• Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
  • Commando raid in the heart of Savoy
Chambéry / French Alps

Commando raid in the heart of Savoy

Réf : EXPYCM

In summary

  • Sports
    Bushcraft , Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Advance

    Levels

    Beginner
    For those wishing to discover the activity. You are in good general health; there are no specific athletic prerequisites. You must be able to walk a few kilometers a day while carrying your pack and to bivouac in the wild without modern comforts.
    Intermediate
    For those well-versed in outdoor activities: you wish to learn basic survival skills such as fire-starting, building simple shelters, and foraging for food and water. You are capable of hiking for several hours at a stretch and possess the resilience and adaptability to bivouac in the wild without modern comforts.
    Confirmed
    For those with prior experience in trekking, hiking, or bushcraft/survival training. You wish to refine your skills in fire-making, shelter-building, and navigation, while exploring methods for mental and physical resilience. You adapt to diverse environments by bivouacking in the wild—both in France and abroad—facing conditions ranging from extreme cold to heat.
    Advanced
    For those with prior survival experience who are looking for a new challenge. You aim to develop advanced skills such as tool making, navigating difficult terrain, and pushing your limits over several days. Excellent physical fitness, a strong mindset, good social skills, and great endurance are recommended.
    Expert
    For survival enthusiasts. You have extensive outdoor experience and a passion for life in the wilderness. Excellent physical condition (a stress test is required) is essential to fully enjoy the activities offered at this level.
  • Destination
    Chambéry / French Alps
  • Age
    From 18 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    12.83 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

Experience an intense and immersive 24-hour adventure in Savoie, amidst spectacular alpine scenery. A journey where pushing your limits, teamwork, and exploration come together. Ideal for thrill-seekers and nature lovers, this combined experience blends sporting activities with discovering the mountain environment .

On the agenda: hiking ascents, technical descents, and orienteering sections that will test your skills. This condensed format guarantees a unique experience, perfect for those looking to maximize adventure in a minimum amount of time . A special moment to push your limits .

The highlights

  • A unique experience in France
  • Physical overcoming
  • Demanding format with military techniques
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Sport

Level

Bushcraft

Advance

Levels

Beginner
For those wishing to discover the activity. You are in good general health; there are no specific athletic prerequisites. You must be able to walk a few kilometers a day while carrying your pack and to bivouac in the wild without modern comforts.
Intermediate
For those well-versed in outdoor activities: you wish to learn basic survival skills such as fire-starting, building simple shelters, and foraging for food and water. You are capable of hiking for several hours at a stretch and possess the resilience and adaptability to bivouac in the wild without modern comforts.
Confirmed
For those with prior experience in trekking, hiking, or bushcraft/survival training. You wish to refine your skills in fire-making, shelter-building, and navigation, while exploring methods for mental and physical resilience. You adapt to diverse environments by bivouacking in the wild—both in France and abroad—facing conditions ranging from extreme cold to heat.
Advanced
For those with prior survival experience who are looking for a new challenge. You aim to develop advanced skills such as tool making, navigating difficult terrain, and pushing your limits over several days. Excellent physical fitness, a strong mindset, good social skills, and great endurance are recommended.
Expert
For survival enthusiasts. You have extensive outdoor experience and a passion for life in the wilderness. Excellent physical condition (a stress test is required) is essential to fully enjoy the activities offered at this level.
For those with prior survival experience who are looking for a new challenge. You aim to develop advanced skills such as tool making, navigating difficult terrain, and pushing your limits over several days. Excellent physical fitness, a strong mindset, good social skills, and great endurance are recommended.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 6h30
  • Average distance/day: 15 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 600 m
  • Average daily descent: 600 m
  • Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor

Program

Day 1
Day 2
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    Arrival and departure

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 8h
    • Distance 20 km
    • Positive elevation gain 600 m
    • Negative elevation 600 m
    • Exposed passages Yes
    • Activity Bushcraft
    • Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
    • Breakfast included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    The raid is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM on Day 1. You will not return to the starting point until 24 hours later.

    1. Welcome
    2. Theoretical training in "Guidance Techniques"
    3. Theoretical training course "Setting up camp and living in a bivouac"
    4. Safety briefing
    5. Tactical briefing
    Day 1

Note

This activity takes place indoors; this will be the only time you are in a building, however, the level of comfort remains basic.

Accommodation

⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2
⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2

Accommodation is in shared double tents. Weighing 2 kg, they are specially designed to be carried by one or two people, reducing the weight carried per person to 1 kg.

The equipment is tried and tested and suitable for this type of activity (light, robust), it is possible to separate the tent into two parts of equal weight for transport in your bag.

Access

Departure
Chambéry, France
Day 1 : 08h00
End of stay
Chambéry, France
Day 2 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toChambéry Challes-les-Eaux
  1. By train

From Paris: approximately 3 hours - Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux train station

From Lyon: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes - Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux train station

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby
  1. By car

From Annecy: approximately 40 minutes via the A41

From Grenoble: approximately 45 minutes via the A41

From Lyon: approximately 1 hour via the A43

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Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation in a shared double tent
  2. Training in guidance techniques
  3. Training in bivouacking
  4. The equipment needed for practice
  5. Food during the stay
  6. Transportation during the stay
  7. Specialized supervision

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the place of stay
  2. Personal equipment and supplies
  3. Activities not mentioned

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Thermal Baths and Spa : CHF82.33 / unit
  2. Extra night before the stay - Single room in a 2* hotel : CHF68.61 / unit
  3. Extra night before the stay - Single room in a 3* hotel : CHF96.05 / unit
  4. Extra night before the stay - Double room in a 2* hotel : CHF100.63 / unit
  5. Extra night before the stay - Double room in a 3* hotel : CHF155.52 / unit
  6. Additional night after the stay - Single room in a 2* hotel : CHF68.61 / unit
  7. Additional night after the stay - Single room in a 3* hotel : CHF96.05 / unit
  8. Extra night after your stay - Double room in a 2* hotel : CHF100.63 / unit
  9. Extra night after your stay - Double room in a 3* hotel : CHF155.52 / unit
  10. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. Climbing equipment (PPE)
  2. Nautical equipment (PPE)
  3. Ruggedized 4G Smartphone
  4. Radios
  5. Maps
  6. Compass

Equipment to bring

  1. Fine point permanent marker, red, black and blue
  2. Medical alcohol
  3. A waterproof notebook
  4. Sarcophagus-type sleeping bag (-20°C from November to March, 0°C from April to October).
  5. Floor mat
  6. Waterproof lighter
  7. Lightweight cutlery
  8. Personal snack
  9. Recovery drink
  10. 1L Water Bottle
  11. Aluminum camping mess kit
  12. Comfortable 35L backpack
  13. Small backpack
  14. Headlamp equipped with a red filter
  15. 1m cord

Clothing to bring

  1. A technical t-shirt
  2. Poncho
  3. Spare underwear
  4. Swimsuit
  5. A towel
  6. Windbreaker or lightweight Gore-Tex
  7. A beanie
  8. Gloves
  9. Hiking shoes
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