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A wild New Year's Eve ski tour in the Valais Alps

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A wild New Year's Eve ski tour in the Valais Alps

In summary

Sports

Ski touring , Mountaineering
Duration
3 days
Level
Confirmed

Levels

Ski touring

Mountaineering

Beginner

For those who have never done ski touring or off-piste skiing but are comfortable skiing down red or black runs. You will ski for 3 to 4 hours a day. You must be capable of skinning uphill for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours, covering an elevation gain and loss of between 300m and 600m per day.

Intermediate

For those who have already skied off-piste using ski lifts. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day. Vertical gain can reach 800 m per day.

Confirmed

For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.

Advanced

For regular ski tourers. You are capable of skiing down any type of snow on slopes of up to 40°. You frequently ski in powder. You have perfect control over your speed, sideslipping, and both uphill and downhill kick turns. You have prior experience with ski touring or with vertical gains exceeding 1,200m. You are capable of maintaining this level of activity over several consecutive days.

Expert

For regular ski tourers: You are capable of skiing down all types of snow on slopes exceeding 40°. You frequently ski in powder and have perfect control over your speed and sideslipping. You have experience with ski touring involving vertical gains of over 1,400m and have previously completed several consecutive days under these conditions.

Beginner

Mountaineering is a demanding sport; consequently, there is no "beginner" physical level for it. If you have never mountaineered before, you can aim for an intermediate or advanced level.

Intermediate

For fit hikers who wish to experience the high mountains. No specific mountaineering skills are required; the crampon work is straightforward. Guides are on hand to provide instruction and ensure your safety. The daily elevation gain generally ranges from 700 to a maximum of 1,000 meters.

Confirmed

For those who engage in endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.) three or more times a week. You are capable of hiking for long hours in the mountains and ascending around 1,500 meters in a single day. Ideally, you have some prior high-altitude experience (such as walking in crampons), though this is not essential if you are in excellent physical condition. To aid acclimatization, it is recommended to go mountain hiking in the days leading up to the trip.

Advanced

For those who regularly practice endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.)—at least four times a week. You are capable of hiking for over eight hours in the mountains and ascending between 1,500 and 2,000 vertical meters in a single day. You have mastered crampon techniques. Prior mountaineering experience (ascents or ice training) is mandatory.

Expert

For those in excellent physical condition who regularly engage in mountain activities (rock climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing, etc.): you have mastered mountaineering techniques and are capable of undertaking climbs rated D or higher.
Destination
Swiss / Valais
Age
From 16 - 90 years
CO₂-Emissions
19.47 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

Celebrate the New Year surrounded by nature , in the breathtaking setting of the Valais Alps , on a gentle ski touring trip. For three days, you'll stay in an authentic mountain hut , perched far from the hustle and bustle, for a unique mountain experience . Guided by a passionate professional, you'll safely traverse pristine landscapes on secluded routes, far from the crowded resorts. Each day is punctuated by exploring hidden valleys , learning the art of ski touring, and enjoying convivial moments shared in the mountain hut. As night falls, the warmth of the wood stove and the purity of a starry high-altitude sky envelop this timeless winter interlude. Between exertion, contemplation, and an unusual New Year's Eve celebration, this trip offers an unforgettable immersion in the wild world of the peaks .

The highlights

An unforgettable New Year's Eve in a mountain cabin in the heart of the Valais Alps
Exploring secret valleys and pristine landscapes on ski touring
A warm atmosphere, starry skies, and unique moments shared in an unguarded cabin.

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Sport

Level

Ski touring

Confirmed

For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.

In figures

Ski touring

Average duration/day: 2h
Average daily elevation gain: 887 m
Average daily descent: 884 m
Maximum altitude: 3799 m
Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.

Band : 1 supervisor for 5 to 6 people

Languages spoken:

🇫🇷

French

Supervisor

Our trip is led by a high-mountain guide who will provide you with the technical information necessary for a successful stay. The guide may need to modify the program to ensure safety, depending on the weather and snow conditions in the mountains, as well as the physical condition of the participants.

Program

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Heading towards the Ibex Hut
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Positive elevation gain 1010 m
- Maximum altitude 2980 m
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
An early morning meeting in Arolla. Our guide will check our equipment and present the program before we set off! We'll then leave, laden with our packs and food for the three days, heading towards the Arolla Glacier. This first day requires a good effort: approximately 6 hours of climbing through magnificent landscapes, rewarded by our arrival at our base camp, the Cabane des Bouquetins (Ibex Hut). Depending on the group's energy and the weather, we can use the afternoon to practice some technical exercises led by our guide. Then it will be time to settle into our refuge perched at 2,980 meters, facing an exceptional panorama. Together, we'll prepare dinner before our first night at altitude, lulled by the unique atmosphere of the high mountains.
Day 1
Tête de Valpelline (3799m) - New Year's Eve
- Activity Ski touring
- Positive elevation gain 1050 m
- Negative elevation 1050 m
- Maximum altitude 3799 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After waking up at the refuge and enjoying a hearty breakfast, we'll set off for a day conquering a peak on the border between Switzerland and Italy: the Tête de Valpelline (3799m). We'll begin with a climb to the Col du Mont Brulé (3213m). From there, we'll descend 150m towards the Tsa de Tsan glacier before putting our skins back on to head towards the Col de Valpelline. We'll follow a panoramic ridge to reach the majestic summit. The return will be via the same route, and we can prepare our well-deserved Christmas Eve dinner in our mountain hut, near the fire.
Day 2
Oren peaks (3525m) and descent to Arolla
- Activity Ski touring
- Positive elevation gain 600 m
- Negative elevation 1600 m
- Maximum altitude 3525 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
After a final night at altitude and a sunrise over the Valais peaks, we'll share breakfast overlooking the glaciers before packing our gear for this last day. We'll cross the Haut Glacier d'Arolla to reach the Col de l'Évêque. A final push will take us to the Pointes d'Oren to enjoy one last breathtaking panorama. Finally, we'll begin a long descent that will gently lead us back to Arolla, our hearts filled with landscapes, new experiences, and unforgettable moments in the mountains. We expect to arrive in the valley in the afternoon, where we'll part ways after these three days of adventure, camaraderie, and escape in the high mountains.
Day 3

Note

PROGRAM CHANGE

This program may be modified at the guide's discretion if mountain conditions, weather or the physical condition of the participants require it.

The guide decides on the final program based on the following criteria:

- Participants' skill level, races already completed, and your desired outcomes

- Mountain conditions and weather conditions will also determine the choice of routes.

Depending on weather and snow conditions, the Bouquetins refuge may be modified and replaced by another, safer high mountain refuge.

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Days 1 to 2

Access

Departure

Parking des Fontanesses, Evolène, Suisse

Day 1

End of stay

Parking des Fontanesses, Evolène, Suisse

Day 3

Go to the starting point

Access by plane

The nearest airport isAéroport International de Genève

Access by car

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Price details

The price includes

The technical organization of the stay
Supervision by a high mountain guide.
The two nights in the cabin
Breakfast on Days 2 and 3
Lunch from Day 1 to Day 3
Dinner on Day 1 and Day 2
The group equipment (ropes, screw)

The price does not include

Individual equipment: skis/skins/boots/harness/crampons/ice axe and helmet
Safety equipment: avalanche transceiver (batteries not included), shovel and probe
Batteries for the avalanche transceiver (4 AAA LR03 batteries)
Drinks and personal expenses
Race snacks (cereal bars, dried fruit, chocolate bars, etc...) as you wish.
Transportation to and from the meeting point.
Insurance/assistance: mandatory helicopter search and rescue costs, hospitalization and repatriation

Options

Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Equipment

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A wild New Year's Eve ski tour in the Valais Alps