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Activities

Add something extra to your ski holiday

Ski holidays are all about spending time together, soaking up the mountain atmosphere, and making memories with family and friends.

This season, we’re making it even easier to add a little something special to your trip. From snowshoe adventures to evening sledging sessions, our new range of pre-bookable activities means you can experience the mountains in new and exciting ways.

Pre-booking your activities with Peak Retreats means everything is taken care of before you arrive in resort, giving you peace of mind and more time to enjoy your holiday. You'll secure your spot on popular experiences and enjoy handpicked activities chosen by our team for their quality and enjoyment, helping you to create lasting memories.

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Montgenèvre

Snowshoeing

From 7 years old: Mon-Fri 14.30-17.00

Shoeshoes provided. Different walks every day

Cost: 1 walk £39, 5 walks £195

Après ski snowshoe walks with Wigwam fondue evening

From 7 years old: Weds or Thurs from 17.30

Snowshoes provided. Duration of the walk is about 30 mins. Whole activity is 3hrs

Cost: £73pp

Tipi Village evening

From 7 years old: Weds or Thurs from 17.30

Snowshoes provided. Enjoy a mountain snack by the fire in a teepee and hear tales and legends. Duration of the walk is about 30 mins

Cost: £39pp

Espace Game

From 6 years old: Every day, pick time from 9-10h30, 10h30-12noon, 12h30-14h, 14h-15h30, 15h30-17h

Mountain Rescue escape game organised by the ESF with high-altitude themed clues. Learn about safety and rescue equipment to locate and rescue victims. Duration 1h30. 1-6 participants

Cost: £72/session

Tignes le Lac

Evening in a yurt

From 5 years old: Mon-Fri from 18.45

Located on the Chaudannes plateau with stunning Alpine views from an authentic Mongolian yurt. After a walk or a snowshoe trek, you will be greeted with a comforting aperitif and traditional soup by the fireside. Then experience a Savoyard meal featuring local delicacies in the Mongolian yurt. The evening ends with a fast but fun sledge ride back to resort. Warm clothing is needed for the yurt and also gloves/hat/scarf for sledge ride.

Meeting point is at the bottom of the Almes ski lift in Tignes Le Lac.

Cost: £84/adult and £58/child (5-12yrs)

Paragliding

From 4 years old: Mon-Fri from tbc

Take off from the top of the slopes and soar over the resort for breathtaking views with a fully qualified instructor for a smooth take-off and vertigo-free experience. You can capture the moment by requesting photos and videos of your flight on an SD card on-site. Paragliding equipment is provided but you need to bring your skis and boots plus warm clothing and gloves/hat/scarf.

Meeting point is at the bottom of the Tovières ski lift in Tignes Le Lac.

Cost: £88pp

Val Thorens

Paragliding

From 6 years old: Mon-Fri, time is weather dependent

Details as per Tignes above. Max weight is 105kg. Minimum levels required for skiing - level 2 (blue slopes) and snowboarding - expert level. A Belleville/Ménuires or 3 Valleys ski pass is needed.

Cost: £105pp

La Rosière

Snake Gliss

From 8 years old: available every day at 16.30

Snake gliss is a convoy of sledges linked together to form a snake-like train. The instructor, seated at the front, steers the convoy down the slopes. Warm clothes, gloves, helmet and snow boots are compulsory.

Meeting point - Les Eucherts.

Cost: £13pp

Yooner

From 10 years old: Tues-Sun at 16.30

Yooners are hybrid sledges, that are 20cm above the ground, which combine elements of sledging and skiing. Carve turn and race down the slopes seated with our instructors for an exhilarating new experience! Warm clothes, gloves, helmet and snow boots are compulsory.

Meeting point - La Rosiere Centre.

Cost: £13pp

Les Menuires

Snowshoe walks

From 12 years old: available every day at 09.15-12.00 and 13.15-16.30

The instructors tailor the route and difficulty level based on participants’ abilities. Please bring warm clothing (e.g fleece layers) and sturdy hiking boots (no snowboard boots), a small bottle of water and a snack.

Cost: £49pp

Biathlon intro and lessons

From 8 years old: every day at 14.15-16.15

Biathlon is a thrilling Olympic sport that combines Nordic skiing with laser rifle shooting. It requires both endurance for cross-country skiing and focus for precision shooting. Some basic skiing experience is recommended to get started.

Cost: £49pp

Off-piste skiing

From 14 years old: 6 sessions Sunday to Friday 9.15-11.45 or 14.30-17.00/14.00-16.30 depending on period

You are a good skier and want to experience the freedom of untouched terrain and safely discover the hidden areas of the Belleville Valley. Step away from the groomed slopes and discover the thrill of skiing fresh powder in complete safety by joining a Level 4 group lesson. You will learn expert techniques to make the most of every descent, no matter the conditions.

Cost: £199pp

Samoëns

Biathlon intro and lessons

From 10 years old: 13.00-15.00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays (min 4 people, max 8 per

session). Available exclusively during Christmas/New Year and February school holidays.

Biathlon is a thrilling Olympic sport that combines Nordic skiing with laser rifle shooting. It requires both endurance for cross-country skiing and focus for precision shooting. Some basic skiing experience is recommended to get started.

Cost: £45pp for group lessons

Private lessons - any day/times, subject to availability:

2 hours, 1-2 people £161, 3-4 people £242

3 hours, 1-2 people £242, 3-4 people £283

Off-piste skiing

From age 10+, only available outside school holiday periods, or on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the season.

You are a good skier and want to experience the freedom of untouched terrain and safely discover the hidden areas of the area. Step away from the groomed slopes and discover the thrill of skiing fresh powder in complete safety by joining a Level 4 group lesson. You will learn expert techniques to make the most of every descent, no matter the conditions. A safety pack including a backpack, avalanche transceiver (DVA), shovel, and probe will be provided (subject to availability).

*adults must be Classe 3 and above, children must be

Gold Star and above.

Cost: 1 to 2 people

1 x half-day (4 hours): £244

6 x half-days (4 hours): £1462

Cost: 3 to 10 people

1 x half-day (4 hours): £322

6 x half-days (4 hours): £1423

1 x full day (7.5 hours): £531

6 x full day (7.5 hours): £3183

How do I pre-book activities?

Either give us a call to chat through options or send an email detailing your requirements to reservations@peakretreats.co.uk. Please include, if possible, your booking reference, what you would like to book and preferred dates and times.

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