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A community of amazing people and endless outdoor adventures. What stories will you tell?

Hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, skiing, snowshoeing... There must be something for you!

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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.

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CHF 100.00
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Full Moon Hike & Raclette Under The Stars
Sat, Sep 26 · 6:15 PM CEST
Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni, Alpthal, CH
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Leave the week behind and join us for a magical Friday evening hike under the full moon!

As the sun sets, we will make our way through the mountains, enjoying spectacular views of the Grosser and Kleiner Mythen and the beautiful panorama of the Central Switzerland Alps.

With the landscape slowly disappearing into the night and the full moon lighting our way, this is a hike you won’t forget!

And the best part? Because every good hike deserves good food, we will finish the evening with a delicious raclette under the stars!

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, International Mountain Leader.

Event description

We meet at 18:15 at the Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni bus stop.

After a short briefing, we’ll distribute the food and cooking equipment among the group before setting off on our hike.

We start with a beautiful, gentle climb through the forest, gradually making our way up to Müsliegg at 1427 m. From there, the trail continues uphill, but the forest begins to open up, revealing beautiful views across the surrounding mountains. As we reach the ridge towards Furggelenstock, the panorama becomes even more spectacular.

At 1656 m, we’ll reach the highest point of our hike and take some time to admire the breathtaking scenery illuminated by the moon. Then it’s time for the highlight of the evening: a delicious raclette enjoyed under the stars before we make our way back down to the valley.

For those coming by public transport, there will be a shuttle back to Einsiedeln train station after the hike, so you can enjoy the evening without worrying about the last connection.

Technical information
T3 hike - 9.5 km - 600m ascent - 600m descent (loop)

Access
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend the following connection:
- Zurich HB 17:12 - 18:16 Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni (via Wädenswil and Einsiedeln)
- A shuttle can take you from Brunni SZ to Einsiedeln train station, where you can catch the 23:24 or 23:59 train to Zurich.
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni. There is a public parking lot near the bus stop.

Kit list

Clothing Essentials
- Hiking boots
- T-shirt
- Hiking pants
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof overpants
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Gloves
Technical gear
- Hiking poles
- Hiking backpack (make sure you have some space in your bag to help carry the food and raclette equipment)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Waterproof inner bags
- Headlamp with spare batteries
F&B
- Mug, plate and fork or spork
- Water (min. 2L)
- Snacks (we’ll only eat dinner around 21:00, so make sure you have some snacks)
Pharmacy
- Plasters and basic medicine
Pricing
The price for this event is CHF 100, or CHF 110 with a shuttle to Einsiedeln train station.

Included in price
- Hike, guided by an International Mountain Leader
- Raclette
- A glass of wine with the raclette
Not included in price
- Transport to Brunni SZ and from Einsiedeln
- Shuttle from Brunni SZ to Einsiedeln (can be booked in advance)
Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurance that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended.

Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 10 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.

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1 attendee
CHF 920.00
7 seats left
Ticino Getaway
Thu, Oct 22 · 11:30 AM CEST
Locarno, CH
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Autumn sets the landscapes ablaze with flamboyant hues. To close the summer season in style, this four-day hiking stay takes you to Ticino in October. We will hike on historic trails, amidst centuries-old forests and stone villages.

Each day is punctuated by discoveries: tea tastings, suspension bridges, panoramic views, and free time to explore Locarno and Bellinzona.

This hike is organised in collaboration with Along the Ridge, and led by Yorick Brunet, mountain leader.

Event description

Day 1: Visit to ruins
Arrival at the hotel by late morning, depending on your preferred mode of transport. First immersion on the Ticino trails: we set off in the footsteps of Roman-era castle ruins, offering an exceptional viewpoint over the Maggia river and Lake Maggiore. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.
Technical information: 7km - 500m ascent

Day 2: Double-arched bridge
Early morning heading to Val Verzasca. Between ancient alpine pastures and turquoise waters, you will cross the famous Lavertezzo bridge before reaching the village which was long the smallest municipality in Switzerland. On the return journey, free time to stroll in Locarno.
Technical information: 12km - 900m ascent

Day 3: Ticino market and suspension bridge
Head to the Bellinzona market to prepare a picnic for lunch and enjoy a free visit; then head to the heights and a 270 m long Tibetan bridge suspended 130 m above the river.
Technical information: 9km - 700m ascent

Day 4: Visit to a tea garden and tasting
The last day, but not the least. We climb through a magnificent chestnut forest to the Casa del Tè on Monte Verità. A guided tour of the astonishing tea plantation, followed by a tasting of different teas. Return to the hotel in the early afternoon, then return home.
Technical information: 8km - 550m ascent

Requirements
A good level of fitness is essential. This trip is suited to hikers comfortable with T2 trails (white-red-white markings) and without acrophobia. One hike includes crossing a suspension bridge.

Access

If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you the following:
- Zurich HB 09:05 - 11:15 Locarno (via Bellinzona)
- Locarno 14:45 - 16:55 Zurich HB (via Bellinzona) - depending on the time the event finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at the hotel (CHF 15 per night).

Kit list

Day Clothing Essentials
- Hiking boots
- T-shirt
- Hiking pants or shorts
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof overpants
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Gloves
Technical gear
- Hiking poles
- Hiking backpack (30-40L)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Waterproof inner bags
- Headlamp with spare batteries
F&B
- Water (min. 2L)
- Packed lunches (possibility to buy every day for the next day)
- Snacks
Pharmacy
- Sunscreen and lip protector
- Plasters and basic medicine
Pricing

The price for this event is CHF 920 in a shared double room, or CHF 1150 in a single room.

Included in price
- 4 days hiking, guided by a mountain leader
- 3 nights of accommodation in a 4-star hotel
- Buffet breakfasts
- Ticino Ticket (free public transport during the stay)
Not included in price
- Transport to/from Locarno
- Packed lunches
- Evening meals and drinks
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. 6 / 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.

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1 attendee
CHF 110.00
8 seats left
Snowshoeing & Navigation Course by the Mythen
Sat, Jan 9, 2027 · 9:00 AM CET
Hotel Restaurant Brunni, Brunnistrasse 6, 8849 Alpthal, Alpthal, CH
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With today's technology, it has become so easy to spend time in the mountains without any navigation skills. All the apps and modern tools that now exist are amazing and it would be a shame not to use them, however, it's also really important to be able to be in the mountains without them.

During this snowshoe hike by the famous and stunning Mythen, the focus will be on learning or getting a refresher about how to use basic navigation tools: map, compass, landmarks...

This trip is led by Celine Kahn, international mountain leader.

Event description

We meet at 09.00 at Hotel Restaurant Brunni, inside the restaurant for the briefing and first part of the course. Brunni bus stop. The focus of the day will be to improve your navigation skills. For that, the day will be split into stages, alternating walking times and various activities.

Stage 1: Introduction of the navigation tools
Learn to read the map with its main features and legend, plan our itinerary, understand the compass.

Stage 2: Where am I?
Locate yourself on the map using landmarks around you.

Stage 3: What is around me?
Knowing where you are on the map, identify the summits and other features around you using your map and compass. Learn to read your surrounding landscape.

Stage 4: Find your way without visibility
Using our compass and azimuth bearings, we will play some games to practice having to move on a terrain without any visibility (snow, fog...).

Technical information
- WT2 hike
- 12km
- 630m ascent / 630m descent
Access

If you are traveling by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zürich HB 07:43 - 08:51 Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni (via Wädenswil & Einsiedeln)
- Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni 17:31 - 18:48 Zürich HB (via Einsiedeln & Wädenswil) - depending on the time the event finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park in front of the restaurant.

Kit list

Must have
- Winter hiking boots
- Snowshoes and poles: can be rented out - see "Equipment rental"
- Pen, pencil and/or highlighter
- Small backpack with waterproof cover
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Hiking or skiing trousers
- Warm hat
- Thin gloves
- Thick gloves
- Sunglasses
- Head lamp
- Water
- Packed lunch
Nice to have
- Compass if you have your own
- Thermal bottle with tea
- Snacks
Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent snowshoes and poles for an additional CHF 15.
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 110.

Included in price
- Day snowshoe hike with an international mountain leader
- Navigation course
- Hot drink and croissant at arrival
- Printed topographical maps of the area + compass
Not included in price
- Transport
- Packed lunch
- Snowshoes and poles
Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 8 participants

Requirements
No previous snowshoeing experience needed.

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).

Terms 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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1 attendee
CHF 120.00
8 seats left
Avalanche Course
Sat, Jan 16, 2027 · 9:00 AM CET
Ibergeregg Pass, Laburgstrasse, Oberiberg, CH
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Join us for this avalanche course at Ibergeregg.

In order to enjoy the mountains safely all year round, reading the terrain you’re playing on and understanding the avalanche danger is a must. With all winter sports that take you outside of the secured slopes and paths (snowshoeing, off-piste skiing, ski touring, etc.), one has to not only understand and prevent the danger, but also be equipped and ready to respond in case of an accident. Under the instruction of an international mountain leader, you will learn the basics of avalanches and how to properly use a transceiver, probe and shovel.

This trip is led by Céline Kahn, international mountain leader.

Event description

We meet at Restaurant Passhöhe, Ibergeregg, at 09:00, and start with some theory.
After approx. 2-3 hours of theory and a picnic or lunch at the restaurant (up to you), we head out and use the terrain to do various exercises in the snow.
At the end of the day, you will be able to:
- Read, understand and make use of the avalanche bulletin
- Understand the 3-by-3 method to plan your snowshoe or ski tours safely
- Measure the slope inclination on the terrain
- Identify the different avalanche types
- Run group checks to make sure all transceivers in the group are up and running
- Rescue avalanche victims using your transceiver, probe and shovel
Avalanche knowledge is not something you learn in one day, it requires a lot of practice. During this basic course, you will be given the tools needed to keep learning and practicing the skills acquired.

## Access

If you are traveling by public transport, we recommend you the following:
- Zurich HB 07:05 - 08:46 Ibergeregg, Passhöhe (via Arth-Goldau and Schwyz)
- Ibergeregg, Passhöhe 16:21 - 17:55 Zurich HB (via Schwyz) - depending on what time the event finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Ibergeregg, Passhöhe.

Kit list

What you need to bring
Clothing essentials
- Winter hiking boots or ski boots
- Base layers
- Hiking or skiing trousers
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Sunglasses
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Thin gloves
- Thick gloves
Technical gear
- Poles
- Hiking backpack (15-30L)
- Waterproof inner bags or bin bags
- Snowshoes, touring skis or split board: snowshoes can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”
- Avalanche transceiver, probe & shovel: can be rented out - see “Equipment rental”
F&B
- Water
- Lunch (you have the possibility to buy lunch from the restaurant)
Pharmacy
- Sunscreen & lip protector
- Plasters & basic medicine
Equipment rental
You have the possibility to rent the following:
- Snowshoes & poles: CHF 15
- Transceiver, probe & shovel: CHF 25
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 120.

Included in price
- Avalanche safety course with an international mountain leader
Not included in price
- Transport to/from Ibergeregg
- Equipment rental
- Lunch
Additional information

Group size
Min. 3 / Max. 8 participants

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).

Terms 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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Your registration will only be valid if you sign up on our website. Here is the link to sign up.
1 attendee