- Duration
- Half day, about 3 hours
- Group size
- 10–100 pax
- Destinations
- Annecy & Lake Annecy
- Indicative budget
- From €70 per person
Lake Annecy is one of the most admired lakes in the Alps, framed by the Bauges and Aravis mountains. Its calm waters suit paddling challenges at every fitness level. Teams take to stand-up paddle boards and kayaks for relay races, tactical courses marked by buoys and a navigation task that asks each crew to reach a point on the far shore together.
The programme is adapted to the wind, which can change quickly on the lake. Equipment and instruction are included, and the group moves at a pace set by the instructors.
Objectives
- Build coordination in a physical, low-risk environment
- Offer an active outdoor team challenge for mixed levels
- Practise communication through relay tasks and navigation
- Finish with a lakeside meal that suits the group
How it works
- 1Safety briefing, fitting of boards and paddles, and basic technique
- 2Warm-up on the water with the instructors
- 3Relay races and a navigation challenge between teams
- 4Lakeside lunch and a debrief
Good to know
- Life jackets are compulsory and supplied
- Participants should be comfortable in the water and able to swim
- Wind on the lake can change quickly; sessions are adapted or moved when needed
- Water is cooler outside the summer months; wetsuits are provided where necessary
Indicative budget
Indicatively from €60 to €85 per person excluding VAT, including equipment and instruction. Lunch and transfers from Annecy or Geneva are priced separately.
Frequently asked questions
Do participants need previous paddling experience?
No. Instructors teach the basics before any challenge, and the courses are designed for beginners as well as experienced paddlers.
Is the activity possible in the cooler months?
Yes, in autumn and spring, with suitable clothing. Winter sessions depend on conditions and are confirmed on the day.
Can the challenge be combined with a visit to the old town?
Yes. Annecy's old town and canals are a short distance from the lake, and a visit can be added before or after the challenge.
