Yoga on snow and snowshoes, immersion in Vanoise
In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationVanoise Massif / Savoy
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions22.12 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Reconnecting with nature - An active immersion in the Alps
At the gateway to the Vanoise National Park, we offer this sporty winter getaway, between Courchevel and the Tarentaise valleys. Four days to recharge in the mountains through movement, breathing, and contact with nature.
The experience that awaits you:
Snowshoeing excursions in the valley's most beautiful spots. Yoga sessions in the heart of nature on the snow, facing the peaks and glaciers. Introduction to cold yoga on the edge of the frozen lake of La Rosière – a progressive practice inspired by Tibetan techniques to strengthen your body, release tension, and boost your energy.
Exploration of the Vanoise National Park. Moments of meditation and breathing at altitude. Workshop to discover snow elixirs and mountain plants.
Your accommodation and meals:
Cozy chalet in Bozel with a wood-burning stove and panoramic mountain views. Meals prepared with organic and local produce. Relaxing afternoon at the Aquamotion spa, alternating between hot and cold. Savoyard raclette with a light, easy-to-digest twist. Torchlight evening excursion. Friendly brunch on the last day.
A stay to push your physical limits while reconnecting with what truly matters, in the exceptional setting of the Savoy Alps.
The highlights
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The perfect combination of mountain sport and spa recovery: pushing your limits without exhausting yourself.
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Small group (max 8) to discover the secret spots of Vanoise far from the crowds
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Cold yoga and the discovery of flower essences: connecting with mountain resources
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Sport
Level
Snowshoeing
In figures
Yoga
- Average duration/day: 1h30
- 1 average daily practices
Snowshoes
- Average duration/day: 2h30
- Average distance/day: 4 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 200 m
- Average daily descent: 200 m
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 0h30
- Average distance/day: 1 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 50 m
- Average daily descent: 50 m
Management
French
English
As a state-certified mountain guide deeply rooted in the Courchevel/Vanoise region, I invite you to discover the mountains in a new way – a blend of controlled adventure and moments of pure reconnection. Through my extensive training in sports, health, and well-being (yoga, Pilates, sophrology, flower essences), I have developed a unique approach that combines movement in the mountains with body care. I will guide you gently, at your own pace, so that each outing is a true breath of fresh air. My intimate knowledge of the winter terrain – snow conditions, snow quality, and risk assessment – allows me to offer you a perfectly safe adventure. You can enjoy the beauty of the surroundings while I keep a watchful eye. Before and after our outings, we offer tailored yoga and Pilates sessions. Targeted stretches, altitude breathing exercises, and gentle recovery ensure your body remains fully engaged throughout your stay. No aches and pains to spoil the fun, just lasting well-being. I share my favorite spots, my interpretation of the area, and my observations of winter nature. Each outing becomes an immersion where you learn to feel the mountains.
This trip is my vision of winter: a gentle yet authentic adventure, where exertion blends with cozy comfort. You leave transformed, not exhausted.
Program
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First immersion - Snowshoeing & Yoga on Snow - Courchevel Le Praz
- Transportation Bus - 00h45 - 20km
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 4 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Your adventure begins with the discovery of Courchevel Le Praz, the most authentic village in the Courchevel area. Narrow streets, a frozen lake, preserved Savoyard charm – we take the public shuttle to reach this little gem of character.
Head towards Montcharvet on snowshoes (200m elevation gain) through the snow-covered forests. Along the way, we'll stop for a yoga session on the snow in the heart of nature – your first moments of direct connection with the energy of the winter mountains. Conscious breathing, opening yourself to the elements, and that unique feeling of practicing facing the peaks.
A circle of sharing to set the intention for your stay and discover the breathing practices that will accompany you during these four days.
Back at the cozy chalet, we light the wood stove together. Home-cooked dinner prepared with organic and local produce – comfort after exertion, warmth after the cold.
You fall asleep refreshed, lulled by the silence of the mountain.
Day 1 -
Cold Yoga & Hot Spa - Lac de la Rosière & Aquamotion
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Distance 4 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Number of practices per day 1
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Head to Lac de la Rosière for your complete introduction to cold yoga. In this "Into the Wild" setting, you'll discover this ancient practice inspired by Tibetan Tummo yoga. First, the theory to understand the mechanisms, then the progressive practice in direct contact with the icy air.
Explore frosty landscapes and practice breathing exercises to feel the powerful energy of the winter mountains. You will learn to control your breath, embrace the cold as an ally, and push beyond your mental limits.
Picnic prepared together (not included).
The afternoon is yours to enjoy: unwind at the Aquamotion Centre in Courchevel – the largest high-altitude water park in Europe. The adults-only Aquawellness area welcomes you for a haven of absolute well-being: indoor and outdoor lagoons heated to 32°C with views of the snow-capped mountains, outdoor jacuzzis surrounded by snow to extend the hot-cold experience, three Finnish saunas and a hammam, a saltwater grotto, and a saltwater flotation tank for total weightlessness. A perfect immersion to allow your body to fully experience the benefits of cold yoga.
In the evening, Savoyard raclette revisited in a light and digestible version - the traditional codes reinvented to delight you without weighing you down.
Day 2 -
Vanoise Immersion - Snowshoeing & Yoga Restaurant
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Distance 4 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Departure by minibus to the Champagny-le-Haut plateau, in the heart of the Vanoise National Park. Snowshoeing or Nordic walking, depending on snow conditions, through the wild and unspoiled landscapes of the national park.
You'll be exploring this protected area where alpine flora and fauna reign supreme. You might spot chamois and ibex, and be completely immersed in the silent high-mountain valleys. Waterfalls appear frozen as ice sculptures or cascade powerfully depending on the temperature – a fascinating spectacle of nature's forces in action.
Picnic in the great outdoors (not included).
A restorative indoor yoga session to deeply warm the body after exposure to the cold. Silent meditations and periods of stillness. Free movement and energetic expression to allow what needs to flow to flow.
In the evening, a magical surprise awaits: a torchlit walk through the starry night to conclude this intensely immersive day. The silence of the nocturnal mountain, the dancing light of the flames, the icy air on your face – a timeless moment.
A convivial dinner where we light the wood stove together to share the emotions of the day.
Day 3 -
Gentle Closing - Snow Elixirs & Panoramic Brunch
- Transportation Minibus - 00h20 - 10km
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 0h30
- Distance 1 km
- Positive elevation gain 50 m
- Negative elevation 50 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A final morning in the mountains to integrate everything you've experienced. Morning meditation by Lake Bozel or in the hills above the traditional villages, depending on your energy level. The sun rises over the peaks, the air is crystal clear, and you are fully present in this suspended moment.
Snow Elixir Discovery Workshop – a rare transmission of knowledge into the subtle medicines of the mountains. You will discover, among other things, Snow Crystal (purification and inner peace), Transformed Snow (life reorientation), and/or Snowmelt (cyclical shifts). You will learn to recognize and use these ancestral preparations that capture the vibrational energy of the winter elements for your personal transformation. Practical and theoretical exercises will allow you to leave with this precious knowledge and integrate its power into your daily life.
A farewell brunch outdoors with panoramic views of the mountains that have hosted you for these four days. A convivial moment to savor together the end of this frosty interlude.
You leave at 2:00 PM, regenerated, your heart full of this reconnection to life, transformed by this authentic sensory revelation.
Day 4
Note
The order and content of activities may be modified according to snow conditions, weather and the level of the group, to guarantee your safety and optimal comfort.
Accommodation
Chalets designed for your well-being
Your fully equipped chalet offers the privacy and space you need: a functional kitchen to prepare meals at your own pace, a cozy living area with a wood-burning stove, comfortable bedrooms, and a terrace with mountain views. Everything is there to make you feel right at home, only better.
An ideal location
Located in Bozel, the true gateway to the Vanoise, you are at the perfect starting point to explore all the routes of your stay.
An authentic place where the mountain spirit is fully experienced, between modern comfort and connection to nature.
Access
Flexible schedule according to your transport constraints (train/bus): we can adapt to +/- 30 minutes.
Go to the starting point
Free parking on site
Price details
The price includes
ACCOMMODATION
- 3 nights in a cozy chalet in Bozel (maximum 4 people)
- Accommodation in a shared room (1 double room + 1 twin room + 1 extra bed in the living room)
- Wood-burning stove and equipped dining area
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfasts on days 2 and 3 (organic and local products)
- Dinners on days 1, 2 and 3 are homemade with organic, natural and local products
- Day 4 departure brunch outdoors with panoramic views
PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISION
- Full support by Loréleï Rodrigo, State-certified Mountain Guide
- Supervision of snowshoeing and Nordic walking excursions
- All yoga sessions (snow yoga, cold yoga, restorative yoga)
- Sophrology sessions and talking circles
- Guided meditations
ACTIVITIES & WORKSHOPS
- Snowshoeing Day 1: Courchevel Le Praz - Montcharvet
- Complete introduction to cold yoga Day 2: Lac de la Rosière (theory + practice)
- Snowshoeing or Nordic walking Day 3: Vanoise National Park
- Night torchlight walk Day 3
- Morning Meditation Day 4
- Snow Elixirs Discovery Workshop Day 4 (practice + transmission)
- Entry to the Aquawellness area of the Aquamotion Centre Day 2 (free afternoon)
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
- All transfers by minibus to the activity sites (Courchevel Le Praz, Lac de la Rosière, Champagny-le-Haut)
- Public shuttles included
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT
- Yoga and Pilates equipment provided for all sessions
- Torches for the nighttime stroll
The price does not include
FORWARDING
- Return transport to Bozel (train station, airport, personal vehicle)
- Taxi fares or private transfers from Moûtiers/Salin/Brides train stations
MEALS NOT INCLUDED
- Picnics on days 1, 2 and 3 (possibility of group purchases at the local cooperative in Bozel)
- Drinks during meals
- Energy bars and personal snacks
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
- Snowshoe rental: €10 per day per person
- Nordic walking pole rental: €5 per person for the activity
ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
- Cancellation, repatriation, and trip interruption insurance (highly recommended)
PERSONAL EXPENSES
- Spa treatments and massages at the Aquamotion Centre (extra charge, reservation required)
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes"
Options
- Additional night before the stay : CHF79.59 / person
- Flex fare and insurance
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.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Yoga and Pilates equipment provided for all sessions
- Torches for the nighttime stroll
Equipment to bring
- Snowshoes (available for rent on site)
- Walking poles with large snow baskets (optional but very useful)
- Hiking backpack (ideally around 30 liters) with a waist belt
- Rain cover / waterproof bag cover to protect your belongings (optional but very useful)
- Waterproof hiking boots with high tops are ideal
- Gaiters (optional but very useful) to prevent snow from getting into your shoes
- Insulated thermos with a capacity of at least 1 to 2 liters
- Additional water bottle or thermos
- Category 3 or 4 sunglasses
- High protection sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Lip balm with UV protection
- Yoga mat (also available on site)
- An insulating layer to put under your yoga mat (optional but very useful)
- A blanket or throw for relaxation time (optional but very useful)
- Notebook and pen for notes, drawings, intentions...
- Complete toiletry kit
- Hair dryer if necessary
- Swiss Army knife or pocket knife
- Earplugs
- Book, reading journal
- Card game
- A culinary specialty from your region to share (no need to be healthy!)
Note: There is a pharmacy in Bozel if needed.
Prioritize borrowing and renting: Before buying new equipment, consider these eco-friendly alternatives:
- Borrow from your relatives, friends, family or mountain clubs
- Rent snowshoes and technical equipment on site (often better quality and newer)
- Check out peer-to-peer rental platforms (Kiwiiz, Sharee, etc.)
- Buy second-hand if you need to acquire equipment (Vinted, Leboncoin, equipment exchanges)
This approach is not only economical but also ecological: it limits the production of new equipment and reduces your carbon footprint.
Clothing to bring
- Technical underwear (top and bottom)
- Technical long-sleeved T-shirts (2-3 sleeves, quick-drying)
- Warm hiking socks (bring several pairs)
- Warm fleece
- Lightweight, compressible down jacket
- Gore-tex jacket or waterproof and windproof anorak
- Water-repellent technical hiking pants
- Waterproof over-trousers (Gore-tex type) or ski trousers
- Thermal tights / underpants
- Warm hat
- Neck warmer or neck gaiter (buff)
- Thin gloves (for walking)
- Warm mittens or gloves (for breaks)
- Cap or headband (depending on conditions)
- Comfortable and stretchy outfit for practice
- Warm and comfortable indoor clothing
- Pyjamas or nightwear
- Swimsuit & Bath Towels for the Spa
- Comfortable indoor slippers
