The trip
LEVEL **
Elevation: +/- 500m average per day.
Walking time: 4 to 5 hours average per day.
Type of trek: flexible adaptable routes. Easy treks from 8 to 12km maximum per day.
Tour open to children from 6 years old.
Please find the description of the levels by clicking here: Level of difficulty
GUIDING
Number in a group between 6 and 14 people supervised by a qualified professional mountain leader.
To thank your guide, it is usual to tip him at the end of the trek. It is not mandatory but, it is very appreciated.
GET YOUR IMAGINATION WORKING
The Chablais mountains are particularly suited to the discovery of the alpine environment:
- Typical farmed mountain pastures watched over by shepherds;
- Easily reached mountain summits;
- Wildlife in abundance that we can observe with binoculars and spot their tracks;
- Large panorama of the Alps, ideal to learn about geography and geology (if you feel like it!);
- Historic region full of tales of smuggling, gold prospectors, shepherds secrets and more...
We have designed this program with children in mind but also so you may enjoy this experience with them.
TRAVELLING WITH A DONKEY
Donkeys are your children's companions. They motivate the children to walk beside them, carry the bags for the day, enjoy being brushed, gently led by the bridle and cuddled. They can carry a tired young hiker (children 40kg maximum) on their backs when the terrain permits.
Donkeys walk at around 4km/h and are not able to travel rapidly, but with a little firmness and lots of affection, you'll quickly win over your hiking companion.
One donkey is provided for 3-4 children.
The donkey is a docile, placid and gentle creature but has its own character! It can be unpredictable and we must always remain vigilant. During the hike, the possibility for a child to sit on the donkey is the sole responsibility of the adult responsible for the child. It is therefore requested to have accident and personal liability insurance.
ACCOMMODATION
2 nights camping (tents and mattresses provided, *bring your own sleeping bag) ;
2 nights in family rooms for 2 to 4 people in a gîte or hotel ;
1 night in dormitory in refuge.
The "hunter" style basecamp is as comfortable as possible whilst keeping close to nature: communal mess tent with dining table and wood stove, family tents for the night with thick sleeping mats, fire pit area for the barbecue, compost toilet and washing area.
The refuge does not have any shower.
MEALS
Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation or prepared together at the camp. During the two nights in the bivouac, meals are prepared together and the dishes are washed together using water from the nearby spring. It's a collective living space that provides a break from the usual rhythm of life and requires everyone to get involved.
Picnics are included and are carefully prepared daily by your mountain leader, comprising a variety of healthy salads and local products.
Please inform us about your food allergies and special diets at the time of booking.
We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring some additional products for your own picnics.
MAPS
IGN 3528ET Morzine (1/25 000) GROUPE
6 Days
Guided / with a guide
With baggage transportation
Refuge & hotel
Level ** 
From 715 €
Next departure on 06/07/25
