Discover Snowshoeing in the Giffre Valley near Samoëns

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3 hrs
Everybody welcome
From€30

Pack a warm outfit and set off on a snowshoe hike in the Giffre valley near Samoëns, thanks to this accessible activity!

Accessible to all and organised to give you an enjoyable and practical experience, this discovery of snowshoeing in the Giffre valley is not to be missed during your stay in Haute-Savoie. Whether you're staying in Samoëns, Taninges or even Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, your professional guide Mathias will organise a pick-up service across the Giffre valley to take you out to discover the magic of winter on snowshoes.

Your activity begins with pick-up and transport to the starting point of your snowshoe hike in the Giffre valley. On arrival, your professional guide will give you a short briefing on the route and how to use your snowshoes. You can then set off on flat, easy trails to enjoy the winter atmosphere of the Chablais massif.

During this snowshoeing discovery near Samoëns, you'll take the time to observe the plants and animals of the Giffre valley while listening to the comments of your professional naturalist guide. Your guide will also lend you a portable spotting scope, so you can take photos of the animals without disturbing them and in complete safety. This immersion in the unspoilt nature of Haute-Savoie will delight young and old alike!

In a small group of just 12 participants, you'll enjoy a personalised experience with Mathias and a friendly atmosphere during your snowshoe outing near Samoëns. This snowshoe hike in Haute-Savoie is perfect for families and beginners staying in Samoëns, Taninges or Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval who want to take the time to discover the unspoilt nature of the Chablais massif. If this sounds like you, don't hesitate to book this hike!

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Practical information

Snowshoe hike in the Giffre valley, accessible to all, with a professional guide who will help you discover the animals and plants of the region.

  • A 3 to 4km loop with 100m of ascent.
  • Depending on the weather, the hike will take place in the sixt-fer-à-cheval nature reserve or in the ‘’vallée de la crotte"
Course of events
  • Pick-ups in the Giffre valley between Taninges and Sixt.
  • Car journey to the start of the hike.
  • Activity briefing.
  • Snowshoe hiking on routes with very little change in altitude or difficulty.
  • Observation of plants and animals with commentary from your naturalist guide.
  • Equipped with a long lens that can be fitted to a mobile phone, you can take photos of animals without disturbing them and in complete safety.
  • Return to the trailhead and debrief.
  • End of the activity, car pool and return.
Activity requirements

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

A minimum of 2 participants is required for the activity to take place.

Special terms

Pick-ups are organised in the Giffre valley between Taninges and Sixt. Please contact your guide once your booking gets confirmed to inform them of your pick-up location.

Pets are allowed on this activity.

It is possible to take part in this hike with a baby carrier.

Meeting point:
Pick-ups in the Giffre valley between Taninges and Sixt
Spoken languages:French, English
Included
  • Snowshoes
  • Hiking poles
  • Transport for up to 8 people
  • Observation material
Excluded
  • Food & drink
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing suited to the weather
  • Warm, waterproof footwear
  • Beanie
  • Scarf
  • Gloves
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks

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