Backcountry skiing in La Plagne

Organized by Vincent Giraud
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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: from 2-3 days to 4-7 days
Spoken languages: English, French
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

If you already have a good skiing level and want to push your practice a little further, just follow your instructor on his favorite backcountry skiing itineraries that will take you up to new horizons in the mountains, far from the crowded ski resorts!

Vincent proposes half-day or full day excursions, depending on your level and what you expect to see during your activity. For a real adventure, you will obviously opt for 5 full days of freeriding with him to find out everything he knows about the mountains around La Plagne. Don't miss a chance to explore the many itineraries and always go further in the fresh snow!

Programme:
You will meet your guide in La Plagne or directly at your accomodation to start the day with a safety briefing, a detailing of the program and learn how to use the avalanche transceiver.
When the ski lifts open, you get in and climb up the slopes to warm up before going freeriding for the whole morning or the full day, depending on the formula you chose.

Possible itineraries:
- Face nord Bellecote, one of the 10 most beautiful itineraries worldwide!
- Grand Col
- Combe Orcière
- Couloir du KL...

Offers

1
3 half days
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You meet your instructor every morning at 8.45 am for a half day freeriding session on the best itineraries of La Plagne. You can choose to go with skis, snowboard or telemark if you feel like it!

The itinerary will be defined depending on your expectations and weather conditions.

End of the activity around 1 pm.

Activity requirements

Participants must:
- be in good physical condition
- be good skiers/snowboarders (be able to ride down a red slope without stopping)

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Do not forget to bring
  • Your skiing equipment
  • Backpack with bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2-3 days

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Tourism Office in La Plagne or directly at your accomodation

Included:
  • Collective and security equipment
Excluded:
  • Ski lift pass
  • Skiing equipment
  • Picnic
2
5 half days
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You meet your instructor every morning at 8.45 am for a half day freeriding session on the best itineraries of La Plagne. You can choose to go with skis, snowboard or telemark if you feel like it!

The itinerary will be defined depending on your expectations and weather conditions.

End of the activity around 1 pm.

Activity requirements

Participants must:
- be in good physical condition
- be good skiers/snowboarders (be able to ride down a red slope without stopping)

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Do not forget to bring
  • Your skiing equipment
  • Backpack with bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

4-7 days

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Tourism Office in La Plagne or directly at your accomodation

Included:
  • Collective and security equipment
Excluded:
  • Ski lift pass
  • Skiing equipment
  • Picnic
3
3 full days
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You meet your instructor every morning at 8.45 am for a full day freeriding session on the best itineraries of La Plagne. You can choose to go with skis, snowboard or telemark if you feel like it!

The itinerary will be defined depending on your expectations and weather conditions.

End of the activity around 4.30 pm with a debriefing and a coffee.

Activity requirements

Participants must:
- be in good physical condition
- be good skiers/snowboarders (be able to ride down a red slope without stopping)

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Do not forget to bring
  • Your skiing equipment
  • Backpack with bottled water and snacks
  • Picnic
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2-3 days

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Tourism Office in La Plagne or directly at your accomodation

Included:
  • Collective and security equipment
Excluded:
  • Ski lift pass
  • Skiing equipment
  • Picnic
4
5 full days
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You meet your instructor every morning at 8.45 am for a full day freeriding session on the best itineraries of La Plagne. You can choose to go with skis, snowboard or telemark if you feel like it!

The itinerary will be defined depending on your expectations and weather conditions.

End of the activity around 4.30 pm with a debriefing and a coffee.

Activity requirements

Participants must:
- be in good physical condition
- be good skiers/snowboarders (be able to ride down a red slope without stopping)

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Do not forget to bring
  • Your skiing equipment
  • Backpack with bottled water and snacks
  • Picnic
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

4-7 days

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Tourism Office in La Plagne or directly at your accomodation

Included:
  • Collective and security equipment
Excluded:
  • Ski lift pass
  • Skiing equipment
  • Picnic
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Meeting point

Tourism Office in La Plagne or directly at your accomodation Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule