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Summer 2025
The Feb 2025 snowshoes and avalanche training, with theory and practical exercises outdoor (avalanche bulletin & snow profile, map reading and route planning, how to utilize transceiver/shovel/probe) was postponed due to bad weather and will be proposed again for Winter 2025/26.
Looking forward to spring hikes and summer, see the brand new "REICHENBACHTAL DISCOVERY" (27th Sept - 1st Oct), 4-5 days trek between Meiringen and Grindelwald.
Last, after successfully completing in July 2024 the VIA ALPINA trek, check out the new "2025 EDITION" (1st Oct - 4th Oct). Stay tuned for more!
Note:
N. of participants: typically max. 6-8 pp. In case of larger groups, might be possible to arrange engaging multiple guides.
In most cases the arrival point is different from the departure point. The goal is to enjoy the most when being outdoors, with the possiblity to customize the trek routes. For these reasons no fixed end time is listed, suggesting to avoid cars and rather relying on Swiss public transportation for a more flexible experience.
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SNOWSHOE WEEKEND
SNOWSHOE WEEKEND
& basic avalanche training
& basic avalanche training
Date: POSTPONED - pending
Meeting point: Tannenboden (SG), h. 9:00 AM
Excursion: experience a combination of fitness with snowshoes hike (WT2 difficulty, 10 km average per day, 600m up, 600m down, 4-5 h), learn the basics of avalanche and safety. The training will include theory as well as practice with transceiver, shovel and probe. We will close the day with gourmet food and finally relax our muscles in the outdoor hot pot!
Max altitude: 2400m
Accommodation: shared room in mountain hut
Price & Group size: 350 CHF/person. Min 6, max 8 participants
ALPSTEIN & Säntis (9. - 10. Aug)
ALPSTEIN & Säntis (9. - 10. Aug)
Date: 9 & 10th August
Meeting point: Wildhaus (SG), h. 9:00 AM
Excursion: Let's discover the "heroes of Säntis", the porters who daily hiked this trail to deliver equipment and goods to the observatory at the peak. Immerse yourself into a long trek on the edge between Sankt Gallen and Appenzell cantons. Overnight at Zwinglipasshütte SAC. Vivid colors, steep cliffs and mountain lakes will finally lead you to the Säntis, the highest peak of Appenzell. Lift included, down to the valley (Schwägalp).
Max altitude: 2'500 m
Tips: alternative routes from Wasserauen or Brulisau - on request
Price & Group size: 300 CHF/person*, min 4, max 7 participants
Note: arrival point is different than meeting point/departure
REICHENBACHTAL discovery: MEIRINGEN to GRINDELWALD - 4/5 DAYS (27. Sep - 1. oct)
REICHENBACHTAL discovery: MEIRINGEN to GRINDELWALD - 4/5 DAYS (27. Sep - 1. oct)
Date: 27th Sept to 1st Oct 2025, to be confirmed
Start: Meiringen (BE), h. 10:00 AM
End: Grindelwald (BE), h. 8:30 AM
Excursion: the proposed trek covers part of Via Alpina, though with a deeper look and focus on the whole Reichenbachtal valley. We will start by visiting the powerful glacier water of Aare gorges. In the following days explore the peaceful valley, located between Meiringen and Grindelwald, a kind of "portal" to access the more known and touristic Jungfrau region where our trek would end. Let's find out about history, traditions and nature of Reichenbach, with panoramic views towards the biggest peaks of canton Bern.
Detailed plan provided only upon request.
Good fitness level required: T2-T3 trek, 10-15 km, 1000m up, 1000m down, 5 h hiking time per day
Accommodation: shared rooms in hotels or Berggasthaus
Price & Group size: min 3, max 5 participants
1'500 CHF/person, in case of group of 3 people
1'250 CHF/person, in case of group of 5 people
VIA ALPINA 2025: bernese alps - 4 days (1. - 4. Oct)
VIA ALPINA 2025: bernese alps - 4 days (1. - 4. Oct)
Date: 1st Oct to 4th Oct 2025, to be confirmed
Visit the Gallery from 2024 edition!
Start: Lauterbrunnen (BE), h. 10:00 AM
End: Adelboden (BE), h. 16:00 PM
Excursion: "Via Alpina" project was born in 1999 by the association "Grande Traversée des Alpes" (in coordination across Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Slovenia, Switzerland). The proposed trek covers "core" of the Bernese Alps. We will meet and depart from Lauterbrunnen/Mürren, with incredible views of Eiger, Jungfrau and Mönch. The path continues in direction Gspaltenhornhütte SAC (1st overnight) and later head down towards Griesalp and Kiental. The following day our trek will reach its highest point at about 2'850m in Blüemlisalp. From there, a long decent till facing the amazing Oeschinensee lake. After a good sleep in Kandersteg the last day will lead us to Engstligenalp waterfalls and Adelboden.
Detailed plan provided only upon request.
Note: high fitness level required, T2/T3 trek, 15 km, 1500m up, 1500m down, 6 h hiking time per day
Accommodation: shared rooms within hotel, hostel or SAC hut
Price & Group size: Min 3, max 6 participants
1'390 CHF/person, in case of group of 3 people
1'050 CHF/person, in case of group of 6 people
Pizol 5 lakes - 1 day
Pizol 5 lakes - 1 day
Date: Summer 2025, date to be defined
Meeting point: Wangs Pizolbahn (SG), at 9:00 AM
Excursion: from Gaffia, panoramic hike with five crystal clear mountain lakes, over Glarus and Grisons mountains. Direction Pizolhütte (last lift at 16:00). Bring your own snacks.
Max altitude: 2490m
Ascent & Descent: 1000m / 600m
Length & Duration: 11km, 4h15 (excl. breaks)
Price: on request
GEOLOGY HIKe - 1 day
GEOLOGY HIKe - 1 day
Date: Summer 2025, date to be defined
Meeting point: Flims Dorf (GR), at 10:00 AM
Excursion: Long hiking day and guided geology tour: from Startgels, across Sardona Tectonic arena exploring the origins of our Alps, direction Tschinglenalp down to Elm. Bring your own snacks.
Max altitude: 2625m
Ascent & Descent: 1100m / 1150m
Length & Duration: 11km, 5h15 (excl. breaks)
Note: arrival point is different than meeting point/departure
Price: on request
* Price in CHF, per person. Assuming a group of min n. 4 adults. Subject to slight changes, according to exact tour scope (start/end point, alternate trek, additional lifts, etc.) and actual n. of participants registered for the hike.
Price includes:
Overnight stay at SAC hut and half pension for each guest. Planning and animation by Mountain Leader, as well as his expenses for the specific trek. Price includes train-bus-lift tickets where clearly mentioned for each trek, assuming the participants to be in possession of SBB Half Fare.
Price does not include:
Private or public means of transportation to the trek location/starting point and return. Any meal/beverage such as lunch/snacks which are not part of half pension, unless clearly specified. Travel cancellation or rescue insurance.
Payment:
To be performed at booking, 100%, cash.
TWINT or bank transfer possible for larger amounts; payment details will be transmitted to the participants at booking.
In case of cancellation by the participants: 50% fee is due if cancellation within 30 to 15 days prior to the start of agreed trek; 100% fee is due in case of cancellation within 14 days or in case of no show.
Trek Confirmation:
when reaching minimum n. of 4 participants
safe weather conditions
at latest within 72 h before the trek departure time.
Remarks:
Do not buy any train/lift tickets until the trek and specific route are confirmed
Detailed map of the trek will be provided upon request, after trek's confirmation
In case of unfavourable and unsafe weather conditions or disrupted transportation connections, it will be guide's responsibility to propose a different trek location (plan B) or suggest different dates prior agreement between the parties.
By signing up, participants take personal responsibility for her/his knowledge and abilities, alpine skills, fitness level and any health issues. As well confirm for having valid and sufficient health and accident insurance that also covers search, rescue and repatriation costs.
What to bring - specific Equipment List will we provided for each hike:
personal showshoes & avalanche safety kit (transceiver, probe, shovel) or ask for advice / possible rental
solid hiking boots
ID card
own packed lunch, snacks & drinks (for multiple days, where applicable)
own medicines (if any)
cash, in case of expenses at the hut or others (e.g. parking, drinks)
sleeping linen, eventually pillow case and ear plugs
battery storage
towel & slippers (if not provided at the accommodation)
sunscreen, hat & gloves, sunglasses
rain jacket to protect in case of wind/rain
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