Family-friendly multi-activity options in the Bauges Natural Park
In summary
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Sports
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Duration6 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationBauges Mountains / Savoy
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AgeFrom 6 - 80 years
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CO₂-Emissions85.98 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
In the heart of the Bauges Mountains , this trip takes you to explore a wild territory, still untouched by mass tourism . Designated a regional natural park , this secluded mountain range unfolds a mosaic of landscapes, from flowery alpine pastures and dense forests to crystal-clear rivers and mountain chalets . It's the perfect playground for a family adventure , punctuated by outdoor activities suitable for all ages. Each day becomes a unique opportunity for discovery and personal growth , with easy walks, outdoor games, and moments of quiet contemplation.
This stay invites you to pass on to your children a taste for effort and the joy of sport, in an authentic and rejuvenating setting. Here, the mountains are experienced in their simplicity, with a return to the essentials conducive to disconnecting .
Immersed in this bountiful natural setting, you will share powerful and intimate moments, following the rhythm of daily adventures on the Bauges plateaus and ridges. A revitalizing interlude to marvel together, far from the hustle and bustle, and reconnect with what truly matters: nature, family, and the joy of movement .
The highlights
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Unusual and comfortable accommodations
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A fun activity every day
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One night in a staffed mountain refuge facing Mont Blanc
Photos
Sport
Level
Summer multi-activity
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 3h30
- Average distance/day: 6 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 350 m
- Average daily descent: 375 m
Canyoning
- Average duration/day: 3h
Dog hiking
- Average duration/day: 2h30
Treetop adventure course
- Average duration/day: 2h30
Management
We'll welcome you on the first day and give you your Roadbook with all the technical and practical information for your stay. Your travel guide will be with you everywhere. 🗺️
Program
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Arith Hike - Mariet Plateau - The Mountain Refuge
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 5 km
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 100 m
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
After being welcomed at the office and receiving a pre-trip briefing, you'll head to the starting point of the hike, a 10-minute drive away. For the first two days, you'll hike independently. We'll provide you with a map showing the route, a guidebook, and we'll review the basics of map reading.
You set off above the village of Arith, heading towards Mariet: a wide valley opening to the north, which, via numerous paths and passages, leads to the hidden valleys of La Revêche. You then reach your accommodation at a leisurely pace, a welcoming refuge where you will spend the night.
The landscape then opens up towards the distant Jura mountains, the entire Bauges massif, and of course the "Big Brother" of the Alps: Mont Blanc!
Day 1 -
Hike The refuge - Col de la Cochette - Arith
- Transportation Car - 00h10 - 10km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 6 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 650 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A lie-in at the refuge, followed by breakfast with a view of Mont Blanc, is not out of the question! You will then head towards the Col de la Cochette (1,317 m) and the Chalet Pernet (1,438 m), from where a 360° panorama allows you to admire seven different alpine massifs.
The afternoon continues with a crossing of the plateaus before descending back towards the Chalet de la Plate and the starting point of the previous day.
Day 2 -
Aquarando
- Transportation Car - 00h45 - 25km
- Activity Canyoning
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
For a first whitewater experience, the Nant de Galpigny aquarando is the ideal family route. Immerse yourself in the world of whitewater in the heart of an exceptional natural geosites. This introductory course, without any rope handling, allows for a gentle and safe progression.
Discover the sensations of canyoning: small jumps, natural water slides, swimming in pools… At the end of the course, you explore by swimming the superb terminal section of the Pont du Diable to the last waterfall.
In the afternoon, you take the road to reach your tipi, set up in the middle of the alpine pastures, for a night full of charm and escape.
Day 3 -
Canirando
- Activity Dog hiking
- Duration of the activity 2h30
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You'll meet your four-legged companions during the visit to the Nordic dog farm. The mushers will explain the pack's life and their daily work. The visit lasts approximately one hour.
You then choose the dog that will pull you during the one-hour ride. Back at the base, you take the animals back to their hut and say goodbye.
Activity from 10am to 12:30pm.
Day 4 -
Tree climbing
- Activity Treetop adventure course
- Duration of the activity 2h30
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
This treetop adventure park offers a unique and thrilling experience in the heart of the trees. Thanks to courses adapted to all levels, you can take on challenges, push your limits, and have fun with complete confidence.
Our team of enthusiasts will accompany you throughout the activity to guarantee your safety and guide you in your progress.
Come and experience thrills and create unforgettable memories in the heart of nature.
Day 5 -
Summer toboggan
- Activity Autre
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Seated in a large round inflatable tube, you hurtle down a 180-meter-long track, complete with banked turns. The tube spins in one direction, then the other, for even more thrills.
For the more daring, try the big jump : your inflatable tube launches itself on a big jump for maximum thrills, before landing gently on a big air bag.
Self-guided activity, at your own pace — 6 sessions per person
The stay ended in the early afternoon.
Day 6
Note
A vehicle is required. You will use your own vehicle for travel. Activities may be conducted in a different order depending on the availability of service providers.
Accommodation
Tipi Village
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodations as outlined in the program
- Dinner on Day 1 and breakfasts on Days 2 and 3
- Welcome and briefing on the first day of the stay
- Entrance to the treetop adventure park (discovery course)
- 6 runs per person on the summer toboggan run
- A half-day dog-hiking excursion with an educational visit to a kennel
- An aquarando outing for a first experience of whitewater
- Self-guided hiking (2 days) with guidebook and map
- A travel journal – with the discovery guide
The price does not include
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Drinks and personal expenses
- The journey to the activity location – a vehicle is essential
Options
- Additional night before your stay : CHF41.17 / 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
Clothing to bring
Hiking and overnight stay in a mountain refuge:
- Gourd
- Hiking backpack: 30/35 L minimum for adults – 10 to 20 liters for children depending on their age
- High-top, waterproof walking shoe
- Layer 1 "outer": a lightweight, waterproof, windproof garment such as Gore-Tex.
- Layer 2 "warm layer" fleece or down jacket + hat or headband
- Layer 3: T-shirt made of breathable, quick-drying material
- Rain cape
- thick hiking sock
- Shorts or walking pants
- Hat or cap
- Category 3 sunglasses
- Sleeping bag liners are mandatory in mountain huts.
- An airtight container with a spoon and a knife
- Sunscreen SPF 50
- A small first-aid kit with supplies for treating blisters, Biafine or aloe vera for sunburn…
Cani-rando, treetop adventure courses and tubing:
- Comfortable sportswear adapted to the day's conditions: light if it's sunny – warm if necessary
- Basketball-style sports shoe
- Category 3 sunglasses
- Hat or cap
Aquarando:
- Bath towel
- Swimsuit
- Sports sneakers that can go in the water – not water shoes
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