Combined rafting & hydrospeed in La Plagne
Discover our raft & hydro experience in La Plagne, a unique combo on the Isère River in Savoie that combines rafting and hydrospeed. A complete whitewater adventure blending group fun and sporty river running, ideal for discovering the very best of raft & hydro in La Plagne.
- 5.0H
- All levels
Description
Discover our raft & hydro experience in La Plagne on the Isère River in Savoie, a unique combo that combines rafting and hydrospeed for the ultimate whitewater adventure. This experience is designed for those who want to mix team spirit with more sporty sensations.
You start with a rafting descent, ideal for enjoying the rapids together in a friendly atmosphere while discovering the river safely with your guide. Then, after a short stop at the base, you continue with a hydrospeed session in the Isère gorges, getting as close to the water as possible for more intense sensations, always accompanied by a qualified guide.
This raft & hydro experience in La Plagne perfectly combines group fun and sporty river running, for a complete Isère River adventure in Savoie, blending sharing, progression, and thrilling sensations.
✅ From 14 years old
⌛ Total duration: around 5 hours
🕙 Time slot: 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm
- 5.0H
- All levels
The raft & hydro experience in La Plagne lets you experience whitewater from two complementary perspectives.
All equipment is provided for both activities to ensure comfort and safety throughout the experience: a neoprene wetsuit, neoprene shoes, life jacket, and helmet for rafting, followed by full hydrospeed gear (reinforced wetsuit, neoprene socks, fins, helmet, and life jacket). You are continuously supervised by a certified professional guide.
On site, everything is designed for your comfort: changing rooms, hot showers, suitable equipment, and included shuttle transfers. The meeting point is at the Takamaka Tarentaise base in Aime, an ideal location for this raft & hydro experience in La Plagne.
How the activity works
Welcome and check-in
Equipment
Shuttle transfer to Bourg Saint Maurice or Bellentre
Briefing
Rafting descent
Intermediate stop at the base and briefing
Hydrospeed descent
End of the trip & return
Your memories in pictures
Why choose Takamaka ?
Founded in 1984, the Takamaka whitewater base is a family-run adventure: a passionate team, a warm atmosphere, and 100% good vibes 😎
Here, on the most beautiful sections of the Isère River in Savoie, every descent is designed as a true experience. Safety, fun, and authenticity guide all our activities. The idea is to go with the flow of the river, progress naturally, and experience a powerful whitewater moment.
Everything is organized so you can enjoy it with ease: changing rooms, high-quality equipment, included shuttle transfers, and a friendly welcome at the Takamaka Tarentaise base in Aime. To extend the experience, the riverside restaurant welcomes you in a unique natural setting.
Our Raft & Hydro experience in La Plagne is accessible, sporty, and authentic, led by a team that doesn’t just guide you… but truly shares the river with you.
FAQ
What does the raft & hydro combo in La Plagne involve?
The raft & hydro combo in La Plagne is an experience that combines two activities on the Isère River in Savoie: a team rafting descent, followed by a hydrospeed session to experience the river solo on your float (with a guide), right up close to the water.
Is the raft & hydro combo more intense than a single activity?
Yes, the raft & hydro combo in La Plagne is more complete: you alternate between the collective fun of rafting and the more intense sensations of hydrospeed. It is therefore sporty and intense.
Do you need to change equipment between rafting and hydrospeed?
Yes, each activity has its own suitable equipment. After the rafting descent, you are re-equipped for hydrospeed with a float and fins, but for rafting you are directly provided with a reinforced wetsuit to make the transition simple and comfortable.
Do you go over the same section of the river twice?
No, the route is designed to explore the full navigable section of the Isère River, either by rafting or hydrospeed, in order to vary both the sensations and the scenery.
Why choose the raft & hydro combo in La Plagne?
Because it’s the best way to discover the Isère River: a complete whitewater experience combining teamwork, thrills, and progression, at a great value!
How long does the raft & hydro experience in La Plagne last?
The raft & hydro experience in La Plagne lasts about 5 hours in total, including around 1h30 of rafting and 1h30 of hydrospeed on the Isère River. The remaining time is dedicated to equipment fitting, guide briefings, and shuttle transfers.