You have done the traditional boat rides on the Swiss lakes and are looking for a more thrilling experience.
Then a jet boat ride on the turquoise waters of Lake Brienz might be just the adventure you are looking for. Located at a 10-minute bus drive from Interlaken, this is an adventure not to miss!
Prepare for an exhilarating jet boat ride filled with speed, sweeping views of surrounding mountains, adrenaline rushes, and thrilling 360-degree spins. This one-of-a-kind boat trip takes you to the impressive Giessbach Falls, which plunge 500 meters over 14 cascades into Lake Brienz.
And don’t worry, there is enough downtime to soak up the impressive scenery and listen to the captain’s insights about the region.
Summer Tour Season | April to October |
Tour Length | 50 minutes |
Minimum Age | 5 years old |
Tour Starting Point | Boat Docks in Bönigen |
Tour Costs | Range from 90 – 110 CHF |
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Summer & Winter Tours
The 50-minute summer tours run from April to October. The winter tours start in November and typically end in March. The winter tours are shorter and take about 25 minutes.
Winter tours are generally on request, so get in touch to check the schedule.
What to expect
Upon arrival at the jet boat base, the team welcomes you with a brief introduction. Equipped with top-notch, waterproof gear for your comfort, you’ll be ready for the tour ahead. Once geared up, the captain guides you to the boat, assigns seats, and launches your lake adventure.
Setting off from the harbour, safety takes precedence with a captain-led briefing.
What to bring
No special gear is required. There are lockers on-site to store your belongings while on the trip.
- Comfortable clothes that can get a little wet
- Flat shoes
- Sun block and hat
What is provided
- Life jacket
- Splash / Spray jacket
- In case of bad weather, special gear is provided
- Souvenir photos of your ride are available separately
Other amenities
- There are lockers on-site to store your belongings safely
- Toilets
- At the Schiffländte, you can buy coffee, soft drinks and small snacks
- Free Parking
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How to get there
The jet boat dock is located in the village of Bönigen, which can be reached by train or bus from Interlaken Ost.
By train
There are no trains to Bönigen. Instead, catch a train to Interlaken Ost and then catch the bus 103 (direction Iseltwald) to Bönigen See. Check the train timetables here. For more information on the train passes and selecting the best train pass for your trip.
By bus
From Interlaken Ost catch bus 103, direction Iseltwald and get off at the bus stop Bönigen See. The bus ride takes around 10 minutes. For detailed schedules, click here.
By car
The jet boat port is a short 6-minute drive from Interlaken. Free parking is available on-site.
By boat
From Interlaken Ost, the BLS lake cruises will take you directly to Bönigen.
On foot
On a beautiful day you can walk from Interlaken to Bönigen. It’s a 40-minute walk, mainly along the lake and ideal for taking your first snapshots of this stunning area.
What does it cost
Tickets can be purchased online at outdoor.ch
Price | |
Adults | 109 CHF |
Children (up to 16 yrs) | 79 CHF |
Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 children) | 333 CHF |