About us
This group is meant for international or international-minded people around the Lausanne area. Please feel free to join the Meetup trips if you like to meet new people and do outdoor activities together. We organise hiking trips, via ferrata, canyoning, bouldering, or ski trips. Also please feel free to suggest any other ideas if you have a great idea for any kind of outdoor activity :)
Upcoming events
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- CHF 1,250.00
Immersion in the Swiss National Park
Location not specified yetFull details and inscription on https://along-the-ridge.ch/en/event-item/stay-national-park-national-07-26/ . Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website.
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The Swiss National Park and the Engadine are natural jewels where Nature expresses itself in all its splendour. Rivers still flow freely, landscapes are wild, and wildlife is omnipresent. Set off in quest of the Grisons’ “Big Five +1”: bearded vulture, marmot, roe deer, ibex, red deer, and golden eagle. I have deliberately added the latter to the list, as it deserves its place there.
I will take you on a 4-day semi-itinerant hike in the Swiss National Park: 2 nights in a superb hotel in Zernez with a SPA, followed by 1 night in a mountain hut in the heart of the park for total immersion.Day 1 : First steps in the park. Arrival in Zernez in the late morning. After dropping off luggage at the hotel, we set off on our first immersion hike in the park. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon to enjoy the SPA and relax. Communal dinner.
Day 2 : In search of the “Big Five +1”. Early start for a long hike leading us to Munt la Schera and its superb alpine landscapes. Throughout the route, we will be on the lookout for members of the “Big Five +1” group. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon to enjoy the SPA. Communal dinner.
Day 3 : A night in the heart of the park. Departure for a 2-day itinerant hike with an overnight stay in the National Park’s unique hut: Chamanna Cluozza. The quest for the “Big Five +1” and magnificent landscapes continues. After an ascent through Swiss stone pines and mountain pines, and crossing a pass, we will reach our refuge. Communal dinner and overnight stay in the hut.
Day 4 : Return via the wild high plateaus. Final hike through this preserved nature, featuring high-altitude forests, free-flowing rivers, and morainic landscapes typical of glaciers. Descent towards Zernez, followed by departure for the return journey in the afternoon.
Included:- The organisation and the mountain leader.
- Two nights in a double room in a hotel with a SPA.
- One night in a dormitory in a mountain hut.
- Buffet breakfasts.
- Three-course dinners (omnivore or vegetarian options).
- Free public transport within the radius of the planned hikes.
Not included:
- Return travel between your home and Zernez.
- Drinks, packed lunches, and personal expenses.
- Insurance (cancellation, etc.).
- Any service not explicitly mentioned.
Requirements:
Good physical condition needed, used to hiking several days in a row, with up to 15 km and/or 900 m of elevation gain per day, carrying a multi-day backpack. Training required.
Meeting place and time:
At the hotel by 10:45 at the latest. The train arrives in Zernez at 10:28.
Equipment:
A detailed list of materials will be provided after registration.
Good hiking boots, suitable clothes and light sleeping bag for overnight in mountain huts.
Language
The full description on my website announces the tour to be in French. If some English-speakers register, I will do it in both languages.
Questions ?
Contact me, I'll be happy to answer your questions.1 attendee - CHF 1,800.00
Guided 8-Day Hike from Verbier to Zermatt on the Haute Route
Le Châble, Val de Bagnes, VS, CHYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---120 kilometers, 8800 meters of elevation gain, 8 days, 7 valleys, 9 passes, including 7 higher than 2800m, views of all the 4000's of the Valais... This 8-day section of the famous Haute Route, which links Chamonix to Zermatt, the Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn, will give you the best overview of the magnificent valleys of the canton of Valais, always with 4000's in the background.
Event description
Day 1: Verbier - Cabane de Louvie
We meet in Le Châble in the morning and take the cable car to Les Ruinettes. We start with a beautiful and relatively flat trail along the Valais bisses (canals), then start the climb on the famous Sentier des Chamois, facing the Combins massif. Once we reach Col Termin at 2648m, we start our descent to the beautiful Cabane de Louvie by Louvie lake, with a breathtaking view of the Grand Combin and the Mauvoisin reservoir. Dinner and night at Cabane de Louvie.
Tech. info: 13.6 km, 750 m up, 850 m down/8.5 miles, 2500 ft up, 2800 ft down
Accommodation: Cabane de Louvie - Bed in a dorm with shared bathroomDay 2: Cabane de Louvie - Cabane de Prafleuri
Difficult but stunning day! We start with a climb to Col de Louvie at 2921m. We then cross a landscape of barren rock with massive mountains, tumbling moraines, and drying glaciers and reach the second pass of the day, Col de Prafleuri at 2965m, highest point of the entire hike. Descent to Cabane de Prafleuri for the night.
Tech. info: 12 km, 1200 m up, 750 m down/ 7.5 miles, 4000 ft up, 2500 ft down
Accommodation: Cabane de Prafleuri - Bed in a dorm with shared bathroom (no shower)Day 3: Cabane de Prafleuri - Arolla
Day with some easy sections and some challenging ones. Climb to Col des Roux at 2804m and descent on the other side to walk along the giant Lac des Dix. Great views of the Mont Blanc de Cheilon ahead of us and climb to the second pass of the day, Col de Riedmatten at 2918m, before hiking down to the high village of Arolla, where we spend the night.
Tech. info: 17.7 km, 800 m up, 1500 m down/ 11 miles, 2600 ft up, 5000 ft down
Accommodation: Hotel du Glacier - Twin room with private bathroomDay 4: Arolla - Cabane de Moiry
Private transfer to Mayens du Cotter, above Evolène. Ascent to Col du Tsaté at 2868m, offering us stunning panoramic views of the 4’000 meter peaks of Valais. From there we hike down towards the foot of the Moiry glacier, and up again to sleep at Cabane de Moiry, a hut perched above the glacier, and our highest accommodation at 2826m.
Tech. info: 14.5 km, 1500 m up, 700 m down/ 9 miles, 5000 ft up, 2300 ft down
Accommodation: Cabane de Moiry - Bed in a dorm with shared bathroomDay 5: Cabane de Moiry - Zinal
The day starts with a descent from the hut back towards the lake, on the moraine. We traverse on a gorgeous balcony trail above the lake, and climb back up to Corne de Sorebois at 2836m. From there, we take the cable car down to Zinal. Dinner and night at a charming lodge in Zinal.
Tech. info: 11.2 km, 700 m up, 850 m down/7 miles, 2300 ft up, 2800 ft down
Accommodation: Auberge Alpina - Twin or triple room with shared bathroomDay 6: Zinal - Gruben
After walking through the village, we climb in the woods until we reach a stunning panoramic trail that will take us all the way to the Forclettaz pass at 2875m. We then hike down to the next valley and the first German speaking one of our hike, Turtmanntal, and stay at Hotel Schwarzhorn.
Tech. info: 17.7 km, 1400 m up, 1250 m down/ 11 miles, 4600 ft up, 4100 ft down
Accommodation: Hotel Schwarzhorn - Twin room with shared bathroomDay 7: Gruben - Pension Edelweiss
Last pass of the Haute Route, the Augstbordpass at 2892m. Varied route through woodlands, pastures and stony wilderness which offers stunning views again. We end in the village of St. Niklaus (cable car from Jungen to St Niklaus), and take a train to Zermatt. From Zermatt, one more little climb to stay at Pension Edelweiss, overlooking Zermatt and facing the Breithorn and other high mountains.
Tech. info: 16 km, 1550 m up, 1050 m down/ 10 miles, 5100 ft up, 3500 ft down
Accommodation: Pension Edelweiss - Shared room with shared bathroomDay 8: Pension Edelweiss - Zermatt
Hike up to and along the Edelweis trail, which offers one of the most stunning panoramic views of Zermatt and its 4’000m peaks and glaciers: North face of Matterhorn, Breithorn, Liskamm... We then hike down to the moraine of the Zmutt glacier, before going through the charming Zmutt village. Return to Zermatt around 15:00.
Tech. info: 17.7 km, 850 m up, 1200 m down/ 11 miles, 2800 ft up, 4000 ft downIf you would like to stay one or several extra nights in Verbier before the hike or in Zermatt after the hike, we can help you organise accommodation and recommend you some hikes, activities and restaurants.
Requirements
Very good physical condition needed, used to hiking several days in a row, with up to 20 km and 1'500 m of elevation gain per day, carrying a multi-day backpack. Training required.Access
Meeting point
Le Châble VS, train station, on Friday 7 August 2026 at 10:00
End point
Zermatt, on Friday 14 August 2026 around 15:00Kit list
Day Clothing Essentials
- Hiking boots
- T-shirt
- Hiking trousers or shorts
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof over trousers
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Gloves
Night Essentials
- Sleeping bag liner
- Lightweight towel
- Ear plugs
- Cash for drinks at the huts
Technical gear
- Hiking poles
- Hiking backpack (30-40L)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Waterproof inner bags
- Headlamp with spare batteries
F&B
- Water (min. 2L)
- Snacks
Pharmacy
- Sunscreen and lip protector
- Plasters and basic medicine
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 1800.
Please contact us at contact@monkeysconnect.com if you would like to pay a 50% deposit now and the balance one month prior to the event.
Included in price
- 8 hiking days, guided by an international mountain leader
- 7 nights of accommodation, both in hotels and mountain huts (in twin rooms when possible)
- Dinner from day 1 - day 7
- Breakfast from day 2 - day 8
- Transfers included in the itinerary above
Not included in price
- Transport to Le Châble on 7 August and from Zermatt on 14 August
- Luggage transfer (transfer of a luggage from Chamonix to Zermatt can be arranged for an additional cost)
- Lunches (possibility to buy packed lunches from all accommodations or to buy groceries along the way)
- Drinks and snacks
Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 8 participantsTerms and conditions
By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.---
Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.1 attendee - CHF 500.00
Guided 3-Day Hike from Verbier to Arolla on the Haute Route
Le Châble VS gare, Le Chenit, CHYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---Highlight of the Summer Haute Route that links Chamonix to Zermatt, this 3-day hike from Verbier to Arolla is a must for every hiker! Wonderful and very varied landscapes, from green pastures to boulder fields and glaciers, two nights in high altitude mountain huts, and the best views of the surrounding 4000 meter peaks. Don't miss out!
This trip is led by Céline Kahn, international mountain leader.Event description
Day 1: Verbier - Cabane de Louvie
We meet in Le Châble in the morning and take the cable car to Les Ruinettes. We start with a beautiful and relatively flat trail along the Valais bisses (canals), then start the climb on the famous Sentier des Chamois, facing the Combins massif. Once we reach Col Termin at 2648m, we start our descent to the beautiful Cabane de Louvie by Louvie lake, with a breathtaking view of the Grand Combin and the Mauvoisin reservoir. Dinner and night at Cabane de Louvie.
Tech. info*: 13.6 km, 750 m up, 850 m down/8.5 miles, 2500 ft up, 2800 ft down*
Accommodation*: Cabane de Louvie - Bed in a dorm with shared bathroom*
Day 2: Cabane de Louvie - Cabane de Prafleuri
Difficult but stunning day! We start with a climb to Col de Louvie at 2921m. We then cross a landscape of barren rock with massive mountains, tumbling moraines, and drying glaciers and reach the second pass of the day, Col de Prafleuri at 2965m, highest point of the entire hike. Descent to Cabane de Prafleuri for the night.
Tech. info*: 12 km, 1200 m up, 750 m down/ 7.5 miles, 4000 ft up, 2500 ft down*
Accommodation*: Cabane de Prafleuri - Bed in a dorm with shared bathroom (no shower)*
Day 3: Cabane de Prafleuri - Arolla
Day with some easy sections and some challenging ones. Climb to Col des Roux at 2804m and descent on the other side to walk along the giant Lac des Dix. Great views of the Mont Blanc de Cheilon ahead of us and climb to the second pass of the day, Col de Riedmatten at 2918m, before hiking down to the high village of Arolla.
Tech. info*: 17.7 km, 800 m up, 1500 m down/ 11 miles, 2600 ft up, 5000 ft down*
If you would like to stay one or several extra nights in Verbier before the hike or in Arolla after the hike, we can help you organise accommodation and recommend you some hikes, activities and restaurants.
Requirements
Very good physical condition needed, used to hiking several days in a row, with up to 20 km and 1'200 m of elevation gain per day, carrying a multi-day backpack. Training required.Access
Meeting point
Le Châble VS, train station, on Friday 7 August 2026 at 10:00
End point
Arolla, on Sunday 9 August 2026 around 16:00Kit list
Day Clothing Essentials
- Hiking boots
- T-shirt
- Hiking trousers or shorts
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof over trousers
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Gloves
Night Essentials
- Sleeping bag liner
- Lightweight towel
- Ear plugs
- Cash for drinks at the huts
Technical gear
- Hiking poles
- Hiking backpack (30-40L)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Waterproof inner bags
- Headlamp with spare batteries
F&B
- Water (min. 2L)
- Snacks
Pharmacy
- Sunscreen and lip protector
- Plasters and basic medicine
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 500.
Included in price- 3 hiking days, guided by an international mountain leader
- 2 nights of accommodation, in mountain huts
- Dinner on day 1 and day 2
- Breakfast on day 2 and day 3
- Transfers included in the itinerary above
Not included in price
- Transport to Le Châble on 7 August and from Arolla on 9 August
- Luggage transfer (transfer of a luggage from Chamonix to Arolla can be arranged for an additional cost)
- Lunches (possibility to buy packed lunches from all accommodations or to buy groceries along the way)
- Drinks and snacks
Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).
Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 8 participants
Terms and conditions
By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.---
Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.1 attendee - CHF 1,300.00
Guided 5-Day Hike from Arolla to Zermatt on the Haute Route
Hotel du Glacier, Rue de l’Évêque 3, 1986 Arolla, Evolène, CHYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---The last 5 stages of the Summer Haute Route that links Chamonix to Zermatt! Wonderful and very varied landscapes, from green pastures to boulder fields and glaciers, one night at almost 3000 meters, other nights in charming mountain hotels, and the best views of the surrounding 4000 meter peaks. Don't miss out!
This trip is led by Céline Kahn, international mountain leader.Event description
Day 1: Arolla
We meet at Hoetl du Glacier in the high village of Arolla in the afternoon. You can enjoy the stunning area and relax before starting the long hikes of the next few days!
Accommodation*: Hotel du Glacier - Twin room with private bathroom*
Day 2: Arolla - Cabane de Moiry
Private transfer to Mayens du Cotter, above Evolène. Ascent to Col du Tsaté at 2868m, offering us stunning panoramic views of the 4’000 meter peaks of Valais. From there we hike down towards the foot of the Moiry glacier, and up again to sleep at Cabane de Moiry, a hut perched above the glacier, and our highest accommodation at 2826m.
Tech. info*: 14.5 km, 1500 m up, 700 m down/ 9 miles, 5000 ft up, 2300 ft down*
Accommodation*: Cabane de Moiry - Bed in a dorm with shared bathroom*
Day 3: Cabane de Moiry - Zinal
The day starts with a descent from the hut back towards the lake, on the moraine. We traverse on a gorgeous balcony trail above the lake, and climb back up to Corne de Sorebois at 2836m. From there, we take the cable car down to Zinal. Dinner and night at a charming lodge in Zinal.
Tech. info*: 11.2 km, 700 m up, 850 m down/7 miles, 2300 ft up, 2800 ft down*
Accommodation*: Auberge Alpina - Twin or triple room with shared bathroom*
Day 4: Zinal - Gruben
After walking through the village, we climb in the woods until we reach a stunning panoramic trail that will take us all the way to the Forclettaz pass at 2875m. We then hike down to the next valley and the first German speaking one of our hike, Turtmanntal, and stay at Hotel Schwarzhorn.
Tech. info*: 17.7 km, 1400 m up, 1250 m down/ 11 miles, 4600 ft up, 4100 ft down*
Accommodation*: Hotel Schwarzhorn - Twin room with shared bathroom*
Day 5: Gruben - Pension Edelweiss
Last pass of the Haute Route, the Augstbordpass at 2892m. Varied route through woodlands, pastures and stony wilderness which offers stunning views again. We end in the village of St. Niklaus (cable car from Jungen to St Niklaus), and take a train to Zermatt. From Zermatt, one more little climb to stay at Pension Edelweiss, overlooking Zermatt and facing the Breithorn and other high mountains.
Tech. info*: 16 km, 1550 m up, 1050 m down/ 10 miles, 5100 ft up, 3500 ft down*
Accommodation*: Pension Edelweiss - Shared room with shared bathroom*
Day 6: Pension Edelweiss - Zermatt
Hike up to and along the Edelweis trail, which offers one of the most stunning panoramic views of Zermatt and its 4’000m peaks and glaciers: North face of Matterhorn, Breithorn, Liskamm... We then hike down to the moraine of the Zmutt glacier, before going through the charming Zmutt village. Return to Zermatt around 15:00.
Tech. info*: 17.7 km, 850 m up, 1200 m down/ 11 miles, 2800 ft up, 4000 ft down*
If you would like to stay one or several extra nights in Verbier before the hike or in Arolla after the hike, we can help you organise accommodation and recommend you some hikes, activities and restaurants.
Requirements
Very good physical condition needed, used to hiking several days in a row, with up to 20 km and 1'200 m of elevation gain per day, carrying a multi-day backpack. Training required.Access
Meeting point
Hotel du Glacier, Rue de l’Évêque 3, 1986 Arolla, Switzerland, on Sunday 9 August 2026 at 18:00
End point
Zermatt, on Friday 14 August 2026 around 15:00Kit list
Day Clothing Essentials
- Hiking boots
- T-shirt
- Hiking trousers or shorts
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof over trousers
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Gloves
Night Essentials
- Sleeping bag liner
- Lightweight towel
- Ear plugs
- Cash for drinks at the huts
Technical gear
- Hiking poles
- Hiking backpack (30-40L)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Waterproof inner bags
- Headlamp with spare batteries
F&B
- Water (min. 2L)
- Snacks
Pharmacy
- Sunscreen and lip protector
- Plasters and basic medicine
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 1300.
Included in price- 5 hiking days, guided by an international mountain leader
- 5 nights of accommodation, in mountain huts
- Dinner from day 1 - day 5
- Breakfast from day 2 - day 6
- Transfers included in the itinerary above
Not included in price
- Transport to Arolla on 9 August and from Zermatt on 14 August
- Luggage transfer (transfer of a luggage from Arolla to Zermatt can be arranged for an additional cost)
- Lunches (possibility to buy packed lunches from all accommodations or to buy groceries along the way)
- Drinks and snacks
Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).
Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 8 participants
Terms and conditions
By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.---
Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.1 attendee
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