Top Austrian Alps Extreme Sports - page 2

Immerse yourself in the white water of the Ötztaler Ache! On our whitewater kayak tour you will sit in your own boat, steer yourself and be accompanied by professionals. In small groups of a maximum of five participants : inside per guide, you will experience with us a unique whitewater adventure on one of the most famous wild rivers in the world. In contrast to the usual rafting here, everything is up to you in a whitewater kayak – you set the direction and decide on the line selection and the overall demand of the tour. If you choose the actionline or think kayaking would be easy and you just have to drift down, then adrenaline is guaranteed! If, on the other hand, you maneuver skilfully past obstacles, waves and rollers, you will always have time to perceive the surroundings and nature and discover the Ötztal in a very special way.

Fulfill your dream of flying! You can see a particularly beautiful part of the Tyrolean mountains from above and feel pure adrenaline during the tandem paragliding. Tandem Paragliding is the top experience in the Stubai Valley in Tyrol for those who want to have fun. You're flying with a state-certified pilot. Flight experience since 1989. With us you feel safe as we provide you with carefully tested safety equipment. We have been flying since 1989 and are tandem flight professionals. You will receive your individual flight diploma and a video from us after the fantastic tandem flight. Look forward to this experience because you experience the feeling of freedom and you are in nature. This tandem paragliding experience is sure to stay in your best memories!

Canyoning is the perfect mix of adventure and intense nature experiences. It takes you through breathtaking landscapes that are often difficult to access, combining hiking, swimming, climbing and abseiling. You can test your limits and develop new skills.

30 years of flight experience guarantee maximum safety! You start from the highest mountains in Salzburg! You don't need any prior knowledge to fly a tandem. Normal physical fitness is sufficient as a passenger. Everyone from 6 years or 25 to 130 kilos is suitable. Children under the age of 16 require parental consent. Our oldest passenger is 91 years young! If you have health problems, please clarify participation in a tandem flight with your doctor beforehand and inform us of this in good time. Since you have no connection to the ground when we are in the air, you cannot get dizzy and even the fear of heights is not a problem. In winter, your ski clothing is just right, because flying is just as cold or warm as skiing. Items you take with you, such as cameras, mobile phones and other valuables, as well as your wallet, must be properly stowed away. In the event of loss, we cannot assume any liability for this.

Experience Carinthia and Styria from a bird’s eye view – on an unforgettable sightseeing flight in a motor kite trike. Together with an experienced pilot you will glide gently over dense forests, sparkling lakes and majestic peaks. This adventure delights not only nature lovers, but all those who seek the extraordinary. Take advantage of flexible flight times and capture your impressions in stunning photos and videos.

Paragliding in Werfenweng offers stunning mountain views and very good flying conditions all over the year.

With this tour, your tour guide will pick you up from your Salzburg hotel in a panoramic glass-roof van and whisk you away to Wrfen. Depending on the time of year, visit a medieval fortress, take on an alpine hike, and exploe ice caves. What's more, enjoy personalized attention in a capped-group. Perfect for those looking to do something a little different on their vacation.

As a canyoning beginner you will get all the necessary information before the canyoning tour and we prepare you optimally for the water fun in the canyon. After a first safety briefing at the car park, we will equip you with your personal safety equipment. After a short climb and safety briefings, you will learn to rappel by yourself. Even on our canyoning tours for beginners, the independent rappelling is an important point, as good abseiling skills are the basis for our advanced canyoning tours and gorges in the Allgäu and Bavaria. When we have completed the abseiling exercise, it starts in the water, the experience begins. Jumping, sliding, abseiling, all action follows and yet we enjoy the peace and the wildness of nature.

Experience the thrill of pure tandem kayaking trips through the impressive whitewater landscape of the Ötztaler Ache and Imster Gorge. Accompanied by an experienced kayak professional, you will share the boat and master the exciting rapids up close. With a paddle time of about 90 minutes, you will feel the dynamics of the white water up close while being safely looked after by their team. The day begins at their base in Oetz, where you will receive the appropriate equipment before a shuttle takes you to the boarding point. Let the adrenaline kick begin.

We offer an adventurous day on mountain bikes together with a certified guide who will lead you around the local mountain bike paths and trails, while starting and ending the day in Innsbruck city centre. The day will lead to riding the 3km natural trail that is very flowy and great fun to ride with its banked corners, jumps and root sections. This trail has been designed for riders of all abilities. Snacks and refreshing drinks are included in the tour. There will also be an option to have a stop at the Arzler Alm for lunch to enjoy some of the traditional Austrian treats (not included in the price).

Take a break from the usual sightseeing excursions and embark on an unforgettable adventure with this tandem paragliding trip. Soar over the mountains just outside of Salzburg and take in birds' eye views of the Hochkönig, the Dachstein, and the Tennengebirge.

We have been organizing Via Ferrata courses, climbing courses, and alpine climbing courses in Tyrol since 2009. With patience and experience we offer you a sustainable positive experience in the mountains.

We offer bike tours around the Salzburg with a Guide. You can also book rental-bikes only. Discover what Salzburg has to offer - from Sound of Music locations that only the locals know about - far away from touristic hot spots - to the lush countryside around Salzburg

Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, the pretty lakeside village of Hallstatt is an Austrian don’t-miss. Skip the self-drive hassles and soak up sights including Lake Wolfgang and Bad Ischl as you travel through the mountains with your private driver/guide on this door-to-door tour. Then learn about Hallstatt’s unique Celtic culture and the salt mines that fueled it, and tour the historic village.

After pickup from your hotel, set off with your private guide to see the best and lesser-known attractions of Salzburg. A special lunch is included with a behind the scenes look at preparation. Stretch your legs as you tour the city center and then do some independent exploring. Then, relax as your private driver transports you past the city’s sights, including the Palace of Leopoldskron, and into the Lake district.

Adventurous travelers will love getting out of Salzburg city for the day and exploring the beautiful gorges of the region. You don’t need to have any experience canyoning as your guides will show you what to do. Jump, abseil, slide, and swim through the canyons, admiring the natural rock and river formations along the way. A fun activity to enjoy with friends or your family.

We take you to the RIGHT Christmas markets – the ones actually open on your tour date, including hidden local favorites tourists never find. Skip the logistics headaches (confusing schedules, parking nightmares, mountain driving) and travel in comfort with an insider guide who knows which stall serves the best Glühwein. See 4-6 spectacular markets from UNESCO World Heritage Salzburg to the floating Peace Light on Lake Wolfgang. Flexible itinerary, authentic experiences, unforgettable scenery – this is Austrian Christmas done right.

The classic for all canyoning fans! The Strubklamm is one of the largest and longest canyons in Austria. With 17 jumps and long swimming passages you can put yourself to the test. What is special about this gorge is its sometimes extreme narrowness - in some passages with a width of 1 m, only sparse light penetrates to us through the almost 200 m high rock walls, while in other places the sun is reflected in the crystal clear water.

Step into the shoes of the Von Trapp family on a Sound of Music tour of Salzburg. With your own private guide, you'll check out the major filming locations of the beloved 1965 musical film. Visit sites in Salzburg, stop for photos at two palaces, then cross the border to see either the location of the film's opening scene or the meadow where Do-Re-Mi was sung. Later, you'll travel through the scenic Salzkammergut lake region and the village of Mondsee. If you want to include lunch in a mountain restaurant, upgrade online when you book.

Fall in love with Salzburg all over again on this intimate couples-only journey. Sip champagne while cruising past alpine lakes, steal kisses in Mozart's baroque gardens, and watch the sunset paint the fortress golden. From horse-drawn carriages to candlelit castle dinners. pure magic awaits.

*Note: Elizabeth is only available from May to November 1, 2025, and then again next year, from May to November 2026.* We apologize for the inconvenience. Why This Experience is Truly Once-in-a-Lifetime Imagine hearing "Edelweiss" sung by Maria von Trapp's granddaughter at the very locations where the real family lived and the iconic movie was filmed. Picture standing in Mirabell Gardens - not with a tour guide holding an umbrella - but with Elisabeth herself, who carries the von Trapp legacy in her voice, her stories, and her heart. This is access that money cannot usually buy. While thousands of tourists shuffle through Salzburg on standard Sound of Music tours every year, only a privileged few will ever experience the authentic von Trapp story told by someone who lived it. Elisabeth isn't reciting memorized facts from a script - she's sharing her grandmother's legacy, her family's truth, and the real story behind the Hollywood magic.

While others crowd into buses for rushed glimpses, you get Mozart's real story from a native Salzburg guide whose family lived here for generations. Maximum 7 guests means intimate access to hidden courtyards where Mozart composed, secret lakeside spots locals treasure, and traditional cafés tourists never find. Your Mercedes van reaches restricted areas big buses can't access. Completely customizable – from classical music lover to nature photographer, we craft your perfect Austrian adventure. This isn't sightseeing, it's experiencing Austria through local eyes with stories even official tours don't know.

Soak up Bavarian mountain vistas as you pop across the border into Germany on this door-to-door private guided tour. Cruise across Chiemsee lake to Herreninsel island, where Mad King Ludwig built his answer to France’s Palace of Versailles, Herrenchiemsee. Enjoy a tour plus time to explore the island independently before you return to Salzburg.

Imagine yourself stepping through cobblestone streets where Mozart's childhood laughter still echoes, then moments later breathing Alpine air so crisp it clears your mind while gazing across pristine lakes that mirror heaven itself. This isn't another rushed city tour followed by a drive; it's your personal journey through Austria's soul, where baroque splendor meets nature's cathedral in perfect harmony. Your local guide doesn't just show you Salzburg's highlights; they share family stories passed down through generations, reveal hidden courtyards where locals still gather as they did centuries ago, and guide you to lake viewpoints that make your heart skip a beat. While tour buses race between photo stops, you'll savor authentic moments, feeling ancient stone beneath your fingertips in cathedral walls, hearing your footsteps on paths where pilgrims walked for over a thousand years, and watching Alpine light dance across waters so clear you can see fish swimming in crystal depths.