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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 100.00
Foraging Hike with Edible Wild Plant Expert & Wilderness Cooking
St-Ursanne gare, St. Ursanne Bahnhof, St. Ursanne, CHYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---Spring is in full bloom: fresh green leaves, colorful flowers, and nature bursting with life. But how much do we really know about the plants around us? Join us for a spring hike in the Doubs Natural Regional Park and discover the edible and medicinal treasures hidden along the trail.
Guided by wild plant expert Nina Fischer, you’ll learn to identify, harvest, and cook wild plants, and enjoy a delicious meal made from what nature provides.
Event description
You will meet Nina at St-Ursanne train station at 09:45 for a brief introduction to the day and the basics of wild plant foraging. From there, you will set off on a walk through the Doubs Natural Regional Park, stopping along the way to identify and collect edible wild plants.
Once you’ve gathered enough ingredients, you’ll find a beautiful spot to light a campfire and prepare lunch together. Expect a simple, seasonal wild-plant meal, followed by a herbal tea made from the plants you’ve collected.
In the late afternoon, you will return to St-Ursanne, where everyone can catch their train home, well-fed and equipped with new knowledge about the wild plants growing all around you.
Technical information
Approx. 5km / 150m ascent / 150m descent
The focus of the day is to gather and learn about plants. The hike itself is very easy.Access
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you the following:
- Zurich HB 07:34 - 09:37 St-Ursanne (via Basel and Delémont)
- St-Ursanne 16:50 - 18:56 Zurich HB (via Delémont and Biel/Bienne) - depending on the time the event finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at St-Ursanne train station.
Kit list
- Hiking or trail running shoes
- Small backpack with waterproof cover
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Sun hat
- Warm hat
- Gloves
- Hiking trousers
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Pocket knife
- Spoon/fork
- Mug
- Plate
- 2x fabric bags to collect the plants
- Small chopping board to cut and prepare the plants
- Water
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 100.Included in price
- Day hike, foraging and cooking with Nina Fischer, edible wild plant expert
- Lunch based on plants foraged in the morning (and some additional ingredients)
- Post-event documentation with photos and names of the plants foraged during the day
Not included in price
- Transport to/from St-Ursanne
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. 10 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 725.00
Guided 4-Day Hike in the Dolomites
Hotel el Paster, Strada Tita Piaz, 36, Pera, ITYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---Discover the most beautiful parts of the Dolomites with a group of like-minded, active people. Enjoy a sporty and relaxing time in the mountains! This is a must if you love adventure combined with a fun time.
Hiking through the Dolomites in Italy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A unique piece of nature in Europe with striking rock faces, steep peaks, and white cliffs. Four days of challenging hut-to-hut hiking with a guide. A dip in a beautiful mountain lake. And after the hikes, we'll enjoy the Italian way of life.
Its most famous, special feature in the Rosengarten is the enrosadira that we can see when the sun goes down: a spectacular natural phenomenon where the mountains glow in intense shades of red, pink, and orange at sunset. This is something you will remember for a long time!
This trip is led by Otto van Andel, international mountain leader.
Event description
Day 1: Friday 19 June
After travelling towards Italy, you’ll arrive in Pozza di Fassa in the early or late afternoon and be warmly welcomed at the hotel. Take some time to unwind, enjoy the sauna or indoor pool, pick up your lunch for the first hiking day, and stock up on snacks for the days ahead.
In the evening, we’ll gather for a relaxed dinner together, giving everyone a chance to get to know each other and talk through the trek. Afterwards, we’ll do a final check to make sure everyone has the right equipment for the journey. Then it’s an early night, so we’re well rested for the start of our hut-to-hut adventure.
Accommodation: Hotel El Paster (double room)Day 2: Saturday 20 June
After a delicious breakfast, we set off on our adventure. To make the first day a little more relaxed, we'll take the chairlift. Even so, we'll reach an altitude of around 2400 m today. We'll pass a mountain hut where we can relax with a cup of coffee. At midday, you can enjoy your picnic with fantastic views.
Tech. info: 5h walking, 12km, 750m ascent, 750m descent
Accommodation: Rifugio Gardeccia (double room)Day 3: Sunday 21 June
After breakfast, we’ll receive a packed lunch from the hut before setting off towards the heart of the Rosengarten. A challenging and spectacular hike awaits. Passing the Preuss and Vaiolet refuges, we climb steadily up to the Passo Principe refuge. From there, we continue to today’s highest point: the Passo de Antermoia (2770 m). The narrow and steep trail requires good focus as it leads beneath the highest peak of the Rosengarten, the Catinaccia d’Antermoia. From the pass, we descend past the beautiful Lake Antermoia to our overnight hut, Rifugio Antermoia at 2496 m. If you feel brave, you can even take a refreshing (and chilly!) dip in the lake. Tonight, we sleep right in the heart of the Rosengarten.
Tech. info: 4h walking, 7km, 800m ascent, 300m descen
Accommodation: Rifugio Antermoia (dorm)Day 4: Monday 22 June
After a steep descent, we leave the rugged mountain scenery behind and return to green landscapes. Crossing a beautiful riverbed, we ascend to the Plattkofelhütte. It may be tempting to relax straight away on the terrace, but the highlight of the trip is still to come: an optional summit climb of Plattkofel, nearly 3000 m high, offering unforgettable panoramic views across the Dolomites. We return to the hut via the same route, and now you’ve truly earned that Aperol Spritz!
Tech. info: 4.5-8h walking, 8–13km, 500–1150m ascent 700–1300m descent
Accommodation: Plattkofelhütte (dorm)Day 5: Tuesday 23 June
After a final mountain breakfast, we begin our descent through the forest back into the valley. Once there, we take a short 10-minute bus ride back to Pera di Fassa, or we can walk back to the hotel with those who have time. You’ll have time to collect your luggage, freshen up, grab something to eat, and then begin your journey home, carrying wonderful memories of the Rosengarten trek.
Tech. info: 3h walking, 7km, 50m ascent, 970m descentRequirements
Good physical condition needed, used to hiking several days in a row, with up to 1’000 m of elevation gain per day, carrying a multi-day backpack.Meeting point and end point
Hotel el Paster, Strada Tita Piaz, 36, 38036 Pera TN, ItalyKit 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
NB: There is no luggage transport, everything must be carried in your own backpack. However, you can leave your luggage at the hotel where we'll return after the hikes. There, we can refresh ourselves and grab something to eat before we head back home.
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 725.
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
- 4 hiking days, guided by an international mountain leader
- 4 nights of accommodation, both in hotels and mountain huts
- Dinner from day 1 - day 4
- Breakfast from day 2 - day 5
- Lunch bags on days 3 and 4
- Chairlift on day 2
Not included in price
- Transport to/from Pozza di Fassa
- Lunch on days 2 and 5
- 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. 12 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.8 attendees - CHF 685.00
Introduction to Mountaineering Weekend - Alphubel 4206m (Valais)
Täsch, CH-3929 Täsch, Zermatt, Zermatt, CHYour registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
---Join this unforgettable 2-day mountaineering adventure and climb a 4206-meter alpine giant: the Alphubel.
Rising high above the valleys of Zermatt and Saas in the heart of Valais, the Alphubel is the ideal objective for those looking to take their first real step into mountaineering. With a route that’s not overly technical, gorgeous panoramic views of all the surrounding 4000ers, and a summit that delivers a powerful sense of accomplishment, this weekend promises an experience you won’t forget.
This trip is led by Guy-Robert May, international mountain guide.
Event description
Saturday
You meet Guy-Robert in Täsch at 13:00, and get a shuttle to Täschalp, where the hike starts. You hike to the charming Täschhütte, located at 2701 meters above sea level. Once we get to the hut, we will do some briefing and exercises to prepare for the ascent on the next day. Dinner and night at the hut.
Technical information: 2h walking - 500m ascentSunday
After an early energising breakfast at the hut, you start the ascent of the Alphubel (4206m) on the South-East ridge. Return to the hut for lunch and descent to Täschalp. Shuttle from Täschalp to Täsch.
Technical information: 7h walking - 1500m ascent - 2000m descentRequirements
To join this event, ideally you have done an introduction to mountaineering before. If not, you need to be an extremely fit hiker.Access
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you the following:- Zurich HB 10:02 - 13:02 Täsch (via Visp)
- Täsch 15:21 - 18:33 Zurich HB (via Visp) - depending on the time the event finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park in Täsch. There are several parking lots near the train station.
Kit list
Day Clothing Essentials
- Crampon compatible hiking boots
- Hiking outfit
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof overpants
- Sun hat
- Glacier sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Thin gloves
- Thick gloves
Night Essentials
- Sleeping bag liner
- Ear plugs
- Cash for drinks at the hut
Technical gear
- Climbing helmet
- Climbing harness
- Mountaineering crampons
- Ice axe
- 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
Equipment rental
Some of the technical equipment (mountaineering boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet) can be rented out at Transa or Ruedi Bergsport.Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 685 for SAC members, or CHF 700 for non SAC-members.The higher price is due the technical difficulty of this tour and the fact each guide is only allowed to take up to 4 participants for this summit.
Included in price
- Transfers between Täsch and Täschalp
- 2 days of mountaineering with an international mountain guide
- 1 night of accommodation at Täschhütte
- Dinner on Saturday
- Breakfast and "Marschtee" on Sunday
Not included in price
- Transfers to/from Täsch
- Packed lunches
- 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. 4 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
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