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Monkeys Connect (the “Organiser”) legally operates under CK Stories GmbH, an outdoor event company registered in Switzerland. Monkeys Connect (the “Organiser”) provides organised activities (the “Events”) to interested individuals (the “Participant”).
By booking or participating in an event, the Participant confirms that he/she has read, understood, and agrees to the Monkeys Connect Terms and Conditions.
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Terms of payment
The full amount has to be paid upon booking.
Cancellation policy
If the Participant cancels his/her booking:
- 30 days prior to the Event start date, a cancellation fee equivalent to 50% of the Event cost applies.
- Less than 30 days prior to the Event start date, a cancellation fee equivalent to 100% of the Event cost applies.
The Participant can sell his/her booking to another interested party who meets the fitness requirements of the particular Event. In this case, the Organiser is entitled to an Administration Fee of CHF 30.
The Organiser reserves the right to cancel any Event for any reason whatsoever. In the event of cancellation by the Organiser, the Participant will be offered an alternative Event or a full refund. However, this will not apply for cancellations due to force majeure (adverse weather conditions, war, strikes, earthquake, flooding, epidemic, etc). The Participant is responsible to have adequate insurance to cover these circumstances.
Event changes by the Organiser
The Participant is aware that the conduct of outdoor events depends on uncontrollable external factors, particularly weather conditions. In this regard, the Organiser has the full right to change the itinerary prior to or during the Event or to cancel as deemed necessary for reasons of unforeseen circumstances, operational concerns, or concerns for the health, safety, enjoyment, or comfort of the Participants of the Event. Any changes are at the discretion of the Organiser.
Upcoming events
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- CHF 350.00
Guided Snowshoeing Weekend in Val d’Anniviers (Valais)
Restaurant Alpina, Pétérey, Anniviers, CHYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---Surrounded by 4000m peaks, Val d’Anniviers is a gorgeous and culturally rich alpine valley, one of the seven large transverse valleys in Valais, skirted by the “Great Crown” which includes Weisshorn, Bishorn, Zinalrothorn, Obergabelhorn, Matterhorn and Dent Blanche.
This trip is led by Celine Kahn, international mountain leader.Event description
Friday
Arrival in Zinal in the evening. Dinner is possible if you arrive early enough. Night at Auberge Alpina.Saturday - Glacial cave
Lying a few kilometres away from the village, the Zinal glacier originates from the meeting-point of 3 glaciers: Grand Cornier, Durand and Mountet glaciers.
Snowshoeing while being surrounded by the famous and stunning “Great Crown”, all the way to the Zinal glacier and its glacial cave. Picnic at the cave and return to Zinal. Dinner and night at Auberge Alpina.
Technical information
11km - 5h walking - 450m ascent - 450m descent (return trip)Sunday - Bella Vouarda
Breakfast at Auberge Alpina and bus to St-Luc. Snowshoeing above St-Luc, all the way to the charming Weisshorn Hotel (2337m), with its breathtaking views of the Great Crown. Return to St-Luc in the afternoon where you can catch a bus to go home. Depending on the size and motivation of the group, we might be able to take the funicular from St-Luc in order so save some uphill walking and therefore be able to walk all the way to Lake Touno at 2660m.
Technical information
6h walking - 750m ascent - 750m descent (loop)Please note that the program may change according to the conditions.
Requirements
To join this event, you need to be a fit hiker. No previous snowshoeing experience is needed.Access
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you the following:- Friday: Zurich HB 15:02 - 18:41 Zinal, village de vacances or Zurich HB 17:02 - 20:41 Zinal, village de vacances (via Bern, Visp, Sierre and Vissoie)
- Sunday: St-Luc, poste 16:30 - 19:58 Zurich HB (via Sierre, Visp and Bern) - depending on the time the event finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Auberge Alpina in Zinal and drive to St-Luc on Sunday morning.
Kit list
Day clothing essentials:- Winter hiking boots
- Base layers
- Hiking or skiing trousers
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Thin gloves
- Thick gloves
Night essentials:
- Lightweight towel
- Sleeping bag liner (if you sleep in the dorm)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Ear plugs
Technical gear:
- Hiking backpack (30-40L)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Waterproof inner bags or bin bags
- Snowshoes and poles: can be rented out - see "Equipment rental"
- Avalanche set: transceiver, probe and shovel: can be rented out - see "Equipment rental"
F&B:
- Water
- Thermal bottle for tea
- Snacks
- Packed lunches for 2 days
Pharmacy:
- Sunscreen and lip protector
- Plasters and basic medicine
Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following equipment, directly from the guide:- Snowshoes and poles: CHF 30
- Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe: CHF 50
You will receive an email with a form to fill in a few days before the event, where you can inform us about which items you’d like to rent. These can be paid by cash or Twint on the event day.
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 350 in a shared room (dorm), CHF 400 in a twin room (shared with another participant) or CHF 450 in a single room.Included in price
- 2 days of guided snowshoeing with an international mountain leader, in a small group
- Basic avalanche training to make sure everyone knows how to use the equipment
- 2 nights of accommodation at Auberge Alpina
- Dinner on Saturday
- Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
Not included in price
- Transport to Zinal on Friday and from St-Luc on Sunday
- Bus ride from Zinal to St-Luc on Sunday morning
- Dinner on Friday (possibility to order something in advance if you would like to have dinner at your arrival)
- Packed lunches
- Drinks & snacks
Additional information
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.---
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