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Swiss Snowshoe Safari

Price £499 or 649€

Grade: Novice

Trip 1 Thursday 8th – Monday 12th January 2009
Trip 2 Thursday 19th – Monday 23rd February 2009
Trip 3 Thursday 12th – Monday 16th March 2009

Introductory Weekends

These 5 day trips are especially suited to those who are regular walkers and would like to experience a winter wonderland. It is aimed at those of you who have no or little snowshoeing experience.

If you want to get a real sense of making a journey across the alpine landscape in winter then join us for a snowshoe walk between the Swiss villages of Leysin and Château-d'Oex. We make our way from village to village on snowshoes, while your luggage is transported to the next location.

Your guide will make a daily decision based on weather and snow conditions which could mean we have to adapt our plans.

Day 1 Arrival Leysin

We meet you on the evening of your arrival in Leysin to brief you on the days ahead and answer any last minute questions.

Day 2 Leysin to Col des Mosses

We begin in the Swiss village of Leysin which sits on a terrace above Aigle in the lower Rhône Valley. It offers views to Mont Blanc, Dents du Midi, and Diablerets. We head off traversing the mountainside passing ancient farms before descending to the valley and making our way to the village of Col des Mosses. Ascent 550m .

Day 3 Col des Mosses

Col des Mosses is a wonderful high pass which gives a great sense of height and space combined with clear alpine air. Today we enjoy a local walk from our hotel. Heading off above the village we venture into the forests in search of mountain views before returning to Col des Mosses for a second night. If time allows you might want to try cross country skiing or the outdoor ice skating rink. Ascent 350m.

Day 4 Col des Mosses to Château-d'Oex

This morning we snowshoe down the valley before aiming for our high point and the summit of Monts Chevreuil. This is a straightforward ascent, enjoyed by all ages, with the reward of a hot chocolate at the mountain refuge just below the summit. We then make our way to our accommodation in the beautiful Swiss village of Château-d'Oex. The village claims to be the world capital of hot air ballooning and balloons are often seen flying high above the snowy mountains. Ascent 400m.

Day 5 Departure Château-d'Oex

Today is departure day as you travel from Chateau d'Oex back to Geneva airport.

Price

What’s included:- the fees of a qualified International Mountain Leader and their expenses, the transfer of your luggage between accommodation, half board accommodation in a 2** hotel or similar and equipment hire. You require snowshoes, poles, snow shovel, probe and an avalanche transceiver.

The accommodation is based on two people sharing. A single room supplement may be available on request. Accommodation on the first night is bed and breakfast only; this is to allow for late arrivals.

What’s not included:-  flights, transfers, insurance, lunches, drinks or any uplift which may be used.

Minimum Numbers

This trip will run once a minimum number of 4 clients have booked. We will take a maximum of 8 clients. We may run this trip on less numbers but it will incur a price increase. We advise you to not make your travel arrangements until this trip is guaranteed to run.

Further Information

We can supply all specific snowshoe equipment required. Upon booking a full list of the necessary suitable clothing will be provided. Warm and waterproof walking boots are essential. They must be boots with ankle support and not low cut walking shoes or trainers.

Travel

We begin in Leysin which can be easily reached by train from Geneva airport and end our journey in Chateau d'Oex which also has a train link to Geneva airport. Train times from www.rail.ch. To make your trip planning easier we are happy to advise on the best travel options.

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