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Ski guiding Méribel

Ski guiding MéribelThis is the ideal activity for good downhill skiers who want to take their first steps in the world of skiing. all-snow skiing in the huge 3 Vallées ski area. Accompanied by mountain guides who are experts in the area, you'll discover the pistes and make your first turns in all types of snow, before one day opening the doors to off-piste skiing and ski touring!

Méribel's guides have a thorough knowledge of the 600 kilometres of pistes in the 3 ValléesThe ski resorts of Courchevel, Méribel, Mottaret, Val Thorens, Orelle, Les Ménuires and Saint Martin de Belleville. You'll explore a variety of terrain, from groomed pistes to accessible natural areas of very moderate difficulty. The guides will also teach you the basics of mountain safety, and offer advice on how to ski safely.

Ski guiding in Méribel also gives you the chance to discover the best restaurants for lunch. After a morning's skiing, your guide will suggest typical or gourmet restaurants with exceptional views of the mountains.

In short, the ski guiding in Méribel is an ideal way to explore the 3 Valleys in complete safety and take your first steps in off-piste skiing, all in a magnificent setting.

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Highlights

Personalised itineraries in the 3 Vallées
The first steps towards all-snow skiing
Lunch at some of the best restaurants at altitude

Good to know

Group size

1 to 8 participants

Physical level

Beginner

Technical level

Beginner

Timetable

9am - 4pm

Meeting point

Rates

Private commitment
650 €

What you need to know

Included in the price

Supervision by a UIAGM-certified mountain guide
Loan of avalanche safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)

What to expect

Transport to the meeting point
3V lift passes for participants
Lunch for the group
Any transport costs, taxi back to Méribel

FAQ

Ski guiding is for skiers comfortable on red runs who want to discover the 3 Valleys with a guide. It's ideal for a first approach to all-snow skiing, before moving on to off-piste or ski touring.

These ski levels apply to freeriders.

BeginnerA good level of downhill skiing (red runs), but experience of all-snow skiing is limited to short forays along the slopes.

IntermediateThe ability to ski on any piste in any conditions (icy black runs, etc.), with considerable off-piste experience (being able to ski classic ungroomed itineraries quite far from the lifts, in a variety of snow types, whether "filmy" or a little more challenging, etc.).

ExpertThe aim is to achieve complete mastery of mountain skiing in all its forms: long off-piste itineraries, ease in couloirs, steep slopes, and all demanding itineraries where every movement must be perfectly executed.

BeginnerIdeal for those who: don't particularly enjoy endurance sports, can ski on piste for a day with regular breaks. Would like to discover the pleasures of off-piste mountain skiing with introductory itineraries that are not too physically demanding.

IntermediatePhysical fitness: Practises endurance sports fairly regularly, able to walk for about two hours with a reasonable amount of ascent. Can ski a whole day on the slopes without getting too tired at the end.

ExpertEndurance sports: practises endurance sports assiduously, can walk for several hours with a significant difference in altitude, and is capable of several significant climbs in the course of a single walk.

Yes! Thanks to the ski lifts, the guide can optimise his trips to explore several valleys in a day, while choosing the most beautiful itineraries.

A good level of fitness is recommended, but the itineraries are adapted to your pace. Your guide will choose the routes according to your ability and the conditions of the day.

The guide recommends the best places to eat, depending on the itinerary: mountain chalets, traditional restaurants or renowned gourmet addresses in the various resorts in the area. If you prefer the peace and quiet of nature and the weather is fine, we can recommend the best picnic spots!

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