included and not included :)
Included:
Certified mountain guide(s) throughout the camp
2 nights in local chalet
1 night in mountain refuge (half board, so dinner and breakfast)
Bedrock coordination & support
Trekking and mountain skills sessions
Not included:
Personal fuelling/snacks and drinks
Personal gear and equipment
Any personal expenses in refuge
Travel to Chamonix before/after camp
Personal insurance
To recap!
Dates: 5-8 August 2027
Level: Intermediate / Autonomy in the mountains
Goal: Learn mountain progression + reach the summit
Group size: Small group experience
Location: Chamonix
Payment: [price], payment plans can be provided upon request.
Equipment needed
Trekking equipment:
Hiking boots, trekking poles, backpack, and a helmet if you have one for any rocky sections.
Most can be lent by our official partner Simond.
And to bring too:
Tall/hiking socks
Technical base layer
Light fleece
Down jacket
Gore-Tex jacket
Mountain trousers
Gore-Tex trousers (if you have them)
Gloves (not too thick, not too thin)
Backpack
Headlamp
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Sleeping bag liner (for the refuge)
See you soon!
What to Expect
THE PLAN!
Physically, you should be able to link several full days in the mountains, including 6 to 8 hours of hiking per day at a steady pace, with a pack on your back, without pushing beyond your limits.
Because this is a progression-based camp, we take the application process seriously to make sure everyone in the group has the right foundations and can move safely together.
If you’re unsure whether your experience or fitness level is suitable, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’d be happy to chat :)
This camp is about understanding the mountain environment, learning how to plan and pace a trek, and gaining confidence to move safely in high-altitude terrain.
our week
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Thursday 5: Meet-up & First Steps
Meeting in Chamonix
We meet in the morning, get to know each other and go through the plan for the days ahead.Simond gear introduction
We’ll take some time to discover the Simond gear (official partner), check the equipment we’ll be using throughout the trek and pack as light as possible. Essentials not to forget (gear provided by Simond, don’t worry).Kicking off the trip
We set off together to town to have a kick off dinner and early night before the go time (: -
Friday 6: On the Trail
A full day of trekking ((:
After an early breakfast, we continue along the route. We’ll take our time, enjoy a picnic lunch outside and keep building skills along the way.Evening at the refuge
A small apéro and dinner together, going through the day’s lessons and a little workshop. -
Saturday 7: Heading Higher
Another big day on the trail
We continue our journey, with the pack getting lighter (and the legs getting stronger).Specialty dinner at the refuge (yummmmmmmm)
Once settled in, we’ll cook and share a proper mountain fondue together.A simple and cosy evening at the refuge, surrounded by the mountains, before an early start the next morning.
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Sunday 8: Last Stretch
GETTING TO THE FINISH
An early start for the final stretch, putting everything you’ve learned this week into practice!Arrival at the end point, a well-deserved meal together, then home time :(
One last night together at a lovely local restaurant to sign off
Who is this for?
This camp is for:
Hikers and mountain lovers looking to take the next step
Participants with some previous trekking or mountain experience
Those looking to build practical skills and progress towards greater autonomy in the mountains
People comfortable on steep, rocky and uneven mountain trails
Those able to handle 6-8 hours of mountain activity for several consecutive days
You should feel comfortable with long days in the mountains and have a reasonable fitness base.
You don’t need any previous experience planning or leading a trek, but a good fitness level and a love of the outdoors are required.