• Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
  • Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice
French Alps / Haute-Savoie

Ice Diver Trip: diving and freediving under the ice

Réf : CJVQIU

In summary

  • Sports
    Freediving , Scuba diving
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Beginner
    For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.
    Intermediate
    For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.
    Confirmed
    For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.
    Advanced
    For those who engage in an endurance sport (swimming, cycling, jogging) several times a week at high intensity. You enjoy a challenge and want to refine your technique.
    Expert
    For those who have been intensively practicing an endurance sport several times a week for several years. You are athletic and agile across multiple sports. You are looking to experience an intense adventure that demands advanced technical skills and impeccable physical fitness.
  • Destination
    French Alps / Haute-Savoie
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    14.93 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler
  • Languages
    English

In a few words

Dive into the heart of a rare world with the ICE Diver course, an immersive training program dedicated to ice diving and freediving . Designed for adventurers seeking intense experiences, this program introduces you to the exploration of an extreme polar environment , as demanding as it is fascinating.

The training begins with learning the technical fundamentals: reading and analyzing the ice , selecting the site, cutting and securing the access hole , installing lifelines , and implementing rigorous safety protocols . Each step aims to guarantee autonomy, precision, and mastery of the environment.

Beneath the surface, you'll find yourself in a spectacular setting, under a translucent ceiling sculpted by light, creating an otherworldly and exceptionally photogenic atmosphere. Alternating between scuba diving and freediving allows for both a technical and sensory exploration of this ephemeral world.

Research and assistance exercises complement the training, strengthening stress management, coordination, and team cohesion . A comprehensive and engaging experience where rigor, wonder, and respect for nature combine to reveal all the magic of the world beneath the ice.


Prerequisite: Level 1 diving certification

The highlights

  • A comprehensive and in-depth approach to ice skating
  • Ice diving and freediving practice
  • Certification training upon completion
Subscriber benefit save 5% by joining our community
Decathlon Travel Benefits
Best price guaranteed: We offer twice the difference
Free cancellation more than 30 days in advance
Payment in 2 installments
Learn more

Photos

Sport

Level

Freediving

Confirmed

Levels

Beginner
For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.
Intermediate
For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.
Confirmed
For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.
Advanced
For those who engage in an endurance sport (swimming, cycling, jogging) several times a week at high intensity. You enjoy a challenge and want to refine your technique.
Expert
For those who have been intensively practicing an endurance sport several times a week for several years. You are athletic and agile across multiple sports. You are looking to experience an intense adventure that demands advanced technical skills and impeccable physical fitness.
For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.

In figures

Diving

  • 2 average daily practices
  • Maximum depth: 4 m

Apnea

  • Average duration/day: 1h30

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 4 people
Languages ​​spoken:
English
Supervisor

Our diving and freediving instructors are experienced professionals, trained in specific underwater practices. Their complementary expertise guarantees rigorous, safe, and educational supervision, allowing each participant to enjoy a unique and confident experience.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
  • map

    Exploring the underside of the ice

    • Activity Diving
    • Number of practices per day 2
    • Maximum depth (in m) 4 m
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Morning:

    Planning and organizing an ice dive.

    Site selection and preparation (scouting, location choice, ice conditions).

    Reading about the characteristics of ice, cold, and associated risks.

    Understanding of the processes for cutting the hole and installing lifelines.

    First ice diving immersion


    Afternoon:

    Use of ice diver search techniques

    Day 1

Accommodation

We have selected 1 accommodation for you, combining comfort and proximity to activities.
The Nant
The Nant
Ideally located just a 10-minute drive from the stunning Lake Montriond, this accommodation is the perfect base camp for divers. After exploring the icy depths, take advantage of a convenient storage area for your gear before relaxing in a uniquely styled room. An on-site restaurant awaits to warm you up and recharge your batteries!
Calm and relaxing atmosphere At the foot of the slopes Restaurant & bar
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
  • The Nant
How to book your accommodation When booking your stay, you can choose your preferred hotel, room type, and meal plan. The final price will be calculated based on your selections.

Access

Departure
Lac de Montriond, Montriond, France
Day 1 : 10h30
End of stay
Lac de Montriond, Montriond, France
Day 2 - 15h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toCluses TGV / TEROrThonon-les-Bains / Évian

From the train station to the lake

  1. Taxi / Private Hire Vehicle : approximately 30 minutes from Cluses or Thonon (price ~€40–60 depending on operator).
  2. Buses / local shuttles : there are free or regular shuttles in season from Morzine/Montriond to the lake (local summer/winter shuttle line).
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby

Price details

The price includes

  1. Access to PADI course materials and theory
  2. 3 certified ice dives and 1 freediving dive
  3. PADI Ice Diver certification upon completion of the course
  1. Accommodation according to the chosen package

The price does not include

  1. Personal expenses
  2. Transportation to the starting point of the stay
  1. The tourist tax

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance
  2. Meals according to the chosen package

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


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.

Trip offered and operated by Decathlon Travel
A
Decathlon Travel Partner

Our partner team

• 6 stays
Our local partner is an agency specializing in freediving and scuba diving instruction. With 20 years of teaching experience, they guide participants from beginners to instructors towards independence in aquatic environments. Activities take place in swimming pools or natural settings (lakes, sea, cold water). Their offerings include certification courses (AIDA, PADI, etc.), breathing coaching, and wellness experiences, all within a safe and supportive environment.
Discover their team and their trips
Are you satisfied with this page?
Are you satisfied with this page?

We are sorry to hear that.

Help us improve this page. Tell us what information you would have liked to see.

0/500
Your personal data is collected by Decathlon Travel (Decathlon Expérience SAS), acting as the data controller. The legal basis for this processing is pre-contractual measures/contract to respond to your quote request and contact you. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory. In accordance with applicable data protection regulations, you have various rights, including the right to access, rectify, erase, and object to the processing of your data. To learn more about the processing of your data, to understand all your rights, and how to exercise them, please consult our privacy policy.

Have a question about this trip?

Select the type of request, and we will get back to you shortly.

Book with confidence
Subscriber benefit Because you are part of our community, we offer you an exclusive discount on your bookings.
How much ?
✅ Benefit from 5% off the cost of your stay, up to a maximum of €50.
  • Valid for a first booking on our site, with no minimum purchase required.
  • Can be combined with any other current promotion.
  • Not valid on air transport, carbon offsetting and insurance.
How ?
  • All you need to do is subscribe to our newsletter.
  • You will receive your promo code by email immediately after registering.
We promise not to flood your inbox!
Join our community
Best price guaranteed Our promise is simple: to guarantee you the best price for your adventure. If you find an identical offer cheaper on another French website, We'll offer you twice the difference.
The key principles for benefiting from it:
  • ✅ A 100% identical offer: Same dates, same services, same sales conditions.
  • ✅ A public and accessible price: The offer must be proposed by a French professional website, in euros.
Find all the details and procedures to follow, whether you have already booked or not, on our dedicated page. Discover how to benefit from it
Free cancellation more than 30 days before departure Something unexpected come up? Change your mind with peace of mind. You can cancel your booking free of charge and without giving a reason if you cancel more than 30 days before your departure.
Important conditions:
  • ❌ Flights and transport in your name: Airline or train tickets already issued in your name are not refundable under this guarantee.
  • ❌ Specific named services: Certain personalized services (such as a special permit or a named registration for a race or accommodation) may be excluded.
Details regarding cancellation fees: For the Standard fare booked 30 days or less before departure, and for the Flex fare booked less than 24 hours before departure, the cancellation fees defined in the partner's terms and conditions apply.
Payment in 2 installments without fees Secure your spot now and manage your budget with flexibility. This option allows you to confirm your adventure right away by paying only a portion of the total cost.
How does it work?
  1. You pay a 30% deposit today to reserve your stay.
  2. The balance (the remaining 70%) must be paid no later than 30 days before departure.
Eligibility requirements: This option is available for all stays:
  • ✅ Of an amount greater than €300.
  • ✅ Whose departure is in more than 30 days.