugged peaks and the snow-fed Thun and Brienz lakes.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this tandem paragliding experience above the mountainous scenery of the Swiss Alps. After taking off from Beatenberg, soar through the air with your pilot behind you. Feeling like a daredevil? Let the pilot try some aerial tricks. Want to focus on the scenery? Just gaze ahead, and take in sights of Lake Thun and the alpine villages below. A full safety briefing is included.

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.

Make the most of your time in Interlaken and skip the hassle of navigating through the city with a guidebook and map on this private walking tour. Follow your guide along the banks of the Aare River and customize the route to take in the attractions that interest you most. Delve into Interlaken’s historic heart in the Höhenmatte, then travel by public bus or cable car to Mt. Harder for beautiful views over the surrounding peaks to Lake Thun.

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.

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 thrills in the alpine wilderness on this express night sled adventure from Interlaken. As darkness falls over the Swiss Alps, you’ll travel to a winter base with a guide to enjoy the ambience of the mountains under starry skies. Hop onto your sled, then pass through snow-covered forests and alpine meadows, admiring natural features such as frozen waterfalls. Just note: This activity is suitable for children aged 10 and above.

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.

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.

- Stunning winter panoramas - Visit a remote Swiss village - Fun for adults and kids - 4.6km sled track

Venture out of Interlaken to discover the natural sights and landmarks that beckon beyond the city. This small-group excursion checks off the St. Beatus Caves, the Sigriswil Suspension Bridge, the town of Thun, and Blausee, as well as an hour-long cruise on Lake Thun. Even better: Numbers are capped to just six people per tour for a more intimate, sociable atmosphere through the day.

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.

Switzerland’s magnificent landscape is dotted with villages, waterfalls, and stunning vistas. Take a moment to explore sites that can’t be reached by car on this small group tour to the village of Lauterbrunnen and the alpine village of Mürren. You’ll visit the Staubbach waterfall at the end of the Lauterbrunnen Valley before walking to Mürren for amazing views of the Jungfrau, Eiger, and Mönch mountains. Spend leisure time in Mürren exploring the village or hiking its trails.

Experience Switzerland uniquely! Glide on Lake Brienz in the afternoon, savoring Swiss chocolate amid stunning Bernese Oberland views. Our guides handle the navigation, letting you enjoy the meal and atmosphere on the raft. It's the perfect blend of scenery and indulgence.

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.

Explore the stunning Swiss Alps on a private and fully customizable tour from Interlaken with a local English driver guide. Discover the breathtaking Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its 72 waterfalls, and the alpine village of Grindelwald with spectacular views of the Eiger north face. Unlike standard group tours, this experience is 100% flexible, allowing you to spend more time where you want and add optional highlights such as Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, Grindelwald First Cliff Walk, or hidden scenic viewpoints in the Jungfrau Region. Perfect for travelers who want a relaxed, personalized Swiss Alps private tour with local insight and unforgettable photo stops. Important: This is a private tours experience with a dedicated local driver-guide in English or Spanish. This is not a guided walking tour.

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.

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.