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Hiking Half day hike
Duration:
Half a day
Price from: 42€
Fitness:
Infobulle physique
Physical Level 1: For individuals who engage in occasional physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 250m or distance up to 5km.
Physical Level 2: For individuals who engage in regular physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 500m or distance up to 10km.
Physical Level 3: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1000m or distance up to 20km or multi-day routes without carrying personal belongings.
Physical Level 4: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1400m or distance up to 25km or multi-day routes with carrying personal belongings.
Physical Level 5: For individuals who engage in intensive endurance activities, positive elevation gain exceeding 1400m or distance exceeding 25km.
Technique:
Infobulle technique
Technical Level 1: For walkers, capable of navigating wide mountain trails suitable for vehicles.
Technical Level 2: For occasional hikers, capable of navigating non-technical mountain trails.
Technical Level 3: For regular hikers, capable of navigating slightly uneven mountain trails with roots or rocks.
Technical Level 4: For experienced hikers, capable of navigating rugged mountain trails with boulders, large steps, or exposed sections.
Technical Level 5: For seasoned hikers, capable of navigating off-trail routes or mountain trails with equipped sections, such as cables or ladders.
General information
Half-Day Discovery Hikes with Our Mountain Guides
Discover the cultural heritage and natural highlights of the Chamonix Valley.
At the foot of Mont Blanc, enjoy a unique mountain atmosphere on a guided half-day hike led by our experienced mountain guides. Accessible and friendly - 200 to 300 m of ascent - this format offers an authentic mountain experience at a relaxed pace.
full day hikes are also available for those who wish to extend the experience.
Weekly Programme - 200 to 300 m ascent
🌿 Wild Edible Plants - Tuesday morning | Meet at 9:00 am
Discover the wild edible plants of our mountains and their traditional uses
🏔 Heritage - Wednesday morning | Meet at 9:00 am
Follow historic paths and explore the local heritage and history of the valley
🐄 Mountain Farming - Thursday morning | Meet at 9:00 am
Discover alpine farming traditions at the heart of the valley’s culture
💧 Bérard Stream Walk - Friday afternoon | Meet at 6:00 pm
An evening walk along the Bérard stream in a cool and refreshing setting
☕ Glacier Brunch - Saturday morning | Meet at 7:30 am
Morning brunch at the Buvette du Chapeau overlooking the Mer de Glace
Group booking
The group formula associates people who do not necessarily know each other. It is ideal for people looking for group friendliness and attractive prices.
Dates for group booking
See on-line booking
Meeting point for group booking
7.30am, 9.00am, 6.30pm am at the Compagnie des guides in Chamonix depending on the outing
Guiding policy for group booking
Group of 12 people maximum per guide. Children must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by a parent
Departure for groupe booking
The trip will take place if at least 4 people are registered
Price 2026 for group booking
- 1/2 day : 45€ per person
- 3 half-days or more : 42€ per person
✅ This price includes
- mountain leader services
- Transfer to the starting point
❌ This price does not included
- snack
- the brunch at the buvette du Chapeau
Private booking
Want to share you hike only with your friends or family? Book a private guide and enjoy a tailor-made hike - Your guide, your pace.
Dates for private booking
See on-line booking
Meeting point for private booking
Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy for private booking
Between 1 - 12 people per guide
Destination for private booking
Tailored to your preferences on request
Prices 2026 for private booking
- Group from 1 to 4 people : 165€
- Group from 5 to 8 people : 175€
- Group from 9 to 12 people : 185€
✅ The price includes
- mountain leader services
❌ The price does not include
- transfer to the meeting point
- picnic & snacks
Further information
Find in this section, all the information about this activity. For any further information please contact our advisors.
Duration
2 - 3h of hiking - schedules given as an indication
Ability level
A half-day hike is intended for people who practice regular walking
Formality
Make sure you have valid individual liability insurance for the practice of this activity without any location or altitude restrictions, including assistance, search and rescue, and repatriation
Documents available for download
Equipment
Find in this section all the information about the different equipment that is required. Since weather conditions can be very variable, it is better to have several thin layers rather than to have one big garment.
Equipment
- Backpack
- Hiking shoes
- Trekking poles
- Comfortable clothing suitable for hiking
- Windproof jacket
- Cap
Accessories
- A pair of sun glasses category 4
- High protection sun cream
- A water bottle that contains a minimum 1,5 L
- Snacks
Our Rental Partners : You can rent your equipment with our rental shops partners and benefit from special price Millet (excluding crampons, ice axes and helmet), Sanglard Sports, Ravanel & Co & Concept Pro Shop
Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet
Booking
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Calculate your carbon footprint
Discover the carbon emissions of this activity and add your trip to the meeting point.
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for this activity & journey(s) = 0 kgIn order to limit global warming to +2°C by 2100, the COP-21 agreement stipulates that each human should emit no more than 2t of CO2 per year. According to the French Ministry of Ecology, today European citizens emit an average of 11t per year, and American citizens emit an average of 21t annually., or 0.3€The price for a ton of CO2 is currently 100€ in the European Union to offset.
Find out more about our zero impact strategy.
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