Backcountry skiing day trip in Serre Chevalier

Organized by Jody Laoureux

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Sporty
Duration: full day
Spoken languages: English, French
Minimum age: From 15 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Why hesitate any longer? Backcountry skiing in the sunny Serre-Chevalier is at the tip of your ski! Go with a professional guide who will take you on the most beautiful routes, no matter your level!

Backcountry skiing with Jody is awesome. In Serre Chevalier resort it's even better! With 300 days of sun per year you can't imagine better conditions to ride... Perfect to enjoy descents in fresh snow and picnics in the mountains!

Depending on your level and your expectations for the day, you will define your itinerary with your guide who will always make sure to take you on beautiful slopes, away from other skiers. No need to be a pro skier to follow him, you just need to be able to ride a red slope to access the first routes and gain in confidence to tackle more serious descents in the future.

Seasoned riders, follow the guide! He will be happy to take you on narrow roads where the fresh snow is clear and free of traces... for your greatest pleasure!

Offer Description

You meet your guide at 8:30 am at the ski lifts where you will double check all the equipment together and learn how to use the security equipment.

You will start with a quick warm-up on the slopes of the resort before riding Jody's favorite itineraries, depending on your expectations and the weather conditions.
You will stop mid-day for a snack in the resort before going back to riding down the slopes.

Course of events

Itineraries are defined with Jody depending on your level, your expectations for the day and weather conditions.

Examples of possible routes

Corridor of la Balme - difficult
The most challenging route around Serre Chevalier. Very steep and narrow corridor.

Ridge of Cibouit - difficult
For experienced skiers. Some technical passages before reaching the valley.

Corridor of Guibertes - difficult
For experienced skiers. Steep slopes before reaching the forest and valleys. Very beautiful route with multiple landscapes.

Croix de la Nore - accessible
Route easily accessible that offers a beautiful descent in nature.

The forest of Eduits - accessible
Very easy access, you ride in the snowy woods. Magical.

Prorel - accessible
Ideal if you can't decide on the landscapes that you like the most. You go from forests to wide valleys.

Valley of Corneilles - accessible
For walkers! A short 20 minute approach is needed to arrive on an untouched valley... Small pain for a pleasure well worth it!

Montagnole - very accessible
Lifts of Yret. Steep slopes that quickly open onto the valley.

Activity requirements

Participants must be able to ride red slopes with ease.

Included
  • Guide for the full day
  • Security equipment
Excluded
  • Transfer to the spot
  • Picnic
  • Ski equipment
  • Ski lift pass
Do not forget to bring
  • Backpack with snacks and drinks
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal
Meeting point
At the ski lift of Monetier Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days 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