'THE GREAT SNOWSHOE ADVENTURES' SNOWSHOE DAY TOURS - CHAMONIX FRANCE Explore the parts others can't reach. Walk classic Chamonix Valley trails. Frustrated with lack of ski progress and aching muscles? Enjoy a real wilderness experience far from the madding crowd. Instruction & Guided Tours Full Day 6 hours - Guide Fee 165€ Half Day 3 hours - Guide Fee 85€ Guide fee is divided by the number of persons in the group. Price does not include hire of equipment. Cost for snow shoe hire and poles is approximately 10€ per day / 7€ per half day. MULTI DAY TOURS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST What do you need? Ski jacket / Salopettes Hat / Gloves Lightweight boots ALL SNOWSHOEING TOURS MEET AT THE GRAND MONTETS TELEPHERIQUE STATION IN ARGENTIERE AND ARE LED BY UIMLA / BAIML MOUNTAIN LEADERS SNOWSHOE WEEKS - CHAMONIX FRANCE An introduction to Snowshoe Techniques and Adventures in and above the Chamonix Valley COURSE DATES - Most Weeks January to March 2009 DURATION - 6 days. Ventures run Saturday to Saturday COST - £720 per person minimum 2 INCLUDED Fully Guided / Instructed Course with UIMLA / BAIML Mountain Leader Use of all specialist equipment B&B Accommodation in Argentiere NOT INCLUDED Mountain Insurance - please see details on Mountainbaggers Philosophy page Travel to/from Chamonix Ski Passes if used COURSE DETAILS All courses are led by UIMLA / BAIML mountain leaders resident in the Chamonix Valley. This course is designed for hill walkers wanting to extend their experiences and explore areas previously not accessible on foot or ski. MOUNTAINBAGGERS reserve the right to keep the programme flexible depending upon weather, snow conditions and overall group abilities. ITINERARY ARRIVAL A chance to meet the team, other course members and to discuss the programme for the coming week. This will also be an equipment briefing / check. DAY 1. Introduction to Snowshoeing Equipment / Techniques - Chamonix Valley trails. DAY 2. All day snowshoe trek - Le Tour - Col De Balme. DAY 3. Snowshoe Tour - Vallorcine Area - includes snowcraft techniques. DAY 4 / 5 / 6 All day high level snowshoe treks. DEPARTURE. Home If you require any further information please E-mail