Hiking Full day hike

The Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix will help you discover the incredible diversity of mountain life. Enjoy the exceptional beauty of the mountain landscapes of the Chamonix Valley and the Pays du Mont Blanc during a day hike. Whatever your experience and your form, our hikes suitable for the whole family will introduce you to mountain flora and fauna as well as places with a centuries-old history. If you want to discover trail running, please see our trail running outing.

Weekly program day trips
Shaded routes adapted to the heat wave

The detailed program is available in our premises, it changes every week on the basis of the following themes:

Monday : The mountain pastures of the Chamonix valley
At Vallorcine village, set off to meet the alpagiste. Between tradition and modernity, they will tell you about the evolution of mountain farming and you will enjoy a tasting of their local products. Elevation: 700m

Tuesday : Altitude lakes facing Mont Blanc
Hike to discover the mythical places that have made the reputation of the Chamonix Valley. Enjoy, facing Mont Blanc, exceptional panoramas and high-altitude lakes in which the snow-capped peaks are reflected. Elevation: 500m - 700m

Wednesday : The Glacier des Bossons
A hike to the foot of one of the longest glacial tongues in Europe. The melting has recently created an outstanding turquoise lake. Elevation: 700m.

Thursday : New horizons
Leave the Chamonix Valley for other mountains and landscapes. A selection of the most beautiful hikes in the Pays du Mont Blanc (Val Monjoie, Aravis, Haut Giffre ...) to discover the natural and cultural heritage of the High Savoyard: Elevation: 700m - 1000m

Friday : Global warming
Excursion dedicated to the consequences of global warming in the Mont-Blanc Massif. Elevation: 700- 1000m

Saturday : The mountain pastures of the Chamonix valley
At Vallorcine village, set off to meet the alpagiste. Between tradition and modernity, they will tell you about the evolution of mountain farming and you will enjoy a tasting of their local products. Elevation: 700m

Sunday : Altitude lakes facing Mont Blanc
Hike to discover the mythical places that have made the reputation of the Chamonix Valley. Enjoy, facing Mont Blanc, exceptional panoramas and high-altitude lakes in which the snow-capped peaks are reflected. Elevation: 500m - 700m
 

UNUSUAL OUTINGS
Tuesday : Sunrise at Les Ayères
We leave the Guides' company early in the morning for a refreshing sunrise hike. Our minibus takes us to the starting point of this excursion. Depending on the departure date, we may use headlamps to start our ascent towards Lac Vert. Nature awakens and the rising sun bathes the summit of Mont-Blanc in its rosy rays.
As we continue our ascent, we may be lucky enough to spot deer, roe deer and ibex as we make our way towards the Ayères mountain pasture. You'll be privileged to enjoy the peace and quiet of this site, far from the hustle and bustle of early morning hikers who have risen later. We head back down mid-morning to be back before lunchtime.
A cool early-morning hike offers a unique experience, allowing you to take full advantage of the beauty of nature and the Alpine landscape.
Massif elevation : 600m

Wednesday evening : Sunset at Chailloux
We begin a magnificent ascent towards Pierre Blanche, the gateway to the Carlaveyron Nature Reserve. Our destination is the Chailloux mountain pasture, where we may spot a few chamois enjoying the cool, quiet evening.
Once we've arrived, we settle down to enjoy our picnic lunch while gazing at a superb sunset over the majestic Mont Blanc massif. It's a privileged moment to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the mountains.
The descent takes place at dusk, as night gradually falls. Equipped with our headlamps, we make our way in complete safety to our starting point at around 11pm.
This hike offers a unique experience, combining the splendor of Alpine scenery, the tranquility of the evening and wildlife observation.
Massif elevation : 600m