Snow & Ice Glacier Workshop

Activity overview

An accessible introduction to glacier travel

Hike up to Blüemlisalp hut where you will stay overnight high in the alps and learn about glaciers and the surrounding area. The next day embark on an exhilarating day of glacier exploration at the breathtaking Blüemlisalp Glacier, nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps. You will get to experience the awe-inspiring beauty and challenge of a glacier, equipped with crampons, a rope, and an ice axe.

Schedule

This is only a guide. Times will change according to the weather and the group’s ability.

Day 1

Meet your guide in front of the Chalet, equipment check	08:30
Take the gondola up and walk to Blüemlisalp Hut	09:30
Arrive at the hut	17:30
Dinner	18:00
Introduction about Glaciers and Briefing	19:00
Equipment talk	20:00
Free Time	21:00

Day 2

Breakfast and prepare to go back onto the glacier	07:00
Walk down to the glacier, put crampons on	08:00
Crampon and Ice Axe technique	08:30
Glacier Walk	09:30
Pack up all equipment and have lunch	12:15
Walk back to Oeschinensee	13:00
Take the gondola down and walk back to KISC	16:15
Arrive back to the Centre	17:00

This activity is not available on Saturday or Sunday.

Pricing

Price adult: CHF 200.00
Price child: CHF 200.00

Price includes Oeschinensee gondola return tickets, overnight in the hut, dinner (no drinks included) and breakfast at the hut, specialist equipment and a trained guides.

Guest cancellation: activity provider's cancellation policy can be found here.

Important information

A leader or responsible person over 18 years old must be booked as part of the group
Remember to plan this activity around any meals you have booked with us!

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.