Balades et Sorties Raquettes a Neige - Courchevel, Meribel & La Tania

Balades et Sorties Raquettes a Neige - Courchevel, Meribel & La Tania

  • Parfait pour les gens qui ne ski pas ou les skiers qui veulent une coupure des les pistes de ski.
  • Decouvert la paix et le solitude que les pluparts des skiers voir jamais; decouvert le parc nationale de la Vanoise.
  • Sorties toutes les: matins, apres-midis ou a la journee.
  • Les raquettes a neige - a votre rythme.
  • Pour les individus, les couples, les familles ou entres amis.

Quelques mots des mes clients:

  • "What a fabulous way to spend the day, at one with nature, in beautiful surroundings, and getting a brilliant work out as well. Highly recommend, even for adrenaline junkies!"
  • Thank you again for taking me snowshoeing and sharing the beautiful scenery in your good company.
  • Hoping we shall meet again. -IL - Snowshoeing, Courchevel, March 2010.
  • Thanks so much for making the three days so enjoyable.
  • Really felt part of the wondrous environment and feel much better for it. The lunches were also great, vipers and all! - GB - Snowshoeing, Courchevel, March 2010
  • Mark thanks again for the great day...just got back to NYC and was talking about you on the plane home. R* had a great time with Roy...hope to see you again next year. - SF - Snowshoeing, Courchevel, March 2010

Snowshoe walks make a great option for non-skiers or skiers wanting a break from skiing. Snowshoeing can be as relaxed or as energetic as you wish and is suitable for all ages.

All the trips are “private” so the outing is entirely tailored to your wishes: as an individual, a group of friends or as a family.

Morning and afternoon outings explore areas closer to Courchevel and Meribel but explore areas away from the hustle and bustle of the ski slopes where peace and solitude can still be found. Far from the madding crowd!

There is the opportunity to see some of the wildlife or at least the tracks that they have left behind. The tracks of foxes, mountain hares, wild boar (sanglier) and other wildlife are frequently seen. A chance to learn about the wild mountain environment.

Day trips offer the opportunity for lunch at authentic mountain restaurants or rustic refuges. There is frequently the possibility of seeing the ibex (bouquetin) and the more elusive chamois in the nearby Vanoise National Park. Snowshoes and ski poles / trekking poles provided. All you need to provide is a pair of walking shoes or snow-resistant boots and ski type clothing.

Itineraries

Below is a sample of the itineraries on offer but all the itneraries are personalised. I will meet you at your hotel, chalet, appartment or other agreed meeting point. Morning / Afternoon (typical duration: 2 hr 30 - 3 hrs)

  • Lac de Rosiere (Courchevel 1650) - Level: Gentle. The Lac de Rosiere is a beautiful lake close to Courchevel 1650 where the hustle and bustle of the ski resorts is soon left behind. Thread you way down through the pine woods in the powder snow to this enchanting lake. After having had a chance to drink in the clear mountain air we follow the banks of a small stream. A gentle ascent takes us back to the resort. Les Cotilles (nr Meribel Village & La Tania). Overlooking the valley des Allues a gentle ascent to a great viewpoint. Wending through the pine forests and enchanting clearings in the woods before a gentle descent in the powder.
  • Cret du Praslin (Courchevel 1650) - Level: Moderate. This walk crosses the snow covered meadows before ascending gently through the pine woods to a stunning viewpoint overlooking the Valley des Avals. We follow the crest before a descent in the powder brings us back to the resort.
  • Pramurel - Plan du Vah (Courchevel 1850 / 1650). Starting from close to the Altiport of Courchevel 1850 the route rises very gently before a descent brings us to the valley and a path that winds its way amongst trees and close to the snow covered stream.
  • Lac Tueda (Meribel / Mottaret)

Full day (typical duration 6 - 8 hrs)

  • Champagny en Haut - day walk with lunch. Level: Gentle. The valley is a hidden gem where there is often the opportunity to see the Ibex (Bouquetin). A chance too to taste and buy some of the famous Beaufort cheese directly from a farmer.
  
  • Vallon du Fruit - Refuge du Saut - day walk with typical Savoyard picnic lunch. Departing from Meribel-Mottaret we pass Lac Tueda before a gentle climb leads to the Vallon du Fruit.
  
  • Col de la Lune - day walk with lunch at a mountain refuge. A steady climb through snowcovered meadows leads to a broad tree covered ridge that brings us to the Col de la Lune. A gentle descent leads to the rustic refuge . Enjoy a typical Savoyard lunch with a stunning panorama. A descent after lunch through clearings and amongst the forest leads down to Les Allues.
  
  • Pralognan la Vanoise - gateway to the Vanoise National Park, France's first national park and a haven for wild fauna: chamois, and bouquetin/ibex.
  

 

Fees

RDV: I will meet you at your hotel, chalet or other agreed meeting point.
Duree: Morning (until 1230 hrs) - Afternoon (from 1330 hrs) - Day Trip (5 - 8 hrs)
Honoraires:  
Max Group size: 4

Dates:

 The ski season (December to April) Please contact me to reserve a great experience.
What's Included
  • Guiding by qualified British accompagnateur / international mountain leader; fluent French speaker.
  • Snowshoes & Ski sticks
  • The "guides special" drink!
What's not included:
  • Personal equipment
  • Drinks, meals or snacks

Equipment

Boots (walking boots or apres-ski boots except "moon boots" or snowboarding boots); sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, hat, ski jacket, ski salopettes or trousers, fleece jacket or jumper, a small rucsac.

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