Ab 12 Jahre • ca. 3 Stunden • Natur pur und Power für Körper und Seele!
Climb into a Riverbug and take the Auer Loch stretch of the Saalach by storm. This guided half-day in Lofer blends hands-on whitewater coaching with wild, personal runs—perfect for sporty beginners who want technique and thrills.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
≈3 hours
Fitness Level
You should be in good cardio shape and comfortable swimming in cold water; able to climb over rocks and re-enter a craft from the river.
Wildlife
History
The Saalach corridor around Lofer has long attracted river users and climbers; modern commercial river guiding grew here alongside local alpine recreation traditions.
Conservation
Follow Leave No Trace: stick to established access points, pack out trash, and obey guide instructions to limit bank erosion and disturbance to wildlife.
Ab 12 Jahre • ca. 3 Stunden • Natur pur und Power für Körper und Seele!
Be a confident swimmer
All participants must be able to swim; strong basic swimming skills will keep you safe and make learning easier.
Wear or bring grippy water shoes
Neoprene booties are provided, but a snug, non-slip shoe helps when scrambling in and out of the river.
Arrive ready to learn
Guides focus on technique—pay attention during the briefing and practice strokes in calm water before committing to rapids.
Respect river etiquette
Give space to other paddlers, follow guide signals, and avoid sidestreams that damage banks and vegetation.
Water shoes or neoprene booties
Provide traction on wet rocks and protect feet when entering and exiting the river.
summer
Quick-dry base layers
Layer under the supplied wetsuit for warmth and to wick moisture during the run.
Neoprene gloves
Improve grip on hand paddles and add warmth on colder spring runs.
spring
Small dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keep a phone or essentials dry for photos and emergency contact while on shore.