Ski tour from Ovronnaz with an overnight stay at the Fenestral hut, in the heart of the Swiss Valais.
In the spirit of our trips offering a night close to the stars, we invite you to discover the Fenestral hut, considered one of the most beautiful refuges in the Swiss Alps. Located at an altitude of 2,453 m in Valais, the hut was completely rebuilt in 2015 with the ambition of allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the mountain environment.
From the trip description by Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your guide
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: Included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not confirmed
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- 2 days on snow with staff
- Backcountry guidingIFMGA English-speaking mountain guiding service; 4 to 6 people per guide.
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Suitable for skiers skilled in off-piste skiing in a variety of snow conditions and with prior experience in ski touring. The terrain features wide slopes with occasional narrow sections and inclines of up to 35°.
- Designed for individuals who regularly engage in physical activity. Expect a positive elevation gain of up to 750 m per day and 5 to 6 hours of effort each day.
- Sport
- Ski
- Minimum age
- 18 years
From the trip description by Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix
What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Lift pass
- Meals · partly
- Transfers
- IFMGA English-speaking mountain guiding service
- Half-board in a mountain hut (dinner, breakfast and overnight stay)
- Ski lift access and public transport as per programme
- Safety kit (avalanche transceiver/DVA, shovel and probe)
Not included
- Packed lunches and daily snacks
- Cancellation and assistance-repatriation insurance
- Personal drinks and other personal expenses
- Cost of getting to the meeting point
- Personal technical equipment
Not confirmed by the operator: Lesson.
Day by day
This is provided as a guideline and may be adjusted according to the group’s level and mountain conditions.
- Day 1: Departure from Chamonix to the resort of Ovronnaz, located above Riddes in the Swiss Valais. There is an option to meet at the Riddes train station. We take the ski lifts to La Forcle (2,166 m), from where we ski down to Les Grands Prés (2,100 m). We then put on our skins to ascend to the Fenestral Pass and the hut (2,453 m). After a break, we ski towards Lac Supérieur de Fully (2,150 m) before returning to the hut for the night.Elevation gain: 590 m | Elevation loss: 360 m
- Day 2: We head towards the Grande Dent de Morcles (2,969 m). The ascent starts with a traverse and then opens up to wide slopes leading to the summit. After a brief descent, we reach Tête Noire (2,871 m), which provides access to a magnificent couloir that leads back to the resort. We descend to Ovronnaz either via the slopes or off-piste, depending on the conditions.Elevation gain: 600 m | Elevation loss: 1,600 m
From the trip description by Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix
Where you stay
Half-board in a staffed mountain hut, with drinks available for purchase. Before and after the trip, benefit from special rates with our hotel partners in Chamonix.
Getting There
8:30 AM at the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix - 190 Place de l’Église, 74400 Chamonix. Option to meet at Riddes train station around 10:00 AM.
From the trip description by Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix
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Dates and prices
- Jan 23 – Jan 24, 20272026/27 · 2 days460 EUR460€ per person, based on a minimum of 4 participants. (2027 group price); private-booking prices per person are listed under Good To KnowAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Start date read from the operator's group booking module (booking.chamonix-guides.com), which lists start dates only; end date computed from the 2-day programme. Group departures need a minimum of 4 participants.
- Feb 6 – Feb 7, 20272026/27 · 2 days460 EUR460€ per person, based on a minimum of 4 participants. (2027 group price); private-booking prices per person are listed under Good To KnowAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Start date read from the operator's group booking module (booking.chamonix-guides.com), which lists start dates only; end date computed from the 2-day programme. Group departures need a minimum of 4 participants.
- Feb 20 – Feb 21, 20272026/27 · 2 days460 EUR460€ per person, based on a minimum of 4 participants. (2027 group price); private-booking prices per person are listed under Good To KnowAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Start date read from the operator's group booking module (booking.chamonix-guides.com), which lists start dates only; end date computed from the 2-day programme. Group departures need a minimum of 4 participants.
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.
Good To Know
Group booking: 460€ per person, based on a minimum of 4 participants.
Guiding policy: 4 to 6 people per guide. Registration possible from the age of 18.
Private booking prices 2027: 2 people : 1015€ per person; 3 people : 725€ per person; 4 people : 580€ per person; 5 people : 495€ per person; 6 people : 435€ per person
Participants must have mountain sports insurance with repatriation cover. We strongly recommend that this also includes cancellation cover. You can take out insurance offering both types of cover when you sign up.
From the trip description by Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix
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