Night in an igloo and Snowshoe Hike in La Meije near La Grave

Escape your daily routine on this snowshoe hike near La Grave, spend a night in an igloo and enjoy a view of the Meije glaciers!

Emparis plateau sector (2300 m) | Level 3,4 - Moderate + to difficult

3 options available from €220

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From€330
3 half days
Very sporty
From 18 years-old and up

Practical information

Snowshoeing trip near La Grave, with a night in an igloo.

  • Difference in altitude: 500 to 600m (Plateau d'Emparis / Balcon de la Meije)
Course of events

Please allow a day and a half in total for this activity. Departure will be in the morning and the return will be at the end of the morning the following day, with a maximum effective walking time (excluding breaks) of 3h30.

  • Meeting point to be determined (Pays de la Meije sector).
  • You will be briefed by your experienced guide on the planned itinerary and safety instructions.
  • Departure for an exploration of the Meije region.
  • Discover the natural and human environment with your enthusiastic guide.
  • Building an igloo (2h30)
  • Your guide prepares dinner.
  • A short stroll to watch the sunset.
  • Hot drinks.
  • Night in an igloo.
  • Wake up and have breakfast with your guide.
  • Return hike (3h)
Activity requirements

Participants should be able to complete a 3h30 hike with a 600m ascent.

A minimum of 4 participants is required for the activity to take place.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult to take part.


Special terms

We recommend that you take out personal accident insurance covering mountain sports at any altitude.

Don't forget to let us know if you are receiving any special treatment and/or are under medical supervision.

People with motor, mental/psychic or cognitive disabilities, infants and pets are not allowed to take part in this activity.

The duration and itinerary of this activity depend on the weather.


Meeting point:
Location to be determined at a later date Pays de la Meije sector
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Supervision by a qualified mountain leader
  • Hiking poles
  • Snowshoes
  • Avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel
  • All equipment: adapted sleeping bag, mattresses, tarpaulins, individual and collective cooking utensils, stove and gas.
  • A course tailored to your level and interests
  • Complimentary hot drinks (coffee/tea)
  • Collective first aid kit and radio linked to the mountain rescue service
  • Photo montage of your outing
  • Collective dinner and breakfast
  • Water filter
  • Stove and gas
Excluded
  • Vehicle transport to the meeting point and departure point of the outing
  • Snacks
  • Lunchtime picnic
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm hat or headband
  • Warm clothing adapted to the weather
  • Warm trekking-type mountain boots suitable for snow
  • Neck warmer or Buff Ski mask (useful in windy or snowy conditions)
  • Technical underwear (merino wool)
  • Rucksack (30L max)
  • Basic first aid kit
  • Sunglasses
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Individual meals-on-wheels
  • Bag sheet
  • Headlamp
  • Toilet paper and plastic bag
  • 50L bin bag for 3
  • Warm tights and a warm merino top for the night
  • Spare socks
  • Lunchtime picnic