[France] Alpine Dog Sledding | Leisure Activity

Overview
The French Alps ski resort offers a wide variety of snow activities. Besides traditional ski lessons, its dog sledding experience is particularly popular, providing visitors with a fun way to explore the snowy landscape.

Service Highlights

• Professional guides lead the wayExperienced certification wizards provide full guidance.
• Novel experience:Wonderful outdoor life and driving pleasure
• Magnificent mountain scenery routeExploring the mountains across snowfields
• Flexible choiceOffers different routes suitable for beginners and intermediate learners.

Course Schedule / Tour Options

• Dog sledding | Val Thorens

  • The duration is 45 minutes (30 minutes of riding, 15 minutes with the dogs and sled driver).
  • A sled can carry a maximum of 2 adults or 2 adults + 1 child under 10 years old, with a maximum weight of 170 kg.
  • Course Schedule: Before February 7th, classes are held every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday from 09:30 to 10:30; 10:30 to 11:30; 11:30 to 12:30; 12:45 to 13:45; 13:45 to 14:45; and 14:45 to 15:45. Classes are also held every Wednesday from 09:30 to 10:30, 10:30 to 11:30, 11:30 to 12:30, and 12:30 to 13:30. After February 7th, classes are held every Wednesday from 09:30 to 10:30, 10:30 to 11:30, 11:30 to 12:30, and 12:30 to 13:30.
  • The course begins on the right side of the Chalet du Cosmojet, on the "2 Lacs" trail. The trail slopes up rapidly. After a few meters, the trail ascends steadily along a gentle slope to the plateau. Our starting point is on the other side.
• Dog sledding| Val d'Isère
  • The duration is 30 minutes (20 minutes of riding, 10 minutes of interaction with the dog and sled driver).
  • A sled can accommodate 1-4 people: a single person weighing between 110 and 130 kg or taller than 1.90 meters; 2 adults and 1 child under 10 years old and weighing less than 40 kg; or a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children under 5 years old and weighing less than 20 kg (the total weight of each group must not exceed 180 kg, and the height and age of the participants may reduce the number of participants per sled).
  • Course starts in the Manchet Valley of Val d'Isère, near the Le Piaf/Le Relais restaurant. You can also take the "Yellow Line Train" (Train Jaune) (shuttle bus). If you are driving, please meet at the P7 parking lot.
• Dog sledding | Tignes
  
  • Duration: 60 minutesIncludes a 20-25 minute sled ride (depending on snow quality).
  • A sled can accommodate 1-4 people: a single person weighing between 110 and 130 kg or taller than 1.90 meters; 2 adults and 1 child under 10 years old and weighing less than 40 kg; or a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children under 5 years old and weighing less than 20 kg (the total weight of each group must not exceed 180 kg, and the height and age of the participants may reduce the number of participants per sled).
  • Course schedule: Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 09:30 - 10:30; 10:30 - 11:30; 11:30 - 12:30; 13:45 - 14:45; 14:45 - 15:45, 15:45 - 16:45
  • Course starts at: Lakeside cottages on the Tignes Val Claret side (CIHM bus stop).
• Dog sledding | Chanmonix
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Choose one of the two activitiesIntroduction to Sledding ((driving yourself) andPassenger sleds (passenger experience is provided on sleds driven by professional sled drivers; passengers are not permitted to sit on sleds driven by non-professionals).）
  • Sled entry-level: 8 years and older, maximum 6 people; Passenger sled: 3 years and older, 1 to 2 people per sled (total weight not exceeding 75 kg), only one sled per hour.
  • Course start location: Chamonix Golf Course
• Dog sledding | Megève/Saint Gervais
  
  • Choose one of the following venues: the Megève ridge (maximum 2 people per sled) or the Mont d'Arbois golf course (maximum 3 people per sled (only the third person under 6 years old is allowed; additional fee: €50).
  • Choose one of three activities: Half-day Polar Adventure (dog sledding and a guided, snowshoe hike of at least 40 minutes to reach the destination); Full-day Polar Adventure (guided tour throughout the day, including at least 40 minutes of snowshoe hiking, optional mountain meals, and dog sledding); 30-minute dog sledding for skiers.
  • Snowshoeing requires basic physical fitness. A pedestrian cable car ticket is required.
• Dog sledding | Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • A sled carries 1-4 people: a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children (the total weight of each group must not exceed 190 kg; the height and age of the participants may also reduce the number of participants per sled). The sled driver will not carry 3 or 4 adults on the sled. Children aged 3 and above can ride in dog sleds; adults (12 years and above) drive their own sleds.
  • Course starting point: The starting point of the Montagnettes Trail, right next to the huge VAL THORENS lettering.

The courses are conducted in English and French.Arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the start of the activity.

Suitable for

• Beginners want to experience activities
• Experienced partners with an adventurous spirit
• Families or small groups enjoy leisure and entertainment.

Booking & Confirmation Process

1. Customer places order: Complete the reservation on the website or through the channel, and provide the age, height and weight of each participant.
2. Activity ScheduleBefore the customer arrives, customer service will book sleds and guides according to the customer's needs.
3. Notify customers:pass Email or WeChatInform the tour guide of the meeting point, time, and location.
4. On the day of the eventMeet at the designated meeting point and begin the activity.

Booking Information

• Excludes insurance premiums, etc.
• Pregnant women are not permitted to participate in activities involving high altitude, cold weather, or adventure.
• All persons with medical contraindications (sprains, crutches, casts, prostheses, etc.) or disabilities may enter under specific conditions and upon request.
• Please dress warmly: ski suit and snow boots (ski boots are not allowed); hat or sunglasses, gloves.
•  Wearing a helmet is recommended.
• Some activities have weight restrictions. If the total weight/number of participants exceeds the limit, the sled driver has the right to refuse one participant and reserves the right to cancel the course without refund.
• Required information for booking: age, height, and weight of each participant.
• Please note that if you provide incorrect information at the time of booking or are late, the sled driver may cancel your trip without a refund. Late arrivals are not permitted. If you are more than 10 minutes late, the activity will be cancelled without a refund.
• Please note that some products have restrictions on the number of people, weight, and age. Please select the correct product when booking.
• There is a weight limit for each group, and the height and age of the participants may also reduce the number of participants per sled.