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Hiking from Champex to the Cabane d’Orny via Val d’Arpette (2 days)

Hiking from Champex to the Cabane d’Orny via Val d’Arpette (2 days)
Hiking from Champex to the Cabane d'Orny via Val d'Arpette (2 days) 1
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Come with UIMLA certified mountain leader Sarah on this 2-day hike and go across a stunning wild area in Switzerland to the Cabane d'Orny, a mountain refuge in the Mont Blanc Massif.

Private

Alps

2 Days

Jun - Sep

High

Beginner


Highlights

  • Enjoy hiking from Champex to the Orny Hut and discover the Orny Glacier.
  • Spend the night at a comfortable mountain hut in the Swiss Alps.
  • Descend through the peaceful and wild Vallon d'Arpette de Saleina.

Description

Would you like to discover a dazzling natural area in the middle of the Alps? Follow me on this hiking program to the Cabane d’Orny and spend 2 days exploring the natural jewels

Situated in the middle of a paradisiacal panorama, Cabane d’Orny is a mountain refuge in the Swiss side of the Mont Blanc Massif, in the Canton of Valais. At 2,831 meters of altitude, the hut is located next to the Orny Glacier between two small beautiful lakes. Here is where our hiking program will lead us and where we’ll spend the night.

If you join me on this hike, we’ll go across the Marais de Champex-Lac, a protected area where we can find various animals and vegetation. Then, we’ll continue the ascent to the Orny Hut and the Orny Glacier, from where we’ll contemplate stunning landscapes from the surrounding mountains. On the following day, we’ll descend through the Vallon d’Arpette de Saleina, a gorgeous and peaceful wilderness area, and return to Champex.

Does this hike sound interesting to you? Keep in mind it’s important to have a good level of fitness. So, if you’re ready for this adventure, don’t hesitate to send the request and make your reservation. I’ll be glad to be your guide across this amazing natural area in Switzerland.

In addition, other hiking experiences with overnights at mountain huts are these programs that I lead to Cabane de Louvie, Cabane Brunet and Cabane de Valsorey. Check them out!

Price includes

  • Accommodation included
  • Guiding fee
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Price details

  • Transportation, snacks, drinks and personal expenses are not included.

About the guide

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-Sarah

5.0

(1)

Mountain Leader

Setting off on an adventure on a whim, without a precise plan, walking according to desires and emotions, pushing further to discover what a summit or a ridge reveals. Trained as a business lawyer, then manager of a large sports store, biathlete and trail runner, it was my job as a guide that ultimately allowed me to establish a more structured and secure framework for my wanderings, but without ever losing my wonder and my curiosity. It is with this state of mind that today I like to travel and share the mountains here and elsewhere, preferably roaming, in order to give us time to soak up the landscapes which evolve over time, days and seasons.

I will always be happy to set off on the classic tours, but above all I strive to guide you off the beaten paths.

Languages

French | English

Certificates

UIMLA

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What people are saying about -Sarah

Stephen

Frankly, Sarah Kleinknecht is what you dream of having when picking a guide and it is my pleasure to provide a review. My 76 year old mother and I recently went on a 5 day trek through the Alps and it was nothing short of perfect. Sarah is able to perfectly speak 3 different languages however I would argue that her ability to communicate the needs of her clients is her most fluent form of expression. She was easily able to adjust daily excursions depending on weather/ability and planned a life changing adventure. My mother, who as stated is 76, had a perfectly planned course of hikes/trails with challenging yet achievable objectives. Even more so, Sarah is low key a celebrity within the Alps having worked there over 20 years and knew everyone! We were warmly greeted like old friends everywhere we went. She is a positive yet stern guide who keeps safety first yet is always able to provide a laugh. Without a doubt, I would highly recommended Sarah!


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