Evolving Alps Hike
Activity overview
This educational guided hike, into the beautiful Gastern valley, is a perfect introduction to the Alps for Scouts.
Leaving the end of the Kandertal, you will venture into the Gasterntal, a wide expansive glacial valley. You will spend half a day discovering how this breathtaking scenery was formed by giant continents crashing together and by the mighty Kanderfirn - one of the largest glaciers in Europe.
Schedule
This is only a guide. Times might change according to the weather and the group’s ability.
| Morning | Afternoon | |
| 08:30 | 14:00 | Meet your guide, equipment check and introduction to the hike |
| 08:45 | 14:15 | Leave KISC |
| 09:50 | 15:20 | Pass by Waldhaus |
| 10:20 | 15:50 | Arrive at the return point |
| 11:00 | 16:30 | Return to Waldhaus |
| 12:00 | 17:00 | Arrive at KISC |
Pricing
- Price adult (16+): CHF 3.00
- Price child (15-): CHF 3.00
Price includes: a KISC guide and the materials for the workshop
Guest cancellation:
- Less than 7 days before activity: fee of 50% of the price per person
- Less than 48 hours in advance: non-refundable
Important information
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This activity is not available on Sundays.
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A leader or responsible person over 18 years old must be present as part of the group.
- When booking this activity, you need to mention if you want to do the activity in the morning (08.30 am) or in the afternoon (14.00 pm) in the comment section in the booking form.
Equipment
All participants must have everything on the list. If a participant does not have all of the required items, they will not be able to join the activity.
- Rucksack - 20 to 40 litres
- Hiking boots with ankle support (no trainers)
- Waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers
- Warm clothing - long trousers, fleece, warm hat and gloves (no jeans)
- Sun protection - sun cream, sunglasses, sun hat
- Water bottle - 2 litres
- Food - packed lunch and snacks
- Personal medication (asthma inhalers, etc.)
- Pocket money (optional)
Awards & Badges
You can get closer to achieving the following awards and badges, by completing this activity:
Activity
Season
Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Guidance
Guided by KISC
Location
Kandersteg surroundings
Duration
2 - 4 hours
Difficulty
TSA Terrain level
0
Price adult
CHF 3.00
Price child
CHF 3.00
Programme theme
Eco Adventure
Category
Hiking
Workshops
Suitability
Scouts
Explorers
Group size
4 - 15
Minimum age limit
from 10 years
