Airboard Safari in the Allgäu

Quick info:

Season:

Winter

Duration:

3–4 hours

Participants:

6–100 people

Location:

Allgäu (Ofterschwanger Horn / Imberger Horn)

Price:

from 59 € p.p.incl. VAT

Fast descents against a spectacular Alpine backdrop

Airboarding is the ultimate fun in the snow. Lying on your stomach on the inflated air cushion, you take the turns and feel as if you are flying. At the same time, the Airboard provides optimal cushioning for your body. Fast-paced riding fun, adrenaline, and plenty of contact with the white element — the lift takes you to the summit, where you will enjoy two to three thrilling descents.

At a glance:

New trend sport | Fun in powder snow | Dreamlike Allgäu winter landscape

Fast descents, soft air cushion, no risk of falls from hard edges — airboarding is a trend sport for everyone, from beginners to adrenaline junkies.

Activity information:

The lift takes you to the summit, where you will enjoy two to three fast descents. The Airboard is a Swiss high-tech sled — an inflatable snow bodyboard, lightweight, durable, and easy to steer by shifting your weight.

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Can be combined with:

  • Bavarian hut party
  • Team cooking
  • Wildlife

This is what an Airboard Safari in the Allgäu can look like

From the practice run at the summit to the fast powder-snow descent and the shared group photo in the snow — airboarding is instant snow fun with no long learning curve. Get inspired by the BR feature: Bayerischer Rundfunk visited ICO and discovered this trend sport.

Everything you have always wanted to know about Airboard sledding with a lift ride in the Allgäu

What is an Airboard Safari like?

The Airboard Downhill Safari in the Allgäu, set against the backdrop of the Allgäu Alps, offers you the opportunity to reconnect with yourself through an outdoor experience — a special shared experience that releases positive energy. The gondola takes you up to around 1,300 m altitude. Once at the top, you will receive a detailed introduction and complete practice runs to get to know the Airboard.

What is an Airboard?

The Swiss high-tech sled is an inflatable snow bodyboard — lightweight yet extremely durable. It makes entirely new adventures possible: full control by shifting your weight. optimal cushioning thanks to the air cushion. Action or relaxed — riding seated or lying on your stomach. And a compact pack size: folded, it fits into any backpack and is quickly ready to go thanks to the hand pump.

Very safe: you lie the entire time on a soft air cushion, with no hard corners or edges. Helmet and gaiters are included. Trained guides will lead you through the experience and provide you with safety equipment, the inspection of which is our top priority. The tested and certified equipment is stored at the ICO Outdoor Center and issued to you directly on site.

  • Easy steering by shifting your weight — no prior experience required
  • Optimal suspension thanks to the inflated air cushion
  • Action or relaxed — lying on your stomach for speed, seated for enjoyment
  • Quickly ready to go thanks to a small hand pump and compact pack size

Where does the Airboard Downhill Safari take place?

In the Allgäu, the Airboard Downhill Safari is possible from various summits. Choose your own tour and your view — both locations offer panoramic views of the Allgäu Alps and unique powder-snow conditions away from the pistes.

Ofterschwanger Horn & Imberger Horn

Ofterschwanger Horn at 1,300 m altitude, located between Gunzesried and Ofterschwang and accessible by lift from both sides. The multi-award-winning family-friendly ski area with the famous World Cup run offers perfect conditions — varied, snow-sure, and with spectacular panoramic views.

Imberger Horn, also at 1,300 m altitude, easily accessible via the Hörnerbahn from Bad Hindelang. Right at the mountain station begins the dreamlike panoramic winter hiking trail with views over the Ostrach valley.

Ofterschwanger Horn is particularly suitable for mixed groups with beginners: family-friendly ski area, World Cup run as a teaching aid, varied descents. Imberger Horn is the quieter, more contemplative choice for teams also seeking panoramic views and the silence of the mountains.

  • Both at 1,300 m — reliable snow conditions in the Nov–Apr season
  • Accessible by lift — no special fitness level required
  • Multi-award-winning ski area (Ofterschwanger Horn)
  • Panoramic views of the entire Allgäu Alps

Schedule for the Airboard Downhill Safari

We meet at the valley station you have chosen (Ofterschwang or Hindelang). After a brief introduction, the ICO trainer hands out the Airboards to participants. After the shared gondola ride to the summit, you will receive the safety briefing — and then the fun begins.

What should I wear?

Warm, weatherproof winter clothing in layers — ideally waterproof outerwear (ski clothing, Gore-Tex, or similar), warm shoes or boots, sunglasses, a hat, and gloves. Bring a change of clothes in the car so you can change immediately after the action.

After the gondola ride to the summit, you will receive a detailed safety briefing: first, we practise steering the Airboards by shifting your weight. Initial attempts on a suitable slope will prepare you for the main descent. Then the speed rush begins: you glide down the slope on the Airboard — on the soft air cushion, without hard edges, always close to the snow.

The Airboard Downhill Safari is a 3–4-hour winter experience for 6–100 people, from €59 per person. Lift ride up to 1,300 m, safety briefing, practice runs, and two to three fast descents into the valley — with high-tech sleds, full equipment, and experienced trainers. A trend sport for everyone, with no prior experience required, guaranteed adrenaline, and unique souvenir photos to take home.

Possible outdoor modules for your team training:

Discover our complete outdoor module portfolio in the Allgäu — from whitewater and canyoning to igloo building. Each activity has its own character, consistent safety standards, and a clear business transfer. Perfect as a standalone event or as a building block in a multi-day programme.

Igloo Building in the Allgäu

GPS Mountain Forest Course

Igloo Expedition in the Allgäu

Geocaching — Treasure Hunt in the Allgäu

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Apprentice Training

Frequently Asked Questions

The meeting point is at the valley station you have chosen — Ofterschwanger Horn lift or Hörnerbahn Bad Hindelang. We will organise any necessary transfers with you (shuttle).

No. Airboarding is a trend sport for everyone. Steering by shifting your weight is intuitive and can be learned in just a few minutes. The fitness requirement is also low — lift ride to the summit, a short walk, and then it is all downhill.

Warm, weatherproof winter clothing in layers, waterproof outerwear (ski clothing or Gore-Tex), warm winter shoes or boots, hat, gloves, and sunglasses. We provide Airboards, helmets, and gaiters. Keep a change of clothes in the car.

Our locations at 1,300 m altitude generally offer reliable snow conditions during the November–April season. If, contrary to expectations, there is too little snow, we will discuss alternatives or a postponement with you in good time.