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Information About Us 4 Contact Us 5 Stay at KISC 6 Booking Conditions 8 KISC - The World Scout Centre Catering Options 9 Travel Information 11 Lord Baden-Powell believed the best way to achieve Programme Information 12 happiness was to bring happiness to others. He also believed that by exploring nature, working in the patrol Be Prepared 14 system and learning by doing, young people would Awards & Badges 16 be able to develop themselves and become active citizens of the World. KISC is B-P’s dream come to life. We live true to his beliefs and, through our International Friendship programme, we encourage Scouts to develop and be Weekly activities 18 agents of peace and positive change throughout the Int. Friendship activities 22 World. Welcome to the World Scout Centre! Int. Friendship Self-Guided activities 23
Felipe Marqueis (BR) Director Eco Activities Legend Eco Guided activities 24 Eco Self-Guided activities 26 Age limit
Group size High Adventure Activity duration Guided hikes 28 Price Climbing activities 31 Snow & Ice activities 32 Child price (15 and under) KISC mountain huts 35 Adult price (16 and over) Local mountain huts 36
Departing from KISC Challenge activities 39 Water activities 40 Arrival back at KISC More adventures 42 Day of the Week
Externally Provided Activity Discover Switzerland
Difficulty Easy Day Trips 45 Local activities 46 Medium Discover Switzerland 48 Hard Regional Transport Tickets 49
Scout Section Cubs KanderActive Summer 2018 – Credits Recommendation Production: Oscar Holmsten, Andrew Pridding, Javier Paniagua Petisco. Scouts Cover photo: Vero Photos: KISC collection, BLS AG, AFA AG, Alpinschule Adelboden, Jungfraubahnen AG Explorers Design: Ric Perez, Álvaro Sanmartí Printer: Flyerline Schweiz AG / Printed in Switzerland on recycled paper. Rovers Please note: All information in this booklet was correct at the time of print (January 2018). All prices include VAT and are subject to change without prior notice. 4 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 5 about contact us us
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is the World Website – www.kisc.ch Scout Centre of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement. Following the success of the rst ever Our website contains complete information about Jamboree held in London during 1920, Lord Baden- the Centre and has many useful tools to help you Powell expressed his wish of a Permanent Mini- plan your visit here. Check out the photos to see Jamboree where Scouts from all over the world our various accommodation layouts, download full could meet. We opened our doors in 1923 and have descriptions of over 25 different hiking routes, watch been bringing Scouts and Guides together ever videos of the water activities in Interlaken or check since. Many changes have happened since, and out what the staff have been getting up to. today we welcome over 12,000 Scouts and Guides It also contains our online booking form - this is from more than 45 countries every year. The busy how you book your stay with us. The website has summertime lls our campsite with more than 1,700 more information on catering, accommodation and Scouts, which highlights our focus of International activities. You can also find out how to become a Friendship. member of Staff, details of upcoming events and all the latest news from the Centre. We are situated in the Bernese Oberland, one of KISC is run by a volunteer staff team of Scouts the most spectacular regions of the Swiss Alps. and Guides from around the world and is made Contact Hours This makes KISC the perfect base for activities up of people working from three months to several such as hiking, rock climbing and mountaineering. years. All of the Staff speak English – the working Our Reception is the main point of contact for We are centrally located in Switzerland and easily language of the Centre, although many other making a booking, or for asking questions about reachable from many destinations. languages are spoken by different Staff members. an existing booking. The Programme team also Our Staff are known as the Pinkies, due to the work in Reception, so please contact us if you have Contact us bright pink t-shirts they wear. any questions about activities. We can be reached in person, on the phone, or on Skype during the Kandersteg International Scout Centre KISC is here for you and we ask Baden-Powell asked us to leave the world a following times; if you have a lot to discuss, please Wagetiweg 7, CH-3718, Kandersteg the following to help us run it: little better than we found it, and caring for the call earlier in the day: Switzerland environment is one of our central themes. We are Tel: +41 33 675 82 82 • Follow your Scout Law and Promise. a founding member of the SCENES (Scout Centres Fax: +41 33 675 82 89 • Respect other groups and our Staff. of Excellence for Nature and the Environment) 08:15* – 12:00 Email: [email protected] Monday – Saturday • Help Staff by cleaning up after yourself. network (see page 25 for more details). Skype: kisc-reception 14:00 – 18:00* • Leave your room or campsite clean and tidy. The purpose of Scouting is to develop young people Sunday 09:15* – 12:00 • Positively represent Scouting, your to help them build a better world, and to allow them Get all the latest news from KISC! 14:00 – 18:00* country and KISC whilst travelling in to play a constructive role in society. At KISC we Twitter: @KISC Switzerland. provide a challenging programme of activities, *In high season, from early July to late August, Reception is Instagram: @kiscagram • To recycle and to reduce the with the aim of developing young people socially, open every day from 08.00-12.00 and 13.00-20.00. Facebook: fb.me/kandersteg environmental impact of your stay. physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. More information can be found at www.kisc.ch/ During high season, the Chalet Shop is open daily, programme along with the Campsite Of ce. You will be noti ed of these opening hours when you arrive.
Dairy, Cheese Specialities, Homemade products, Gifts, Delivery 3718 Kandersteg // Phone 033 675 12 59
6 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 7 To encourage Scouts from around the world to visit KISC, we offer stay at discounts of up to 75% off the cost of overnights, according to the WOSM fee structure. Contact Reception to kisc see if you are eligible!
As the World Scout Centre we have all the Kander-Lodge facilities you need to make yourself at home, and to run the perfect Scout camp. From camping, Our most modern accommodation block, this to twin rooms, to self contained group houses, consists of 18 twin bedrooms, with a bathroom we have accommodation to suit all budgets shared between 2 rooms. There is also one twin and group sizes. KISC facilities open to all of bedroom and one 6 bed room, each with a private our guests include a souvenir shop, a guest bathroom. Full bedding is included. Facilities include laundry and drying rooms, a multi-faith chapel, a kitchen, lounge and free Wi-Fi. Perfect for families, The Campsite football and volleyball pitches, campsite shelters conferences, seminars and groups looking for a and campfire circles of different sizes. To get higher quality of accommodation. Our campsite can accommodate up to 1,200 a avour of the different options check out the people on more than 55 sites of different sizes. pictures on our website. The Tower All sites have drinking water taps nearby and Campsite Rental Equipment there are toilet and shower blocks with limited Tables and benches CHF 5.- per set, per day The Old Chalet This group house has a large hall perfect for running hot water throughout the campsite. We aim to activities or dining. The Tower is actually 2 buildings give each group their own site, but in high season Firewood * CHF 6.- per barrel The original KISC building dates back to 1906, on our Campsite and can accommodate 57 people. groups may need to share. The Campsite has Propane gas * CHF 6.- per kilogram although it has had many renovations since! The Old The Tower has 9 beds, a fully equipped kitchen and several covered re shelters, a sports eld, small Butane gas * CHF16.- per kilogram Chalet has 180 beds spread over 23 rooms. Room the large hall. Next door, the Bunkhouse has 48 beds and large camp re circles, fridge rooms, drying Tent rental CHF 5.- per person, per day sizes are from 3 to 22 beds; most rooms have bunk in 4 rooms and 2 bathrooms. The Tower is perfect rooms and recycling centres. No vehicles are Campsite cooking set CHF 6.- per set, per day beds, tables and chairs and some storage space. for larger groups who would like privacy while also allowed on the Campsite but we have post carts Kitchen tent CHF 20.- per day Full bedding is provided. The Chalet’s facilities being close to the Campsite. This facility is ideal for a to help you transport your equipment. Please Gas stove CHF 3.- per day include several meeting and common rooms, central weekend celebration or special event. note that full campsite services are only available Pioneering poles Free - limited availability heating, modern showers and toilets, and free Wi- from mid June to early September. Outside these Fi. Several of the rooms are suitable for disabled The Sunneblick dates, some facilities will not be open. Email guests. reception for details. Renovated in 2015, The Sunneblick is a traditional The New Chalet group house close to the Chalet. It sleeps 47 people Did you know...? in 10 bedrooms (3 twin bunk rooms, 3 four bedded Connected to the Old Chalet, this building has 9 rooms, and the rest in larger dorms). It has a large The bedrooms are each themed to a different country thanks to sponsorship from National rooms of a higher standard with 3 single beds in kitchen, dining hall, common room, free Wi-Fi, and Scout Organisations from around the world. Our Campsite is also split into different world each room. Full bedding is included. This building is its own garden area. Ideal for group use. regions, giving our accommodation a real international avour. unavailable between June 1st and September 10th. Free Wi-Fi is available.
Accommodation Prices Accommodation Infants Scouts (6-16) Scouts (17+) Non-Scouts (6-16) Non-Scouts (17+) Old Chalet CHF 9.00 CHF 17.50 CHF 19.50 CHF 23.00 CHF 25.00 New Chalet CHF 11.00 CHF 22.00 CHF 24.00 CHF 31.00 CHF 33.00 Kander-Lodge CHF 15.00 CHF 29.00 CHF 31.00 CHF 36.00 CHF 38.00 Tower* CHF 9.00 CHF 17.50 CHF 19.50 CHF 17.50 CHF 19.50 Sunneblick** CHF 9.00 CHF 17.50 CHF 19.50 CHF 17.50 CHF 19.50 Campsite CHF 5.00 CHF 9.50 CHF 11.50 CHF 13.00 CHF 15.00
All prices includes tourist tax of; under 6 years CHF 0.-, 6-16 years CHF 1.-, 17+ years CHF 3.- Infants are children aged 5 years and under and are only charged if they require their own bed. * The minimum occupancy charge for the Tower is 30 people. ** The minimum occupancy charge for the Sunneblick is 20 people. For groups with fewer particpants, please contact us to discuss possibilities. Non-Scout groups of more than 30 people will receive the Scout price. 8 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 9 Are you having a busy week? Booking catering with us can save booking you plenty of time which you can catering use exploring Kandersteg and the conditions surrounding environment. options
Booking and Conditions Booking Cancellation Fees Catering at KISC Dining Times
Booking requests can be made on our website. Take care with reservations: every wasted space At KISC there are a wide variety of catering Summer After receiving your request for accommodation, is a disappointed Scout. options. If you want catered meals, you can choose Monday – Sunday we will check availability and make a provisional whichever meals you like; meals are “canteen” style, 07:00 – 09:00 12:00 18:00* booking. If your request is unavailable we may offer If your group reduces the number of participants with a set menu every day. Fill in your catering order *In Summer the opening hours of the dining hall can vary you alternative dates or alternative accommodation. within 90 days of arrival, an admin fee of CHF 25.- form, and send it to Reception at least 48 hours from day to day. Please check opening times on the updated will be charged for each participant who does not before arrival. Groups of 10+ need to book meals list outside the dining hall. Once a booking is made, you will be asked to pay check in. Reductions in the length of your stay within no later than 7 days in advance. We can only cook a prepayment by a specified date to secure your 90 days of arrival are also subject to an admin fee; for limited numbers, so please order well in advance Autumn, Winter, Spring reservation. the maximum fee is equivalent to the total cancelled to avoid any disappointment, especially in busy overnights at full price. Summer weeks. Monday – Saturday You can only make programme, catering and If you cancel your booking more than 90 days before 07:30 – 09:00 12:00 18:00 equipment bookings after we have received arrival, half of the prepayment will be reimbursed. Allergies Sunday your prepayment. Scouts and Guides will be given If you cancel within 90 days of arrival the full 08:30 – 09:30 12:00 18:00 priority during our high season. prepayment will be kept by KISC. We do our best to cater for guests with dietary If you cancel or make changes to catering, meals requirements, however it is not possible to cover Guest Kitchens are charged in full if less than 24 hours notice is every request. We can cook for vegetarians, vegans, given. For full details see our General Terms and gluten-, lactose- and nut-free diets. We cook all food If you are staying in the Chalet, you can rent a guest Conditions. in the same kitchen and with the same equipment kitchen for CHF 10.- and self cater. If your group is Activities have a separete cancellation policy and so, if you have a severe allergy, we recommend small you may need to share the kitchen. Must be you can nd it in page 13. cooking for yourself. Certain diets, such as food booked in advanced, as we have limited availability. allergies, need to be booked at least 7 days in advance. Catering & Programme
Food Orders Once you have booked your programme, it is your responsibility to make sure the meals you book t You can make basic food orders through the Centre, with your activities. Most of our activities do t to our saving you the hassle of going into the village to meal times, but please pay attention for when you get your catering supplies. Simply ask at Reception might be out for lunch, or overnight in huts. for a food order sheet and then collect your food at the speci ed time. You can also visit our website to If you are staying in a KISC hut you must bring food get the order sheet and to see the prices. Please to cook for dinner and breakfast, or book a food remember that some items need to be ordered up package. See page 35 for details. Local mountain to a week in advance. You can also email your food huts include dinner and breakfast in the price. order to Reception before arrival. Catering Prices Self-Catering options* Meal Price (per person) Accommodation Self-Catering Breakfast CHF 7.- Chalet Guest Kitchens Packed Lunch CHF 11.- Kander-Lodge Kander-Lodge Kitchen Hot Lunch CHF 13.- Tower Tower Kitchen Dinner CHF 13.- Sunneblick Sunneblick Kitchen Fondue* CHF 15.-
Campsite Cooking on site All meals should be booked as soon as possible *KISC Catering and food orders are available for and at least 48 hours in advance. all accommodation options, subject to availability. Under 6 years old are half normal price *Fondue min. 4 people. Unavailable in Summer
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Travelling
Kandersteg is centrally located in Switzerland and is well connected by road and train. See also page 49 for details of local train tickets offered by KISC. By Road
The European motorway network reaches Spiez located 30 minutes north of the Centre. If approaching from the south, you will take the car train from Goppenstein to Kandersteg. Limited coach and car parking is available at KISC. By Plane
The nearest international airports are located in Geneva, Zurich, Basel, Bern and Milan. Zurich and Geneva airports have their own train stations and the Swiss train system is punctual and easy to use. By Train
Easily located from most European countries with routes via Bern, Basel, Geneva or Brig. For Swiss train timetables and prices visit www.sbb.ch. The Centre is 25 minutes walk from the train station. A local bus runs hourly during the day from the station to the Centre and is free if wearing a scout scarf. For uptodate bus information, please, see our website. The Centre can provide luggage transfers from the station, if booked in advance, for CHF 30.- per run. Get special tickets to Bern, Brig, Interlaken and Thun at the KISC reception By Coach City Price Adult Price Child One easy way to get to KISC with a group is a coach transfer. The Centre can organise coach transfers from airports in Switzerland and further. Please contact us for your personalised quote.
BLS Travel Centre at Kandersteg railway station 12 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 13 programme information
The Programme Staff
The Programme Staff work year-round in the Route Cards Reception at KISC. We have tried and tested our activities and know about many of the In the interests of safety, possibilities in and around Kandersteg. You can all groups going out hiking, contact us at [email protected]. climbing or mountain biking must complete a route Get in touch if you have any questions about speci c card. These are available in activities or about our activities in general as well as Reception, and each group sending us your activity bookings. Please use your must register their intended route before leaving the Centre. The completed route card must be booking number in all correspondence. Whether you handed to a Staff member in Reception, where it will be displayed until a representative of the group want to come alone or as part of a group, if you want Activity Availability comes to report that everyone has safely returned. a full programme or just a little advice, we are here to help. Summer
Summer is our main season, and we welcome Insurance Activity Cancellation Booking Activities over 8,000 Scouts to KISC. Most of our guided Charges activities can only be booked from 2nd July until Please remember that the Alps, and mountain Our activities have limited spaces and, in mid 5th September. Our centre is busiest in the weeks activities, can be dangerous. It is your responsibility We have lots of groups wishing to do activities and, summer with over 1,000 Scouts at KISC, many of around 1st August; a full centre gives you the mini- to ensure that you and your group are fully prepared once an activity is booked, we have to turn other our activities will be fully booked, especially in the jamboree feeling, but does mean that our activities for all the activities that you intend to undertake, Scouts away. If groups do not let us know of changes busiest weeks around August 1st. get fully booked quicker than at any other time. both in terms of fitness and equipment. The or cancellations, it can leave empty spaces and Centre’s insurance does not cover you or your disappointed Scouts. To avoid this and encourage Once you have paid your booking fee, you will Spring and Autumn group against accidents that may occur during realistic activity bookings, we charge a cancellation receive a programme order form. Summer activity your stay. Please check your insurance policy fee for changes and cancellations with less bookings open on 1st March at 10:00 CET. Spring runs from March until June, and Autumn from carefully and make sure that it covers all rescue and than 7 days notice. This fee is 50% of the cost of September until December, and these times are medical costs. the activity per person, or CHF 5.- per person, Our activities are booked on a ‘first come, first “Low Season” here at KISC. We have fewer staff whichever is larger. Changes and cancellations served’ basis, so please start planning your activities available to run activities, and we’re also limited by Emergency rescue in the Alps is often made done within 48 hours before the start of the as soon as possible, and before March 1st. Planning weather, cable cars, etc. We will still try to give you by helicopter, so please make sure that your activity will not be refunded. activities in advance and booking early gives you the the best experience possible. If you are staying with insurance covers this. For more information see best chance of getting your rst choice of activities. us during Spring or Autumn, email us before you our website. This applies to all KISC activities advertised in You can email us before this date to check through arrive to see what activities will be possible and this brochure. If the activity is run by an external your proposed programme. to avoid disapointment. company, different cancellation policies will apply, External Activities and you may have to pay in full. Please think As part of your check in when you arrive at KISC Winter carefully and plan a realistic programme. If you need we will run through all of your bookings, and KISC works with many external suppliers to run to make changes once you have requested your give you all the information sheets and tickets Winter turns Kandersteg into a magical place, certain activities and provide other services. When programme, please do this as far in advance as you need. surrounded by snowcovered mountains. We you see this sign , it means that the services are possible. Please contact us for planning advice! offer a wide variety of winter activities, including provided by a party other than KISC. Please note that the minimum ages and group sizes snowshoeing, curling, sledding, winter hiking and By purchasing a service of a third party you are Non-Guests for activities listed in KanderActive must be followed much more. You can also book a ski or snowboard accepting the terms and conditions speci ed by and are in line with our safety policy. We require a guide to show you around the ski resorts. All of the the provider. We accept no liability for services The activity prices here are for guests staying at leader or responsible adult over the age of 18 to programme we offer is available to view in our brokered through KISC which are privided by a KISC. Non-guests are welcome to book activities be present for all activities. The leader is counted annual Winter KanderActive. Visit our website third party. The invocing is handled by KISC in with us, for a surcharge of 10% of the activity cost as part of the total group number. for more info. the name of the provider. or a minimum CHF 1.– per item, whichever is larger.
14 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 15 Hiking equipment can be expensive to buy, especially the equipment which be is required to hike in the alps. We recommend borrowing equipment prepared from friends and family if possible. summer kit list We want to give our guests the best possible Hiking / Climbing Equipment experience here at KISC. Preparing yourself and all Scouts for a week in Switzerland can be The alpine environment is world tricky. For that reason, we have designed three famous for its beauty, but also its Hat & gloves pre-arrival activities. These activities can be run unpredictability. It is essential that during your regular Scout meeting, by you! To your entire group has the correct Important even in Summer! access all the material needed, please visit our equipment to take part in both website: www.kisc.ch/beprepared guided and unguided activities. If Rucksack you do not have what we consider These activities will also help you towards our to be appropriate equipment, then Suggested 30 litres different awards - see page 16! you will be unable to participate in Comfortable wide straps our guided activities.
Pre-arrival Activities Please check our website for our Waterproof jacket full Summer Kit List. Hiking in the Alps
Before arrival All ages Base & Mid layers Weather in Kandersteg 1 hour FREE Breathable material Prepare your Scouts for the tough hiking conditions The weather in Kandersteg is very changeable Warm eece in the Swiss Alps with these fun activities. The and dif cult to predict. Sometimes we Scouts will learn about different types of clothing, experience all of the seasons in one day! how to pack a bag effectively and how the weather Often in summer the days begin warm and changes in the alps. sunny, with clouds and sometimes rain and Trousers thunderstorms arriving in the afternoon. All Reduce, Reuse, Recycle of our hikes start at over 1,100m and can Fast drying material (not jeans) rise up to 3,300m. As the altitude increases, Plus additional waterproof layer Before arrival All ages temperatures get colder and the weather becomes less predictable. There can still be 1 hour FREE snow covering the high trails and passes until Hiking socks Learn everything about how Switzerland and mid July. Have a look at our webcam to see KISC recycle in a fun and educational way! This the current weather. workshop is lled with games and races, which are Boots with ankle support also connected to nature and the environment. We recommend this activity to any group staying on our Share a meal, get a friend Used to them (feet comfortable) campsite, or cooking by themselves. By May 1st All ages Switzerland & Kandersteg Evening FREE
Before arrival All ages This activity will see you paired up with another Scout group staying at KISC. You are asked to 1 hour FREE plan an evening of activities together; you could Explore Switzerland and Kandersteg even before cook together, share traditions from your culture you arrive here! This activity will teach the Scouts and get that true Jamboree feeling. Sign up on how KISC was formed, with some brief information our website before 1st May. We will share contact about Switzerland. The workshop also includes details from all participating groups after 1st May, games from Baden Powell himself! so that the planning can happen prior to arrival! 16 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 17 awards & badges
During your stay why not work towards one or more of our awards? Designed to fit easily into your programme, our awards will help you discover our activities and build up a programme for your stay. Eco Award Most of these awards are possible all year round. Scout Solar Badge A list of requirements for each award is available CHF 3.- from Reception or on our website, and these can be CHF 3.- adapted and changed to t your group and plans. This award focuses on exploring our unique alpine When completed, the badges can be purchased environment, along with educating you about current To earn this award, join one of the Solar Workshops from Reception. Why not use our Awards to give environmental issues and encouraging you to take we run during Summer. Price includes the activity. you some inspiration for planning your group action. Swiss Explorer programme? Hüttentest International Friendship Award CHF 3.- To help you plan a balanced week of activities here CHF 6.- at KISC, we have incorporated aspects of SPICES CHF 3.- This award is ideal for younger Scouts or groups into our badge requirements. So if you work towards only staying here for a few days. It will help you Collect your Hüttentest card and have it stamped at one of our awards, your Scouts will have a balanced This award focuses on our Mini-Jamboree feeling, appreciate Swiss culture and discover Kandersteg. each mountain hut you visit. Visit enough huts and programme. Find out more about SPICES on the and encourages you to explore and develop your This award can be done at any time of the year. you will qualify for the bronze, silver or even gold! WOSM website. interest in other cultures and ways of life. A great way to meet other Scouts from around the world. KISC Challenge Wander Rucksack Programme Themes High Adventure Award CHF 3.- CHF 6.- International Friendship, Eco and High Adventure make up our 3 themes. All of our activities are CHF 3.- Encourage your Scouts to be challenged during their Around the village, and in the mountains, you will designed to fit into one of these themes. They stay at KISC. To gain this badge you will have to nd special signposts with passwords on them. Get are a great way to get ideas and to help plan your The High Adventure Award takes you high up into the master all 3 areas of our programme - International your Wander Rucksack guide from reception and programme. We recommend all groups to try Alps. Explore the mountains, learn to navigate, nd Friendship, Eco and High Adventure. copy down the passwords to earn the awards. There something from each theme. out how the Alps were formed. Challenge yourself! are 3 dif culty levels to try: Bronze, Silver or Gold. Ueschinen Hut Badge
NECKERSANDBADGES.COM CHF 3.- MBC are proud to support KISC by supplying FREE Prove that you spent the night in our very own the very highest quality Artwork mountain hut with this badge. Available at the hut NECKERS & BADGES Service or at Reception. Don’t forget to get your postcard to FREE send home to show your family you made it! Delivery UK EU CH Gfellalp Hut Badge
BADGES CHF 3.- NECKERS Embroidered Woven To show that you experienced the amazing views Overlocked Plain Bordered Printed Apex at our mountain hut Gfellalp, get your badge. Post Laser Cut Embroidered Apex 100% Printed Cotton Full-Colour Printed Woven Bordered 100% Printed Polyester a Gfellalp postcard in the hut too, to boast of your achievement! [email protected] +441384 74500
18 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 19 Why not book some more reflective activities, to make your week more weekly varied? The Light Trail or Spirit of Scouting give Scouts the chance to think about the Global and activities Historical aspects of Scouting.
Our Weekly Summer Programme is action packed to allow you to meet Scouts from all over the world and get that real Jamboree feeling. It runs from the 2nd July to the 1st September. Messengers of Peace BBQ starts from 25th June. Many activities are free but must be booked in advance. More information on the next pages.
Day Time Activity Location
Monday 18.00 - 20.00 Messengers of Peace BBQ Outside Chalet Scouts reflecting together 19.00 - 20.00 KanderChallenge Sports Field Tuesday during Spirit of Scouting 19.30 - 21.00 The Spirit of Scouting Campsite Chapel Wednesday 17.00 - 19.00 Wet ‘n’ Wild (between 27/6 - 15/8) Village Pool 20.00 - 21.00 Swiss Culture Night (20/6, 18/7, 25/7, 08/8, 29/8, 12/9) Village School Messengers of Peace BBQ Wet 'n' Wild Thursday 19.00 - 20.00 Race the World Sports Field Monday All ages Certain Wednesdays All ages 19.30 - 21.30 Light Trail Outside Chalet 18.00 - 20.00 CHF 13.- (incl. CHF 2.- donation) 17.00 - 19.00 CHF 4.20 Friday 20.00 - 22.00 International Camp re Camp re Circle Saturday 14.30 - 17.00 Pioneering Competition Sports Field Come together at our weekly BBQ outside the Come to the village swimming pool for it’s Wet ‘n’ Chalet. A great way to meet new friends and also Wild party. Expect games, music, floats, rubber 09.00 - 09.30 Flag Break & Welcome Sports Field Sunday support Scouting around world. For each BBQ meal rings, water volleyball, slacklines and of course the 09.30 - 11.00 Sunday Meet Up Sports Field sold, KISC donates CHF 2.- to a Scout project in water slide. Don’t want to rush back for dinner? 14.30 - 17.00 International Sports Afternoon Sports Field developing countries for our very own Messenger of Bring a picnic or make your own BBQ on the 19.00 - 20.30 International Evening Outside Chalet Peace project. Starts from 25th June 2018. provided grills. The best time to go to the village swimming pool. Runs between 27/06 to 15/08. 20.00 - 20.30 Leader’s Gathering Chalet Main Hall KanderChallenge
Tuesday All ages
19.00 - 20.00 FREE Join this activity and be part of an international team with Scouts from different countries. You will navigate between a series of challenges spread around our Campsite with your new friends, and be prepared - you may get wet at the end! The Spirit of Scouting
Tuesday All ages
19.30 - 21.00 FREE Learn about the impact of the Scout Movement on a global level, and discover similarities and differences you have with Scouts from other countries. This activity will make you re ect and share your thoughts with other Scouts, empowering you to create a better Water relay during Joining from around the world! KanderChallenge world for the August 1st celebrations 20 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 21 weekly activities
st Scouts playing games August 1 All ages at Sunday Meet Up All Day CHF 13.- Join us in celebrating Swiss National Day and Swiss Culture Night Light Trail the birthday of Scouting! We have activities all around the campsite and village, from smoothie International Sports Afternoon Certain Wednesdays All ages Thursday All ages making to swimming, face-painting to fudge- making! In the afternoon, the carnival opens and Sunday All ages 20.00 - 21.00 FREE 19.30 - 21.30 CHF 2.- is your chance to show a game or craft from your 14.30 - 17.00 FREE A unique evening! Kandersteg village invites you Follow a trail through the forests with only torch light. Scout group. Finally we all parade into town to to enjoy alphorns, try out yodelling, take part in Be questioned on your position in the world, and how join the village for some reworks! A day not to Form a team with Scouts from around the World and traditional dances and enjoy their fascinating culture. we can make a positive impact as World Citizens. A be missed. CHF 2.- from each ticket is donated enjoy a fun afternoon of fun and competition. There An excellent way to have great fun and experience spiritual, non-religious re ective evening. to a Messenger of Peace project. Evening BBQ will be a football and volleyball tournament, as well Switzerland. Running on 20th June, the 18th & 25th also available for an extra CHF 13.- per person. as some other sporting challenges to test your skills. July, the 8th & 29th August, and the 12th September. International Campfire International Evening Race The World Flag Break & Welcome Friday All ages Sunday All ages Thursday All ages Sunday All ages 20.00 - 22.00 FREE 19.00 - 20.30 FREE 19.00 - 20.00 FREE 09.00 - 09.30 FREE A KISC classic. Scouting tradition and an Come and join this activity where you, together with In your team you will take part in a number of fun unforgettable night of any stay here in Kandersteg. Begin your international experience at KISC with an other Scouts, can share traditional food, games and races with Scouts from all over the world. Don’t miss Groups are invited to share a skit, song or dance. of cial welcome and start to the week. Wear your culture from your country. Wear your Scout uniform this opportunity to see the world from a different angle. Scout uniform, bring your national ag and prepare or traditional clothes. You can also swap badges. Pioneering Competition a song or chant to exchange with your fellow Scouts! If you’re planning on attending, please bring with you some things to represent your country. Saturday All ages Sunday Meet Up Leaders Gathering 14.30 - 17.00 FREE Sunday All ages Pioneering, creativity and team work! Teams are Sunday Leaders only 09.30 - 11.00 FREE given a task, a time limit and exactly the same 20.00 - 20.30 FREE amount of equipment. Points are awarded for Drop in to see us on Sunday mornings on the technique, creativity and of course, completing Campsite. Pinkies will be organising a variety of All leaders are strongly recommended to attend this the task! You need to have a basic knowledge of games and activities for you with an international informal gathering. Hear about how KISC operates pioneering to succeed – maybe practice it one Scout twist. An excellent chance to meet other groups and our rules; it’s also the perfect place to meet other Ladder building during meeting before you arrive. A staff favourite and sure staying at KISC. Bring your own games and share leaders and to organise activities together with other Pioneering Competition to have all your Scouts in knots! them with our Staff and other Scouts. groups. Staff will be there, ready to give advice!
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All around the world, Scouts are running projects international that help people and the environment. Every Scout involved in these projects is a Messenger of Peace! Learn more in our workshop, or check Scout.org friendship for projects running in your neighbourhood.
International Friendship is all about making the Service Project Self-Guided Activities most of the international atmosphere and the diversity of cultures at KISC. Learn about World +10 years 4-15 International Friendship Trail Scouting, complete the International Friendship Half day FREE Trail or leave your mark at KISC by taking part in All ages None a Service Project. Most International Friendship There is always something a group of 2 hours FREE activities are possible all year round. Scouts can do to help us here at KISC: if you want to give a bit back, consider booking a Follow our interactive trail around the Campsite. Visit Service Project for a morning or afternoon. all 6 World Scout regions on the Campsite, learn Guided Activities You will usually do conservation projects on about international Scouting and make new friends our Campsite guided by our Staff. See also along the way. Culture-Crafts UNESCO Service Project » Page 25. Goose Game All ages 4–20 Messengers of Peace Workshop All ages None Half day CHF 8.- +12 years 4-20 2 hours FREE Learn about cultures from all over the world. Our 2 hours CHF 3.- crafts are selected based on five different world Together with some friends, play games from several continents. Choose two of the ve crafts we offer and Learn about the Messengers of Peace initiative different Scout Centres within the Goose Network. discover the culture assosiated to each craft. with interactive activities based around the Chalet This is a great opportunity to get to know games and Campsite. This World Scout programme can from different countries and cultures. Asia: Panchang knot in thread empower your Scouts, and help them with planning Europe: Viking craft in leather a project to do when you’re home. All participants will Africa: Bead necklace in recycled paper receive a Messenger of Peace badge. Oceania: Maori jewellery in clay America: Dream catcher in metal & string BP`s Scouting Workshop
World Scout Workshop All ages 4–20
1 hour CHF 1.- All ages 4–20 Learn about Baden-Powell’s bestselling book 1 hour CHF 1.- “Scouting for Boys” and experience Scouting from Learn more about Scouting, KISC and Switzerland over 100 years ago. Also try Scouting activities and through a giant interactive board game. Be ready to games from a time when Scouting was a newly start- run for the answers! ed organisation. 24 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 25 It is important to take a break between hiking days, but why not do eco one of our eco workshops on a rest day? Gain some survival skills in our Backwoods Workshop while resting programme your hiking legs a bit!
Situated in the beautiful Swiss Alps and Alternative Energy Workshop a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site, Backwoods Workshop UNESCO Service Project Kandersteg has a unique surrounding. We All Ages 4-15 want our guests to experience this as much as All Ages 4-15 +14 years 8-15 2 hours CHF 2.- possible and help us to preserve and protect Half day CHF 3.- 1 day FREE it. At KISC we integrate the environment into How will our world survive without fossil fuels? everything we do. Our Eco Programme is full Test your Scouting skills and learn new Explore different types of renewable energy through Volunteer with a UNESCO guide and local of exciting, hands on activities designed to techniques for surviving in the wilderness. creative challenges in this interactive workshop. farmers to conserve the cultural landscape of our increase your awareness of the environment This back to basics workshop is the perfect UNESCO World Heritage environment. You will around us and to help us minimise our impact on introduction to remaking, shelter building and work in alpine pastures and have the opportunity the planet. how to survive outdoors. to learn about preserving our beautiful Alps. All Ages 4-12 Sign up through our website before 1st May. Guided Activities 1 hour CHF 3.- Make a delicious, nutritious smoothy using our Evolving Alps Hike unique pedal-powered juicing machine. Also learn about sustainable, seasonal food sources and re- +10 years 4-15 newable energy in this hands-on workshop.
Half day CHF 3.- Solar Workshop This fascinating guided hike to the beautiful Gastern valley is a perfect introduction to the Alps for Scouts. All Ages 4-12 Leaving the end of the Kander valley, you will 2 hours CHF 3.- venture into the Gasterntal, a wide expansive glacial valley. You will spend half a day discovering how this Make popcorn, art, listen to music, power a car and breathtaking scenery was formed by giant continents much more - all with the sun as the only source of crashing together and by the mighty Kander rn - one energy. All participants receive the Solar Scout of the largest glaciers in Europe. badge. Don’t forget to bring your hiking gear - see page 14 for more information regarding equipment. Nature Explorers
All Ages 4-15
Half day CHF 2.- Get ready to explore! Discover Swiss wildlife using tracking signs, learn about edible plants, and uncover surprising connections in the natural world. Designed for younger Scouts. SCENES - Eco Scout Centres unite! KISC is one of the founding SCENES centres, a worldwide network of 28 environmentally minded scout centres. We all have made a commitment to protect the environment and Allmenalp-Bahn Restaurant Allmenalp promote environmental understanding. Learn about how KISC Group rates for 10 people or more. Good food and great value. helps the environment by doing one of our eco activities, or have a look at Scout.org/SCENES to nd a centre close to you! Phone 033 675 16 90 Family W. Reichen // Phone 033 675 16 86
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Leave No TraceTM is an educational programme eco to help you, and generations after you, enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Take our self-guided Leave no TraceTM Trail through our campsite, and learn programme how to minimize your impact on the enviroment!
Self-Guided Eco Activities Self-Guided Eco Hikes Astronomy Green Chalet Trail
Bat Watch All ages None All ages None
1 hour FREE 1 hour FREE All ages None +10 years None City lights often hide the stars from us; let clear Take an unguided tour around the Chalet and learn 1 hour FREE Full Day FREE nights and alpine heights open up the magical world what we do to limit our impact on the environment. Explore the hidden nightlife of Kandersteg’s ying Follow this eco trail if you are visiting Blausee to learn of the stars. You can collect an information lea et at Information points will quiz you on your knowledge mammals. Collect an information leaflet and bat about environmental issues in the area. See where Reception, to be your guide of the night sky. of global environmental issues and surprise you with watching equipment from Reception and observe all of the waste water in the village is treated, learn fascinating and surprising facts. these fascinating animals all around the village. about the trout farms at the lake, and marvel at some Green Campsite Trail of the stunning geographical formations along the Eco-I-Spy route. See also Blausee » Page 46 All ages None
1-2 hours FREE All ages None Take this self-guided trail around our campsite and 1 hour FREE +10 years None learn how you can reduce your impact on the nature Glaciers, owers, animals, mountain peaks. Keep through the 7 Leave no TraceTM principles. A great Full Day FREE your eyes open, spot them all and become the introduction to our campsite area. champion at Eco-I-Spy! Collect an I-Spy booklet An unguided, full day hike, through the beautiful from Reception at the beginning of your stay. Gastern Valley. Learn all about the different amphibians and owers that live here and discover more about glaciers and a wide variety of rocks.
+10 years None
Half Day FREE No trip to Oeschinensee is complete without our environmental guide to this magical place. Learn all about the connections between glaciers and hydro power, bark beetles, pollution and discover where KISC’s electricity and water come from. Is your stomach empty
and your throat dry? +10 years None Then you must come Full Day FREE An unguided, full day hike, over the ancient and sit down at des Alpes. Gemmipass route through the Alps that reaches a height of 2,500m. Be sure to take our guidebook * Comfortable restaurant with good Kitchen Family Elsbeth and Burkhard Prentler which offers environmental information on the * Hall with 80 seats Telefon 033 675 11 12 surroundings, from avalanches to alpine animals! * Terrace with view over a lake Fax 033 675 11 01 Sunnbüel Cable car tickets recommended. * Home like bar and hotel e-mail: [email protected] * ‘Homemade Pizza’ internet: www.desalpes-kandersteg.ch 28 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 29 Why choose a KISC guided hike? • Experience of the hiking route guided • Understanding of the dangers • Environmental and historical facts hikes • Transport costs are included
We have a wide variety of Guided Hikes that Doldenhorn Hut Hike cater for a range of ages, tness levels and budgets. From reaching alpine summits, +10 years 4-15 visiting cheeseries or staying overnight in 1 day CHF 11.- remote mountain huts, we have something for everyone! Our Guided Hikes are available This hike travels along spectacular forest paths between July 2nd and 5th September (weather while providing great views of Kandersteg. dependent). The Doldenhorn Hut is situated directly below Doldenhorn, a prominent peak high above +14 years 4-12 Guided Hikes do not run on Sunday AM or on Kandersteg. We stop at the hut for lunch and sample August 1st. We run two of each hike per day. some alpine cheeses and the famous hut tea. We 2 days CHF 52.- then hike down to the Centre taking a different route. Extend this classic hike over 2 days and This hike gains 700 vertical metres and covers stay overnight in KISC’s newest hut Gfellalp What to Expect... 10km. Not available on weekends. (1,900m). This gives more time to explore the Gastern and Lötschen Valleys. The hut is half Transport is included in the cost of the hike and your Cheesery Hike way up the pass, spreading the ascent over guide will look after all payments. Your Staff guide two days. Approximately 1500m is gained over will take responsibility for the safety of your group +10 years 4-15 18km on the hike. The price includes overnight and share their knowledge of the area. They will at the hut, not including food. 1 day CHF 11.- come to nd your group two days before your activity to meet you, describe the hike and check your Visit a traditional Cheesery high on the pastures of Lötschenpass Hike Overnight Ueschinen Hut Hike equipment. the Gölitschenalp and sample their cheese, before a See a our “Be Prepared” pre-arrival activities to short guided tour teaches you the secrets of alpine +14 years 4-12 +10 years 4-15 get your Scouts ready for KISC! See page 14 and cheese making. The hike gains 600 vertical metres 1 day CHF 35.- 2 half days (PM + AM) CHF 30.- visit: kisc.ch/beprepared over 9km, making for quite a steep but rewarding hike. The KISC classic. The Lötschen Glacier provides This is an excellent opportunity for younger Scouts Gasterntal Hike you with a spectacular introduction to glacier to experience a night in an alpine hut at 1,890m. Bunderspitz Hike walking. A Staff guide will lead groups over the pass Departing in the afternoon, the Allmenalp cablecar +10 years 4-15 that has been used since the Bronze Age. The hike will deliver you to 1,723m. The path then traverses +14 years 4-12 gains around 1,100 vertical metres height over a total into the Ueschinen Valley with breathtaking views to 1 day CHF 16.50 of 10km before dropping into the beautiful Lötschen the Ueschinen Hut. The following morning your Staff 1 day CHF 17.- Our easiest 1 day hike, ideal for younger Scouts but Valley where you take a bus and train to Kandersteg. guide will bring you back to the Centre, by a different suitable for anyone. Journey through the beautiful Take the cable car to the Allmenalp meadows, where route, in time for lunch. Our easiest guided overnight Gastern Valley and absorb some of the most you will begin one of the most exciting hikes that we hike. The cost of the hut without food is included. spectacular valley views in Switzerland. We take the offer - to the summit of Bunderspitz (2,546m). Take bus to Selden and then hike to Heimritz where you in the beautiful scenery and amazing views over the Overnight Gfellalp Hut Hike can enjoy views of snow capped peaks and ancient Alps. Cross the Bunderchrinde pass and take the glaciers. The rest of the day is a leisurely cruise steep decent into the Ueschinen Valley and back to +10 years 4-15 downhill to the Centre. The hike gains 200 vertical Kandersteg. 1½ days (PM + 1 Day) CHF 40.- metres and is about 14km long. This is a great option for younger scouts to get a mountain hut experience. The group will travel by bus to Selden and then continue hiking to Gfellalp Hut in time for dinner. The hike down in the morning takes in the spectacular Gastern Valley, descending through a gorge with incredible views across Kandersteg and down to the Kander Valley. The cost of the hut without food is included.
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Overnight Three Valleys Hike Bunderspitz & 3 Valleys Combo Rock climbing is a traditional alpine sport and Kandersteg is the perfect area to try it out for +14 years 4-12 +14 years 4–12 the rst time or to develop your existing skills. We have a range of programmes from single 1½ days (PM +1 day) CHF 40.- 2 days CHF 52.- day courses to overnight trips, including a stay Visit three spectacular alpine valleys in one hike. A combination of 2 classic hikes! On day 1 complete in our own mountain hut. All of our climbing After an afternoon hiking up the Ueschinen Valley, the Bunderspitz hike, but instead of returning to activities are guided by KISC Staff and all special you will spend the night relaxing in our Ueschinen KISC, spend the night in the Ueschinen Hut. The equipment is provided. Maximum weight for Hut. The next morning you hike to an elevation of next morning, set off on the superb 3 Valleys Hike. climbing activities is 120kg per person. 2,700m, past the stunning Tschingellochtighorn The perfect 2 day hike! The cost of the hut without providing some spectacular views of the Alps and food, plus cable car tickets, is included. Gfellalp Hut Hike ‘n’ Climb Adelboden, before nally arriving at the Sunnbüel cable car. Over the two days you gain 1,500m and Overnight Hockenhorn Hike +10 years 4-12 cover 16km. The price includes overnight at the hut 2 days CHF 50.- without food, and descent in the Sunnbüel cable car. +14 years 4–8 This activity offers an introduction to climbing at our 2 days CHF 100.- mountain hut Gfellalp. Spend the first day hiking Unguided Hiking Our toughest guided hike; summit the mighty through the beautiful Gastern Valley, arriving to the Hockenhorn at 3,293m for a great introduction hut in time for dinner, then enjoy the breathtaking Kandersteg is a paradise for hikers with 100s to alpinism. Day one we leave KISC on foot, views during the evening. Go climbing in the morning Winteregg Climbing Course of kilometres of trails, so most groups will go through the Gasterntal before reaching the after and then hike back the centre in time for dinner. on an unguided hike when they visit KISC. Lötschenpasshütte for a well earned dinner. We The cost of the hut without food is included. +10 years 4–12 We have unguided hike lea ets available as wake up early the next day and leave the hut, 1 day CHF 31.- downloads from our website or from Reception reaching the peak for a fantastic morning view of Ueschinen Hut Hike ‘n’ Climb with detailed routes and options for over 25 of distant alps and glaciers. We then descend to the The perfect activity for any group interested our favourite hikes. Whether you feel like a three hut for lunch, before hiking down to Ferden for a well +10 years 4-12 in learning the basics of rock climbing, or for day expedition, a dawn hike or just an afternoon earned bus and train journey back to Kandersteg. intermediate climbers looking to get to the next 1½ days (PM + 1 day) CHF 40.- stroll, we have something for you. Our unguided This hike gains over 2,100m across two days, and level. Our guides take you straight up to Winteregg hikes will show you the best mountain views that will involve crossing snow fields. All equipment, For Scouts looking for an introduction to climbing, (1,908m) with the Sunnbüel cable car, meaning Kandersteg has to offer, from alpine lakes, to transport and halfboard overnight (dinner on the rst learn basic climbing skills with the Centre’s climbing you can spend the whole day exploring the various stunning peaks. These lea ets include directions night, breakfast on second day) at the hut is included guides. Hike up to the Centre’s Ueschinen Hut in the climbing areas. The focus is learning in a challenging as well as important safety information. They in the price. afternoon and spend the night there. Go climbing on and fun environment. Cable car tickets are included are not however a substitute for a map, hiking the next morning before hiking back to the Centre for in the price. experience and basic navigation skills. dinner. The cost of the hut without food is included.
If you have any questions about routes or hiking 3 Valleys Hike ‘n’ Climb in the Alps, please ask the Programme Staff for ideas and advice; we have hiked many of the +14 years 4–12 different routes in the area and can provide rst 2 days CHF 50.- hand experience for you and your group. Start the morning hiking up to the Ueschinen Hut, where you will have lunch before spending the Don’t forget! afternoon rock climbing. In the evening we will relax Always leave a route card at reception if and enjoy the amazing views from the hut. The you’re going out hiking. When you’re back at second day you are guided over the 3 Valleys Hike the Centre, remember to tell us! See route back to Kandersteg. The price includes cable car cards » page 13. and overnight at the hut without food. 32 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 33 snow The price includes: • Quali ed local mountain guide & ice • Staff guide • All necessary technical equipment • Overnight, dinner and breakfast at Venture high into the mountains to experience one the Fründen Hut of natures greatest wonders. The Fründen Glacier • Return gondola tickets is the perfect place to learn some basic snow and ice techniques under the supervision of a quali ed Swiss Mountain Guide and KISC guides. Whether it is being lowered deep into a crevasse, using ice axes and crampons or watching the sun set from high up in the mountains, our Snow and Ice programme has it all. The hike up to the Fründen Hut is a steep hike, and a good level of tness is needed for both activities.
Only available to leave from KISC on Sundays, Did you know..? Tuesdays and Thursdays from July 8th – August 24th 2018. We run two trips on each departure date, Our Snow and Ice activities are being ran with and need both of these to be full in order for a trip professional Swiss mountain guides, together to run. with our very own Pinkie guides who’s trained in glacier travel and crevasse rescue.
Glacier Workshop Snow and Ice Challenge
+14 years 4-12 +14 years 4-12
1½ days CHF 155.- 2 days CHF 200.- An accessible introduction to the world of glaciers This activity extends our glacier workshop over 2 and the skills you need to negotiate them. No days and provides the ultimate alpine challenge. experience needed but good hiking fitness Leave the centre guided by one of our Pinkies esssential. A Pinkie guide will hike your group up early on the first day, arriving at the Fründen Hut to the Fründen Hut (2,562m) using the Oeschinen (2,562m) for lunch. You then take part in the Glacier gondola, allowing you to enjoy the awesome scenery Workshop. After staying overnight in the hut you then and arriving in time for an amazing sunset. On the participate in either a Climbing Workshop or further second day ice axe skills, roping up, crevasse rescue travel on the glacier. In the afternoon, hike back to and glacier travel skills are taught and practiced. the Centre. The activity is great value for money, but Hike back down to KISC via Oeschinensee, arriving good level of tness is required. back in time for dinner. A great workshop for those interested in learning new skills or exploring the Alps.
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KISC Mountain Huts
KISC runs 2 mountain huts around Kandersteg. Originally these huts were used for cheese making and farming, but are now available for you to experience a night in a true Swiss mountain hut. The Ueschinen Hut has been part of the climbing programme here since 1978, with recent renovations including a kitchen refit in 2014 and a new terrace in 2013. Gfellalp Hut has been used exclusively by Scouts since 2013, with a kitchen re t in 2015. It is situated high up in the meadows above Selden in the Gastern Valley, and in one of the buildings you can still see some of the old cheese making equipment. 4-30 CHF 15.-
What to Expect... In Ueschinen Valley, you’ll nd our oldest mountain hut. At 1,890m the hut is an excellent base for The bedrooms in mountain huts are dormitory style. hikes to suit all abilities. You can hike to the hut in In Ueschinen Hut and Gfellalp Hut there are 3 and the afternoon, enjoy the magnificent views over 4 rooms respectively. Your group may have to share Kandersteg and surrounding mountains as the sun this accommodation with another group and it may sets and the stars come out. The next morning follow not be possible to have seperate accomodation one of our unguided hikes further into the mountains, for adults, children, males and females. In the or return to Kandersteg on a nice and gentle hike bedrooms, there are mattresses, duvets, blankets down the valley. Remember to send a postcard from www.be-welcome.ch and pillows. There is very limited electricity in both the hut while you’re up here as well! huts. We recommend you bring a sheet sleeping bag. The kitchen has all cooking equipment, utensils and cutlery that your group might need.
Food Packages CHF 16.-
You are free to take your own food and ingredients and use the fully equipped kitchens in the huts. Alternatively, you can order a food package through KISC catering. The hut package includes all the ingredients for a hot dinner, and breakfast. Fresh ingredients will need to be collected from the Chalet before departing and carried by your group; these are then used with dried foods that are stored at the huts. If you order packed lunch for multiple days, 4-40 CHF 20.- these must be collected on the day you leave the Centre. Visit KISC’s newest alpine hut at the far end of Please remember you are required to provide the Gasterntal, half way up to the Lötschenpass. dinner for the KISC Staff that opens the hut for Located at roughly 1,900m it is the ideal starting you. If on a guided activity, this will be your guide point to explore the higher regions at the border to for the duration of the activity. Valais and the Bernese Oberland. 36 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 37 Staying overnight in a mountain hut is a unique Alpine experience and always a highlight of a trip to KISC. No matter what difficulty hike you want, the Kandersteg area has a hut suited to you!
Local Huts What to expect... Hotel Steinbock Lötschenpass Hut
In the mountains surrounding Kandersteg there are The privately-run mountain huts are one of the main 1-30 1,537m CHF 41.- 1-30 2,690m CHF 48.- 6 huts we can book for you that are professionally reasons that so many visitors come to the Swiss run, several by the Swiss Alpine Club. These offer mountains year after year. They provide a unique The Hotel Steinbock is a popular place to stay in the On the border between the Swiss Cantons of Bern a comfortable way to stay high up in the mountains overnight experience and are a useful stopover for astounding Gastern Valley. One of the few buildings and Valais, the views from the Lötschenpass Hut in spectacular surroundings. We highly recommend many mountain tours. Accommodation is in large in the hamlet of Selden, it is accessible via the hiking are amongst the most stunning in the area. From this as an alpine experience – in true Swiss style! alpine bunks, and it is usually not possible to give a path through the valley, or with the Gasterntal bus. Kandersteg, the hiking path crosses a small section Huts can be booked in advance through Reception Scout Group seperate accomodation, as these huts The Hotel is well suited for groups who prefer a more of glacier. The hut is also accessible by taking the and will be added to your bill with us - so you only are very busy in the Summer months. gentle hike, while enjoying the beautiful alps. train through the Lötschberg tunnel to Goppenstein. pay one bill at the end of your stay. Dinner and This hut is ideal for trips to Lötschenpass and breakfast are normally included. All of the prices below include the overnight Hotel Schwarenbach Hockenhorn. Bedding is provided at the huts but you must stay, plus dinner and breakfast. It is expected that always take a sheet sleeping bag or sleeping bag you will be on time for the dinner so don’t be late! 6-35 2,060m CHF 59.- CHF 46.- Other Huts liner with you. Since many of the huts have to remove their waste KISC has special prices with many of the huts, but by helicopter, you should always take all of your This historic mountain hotel has been the overnight Other mountain huts can also be found in the there may be an additional fee to stay on Friday or rubbish back with you to KISC. location of choice for the likes of Picasso and Lenin area. These need to be booked directly with the Saturday nights. More information is on our website. in days gone by. Now it is a comfortable overnight huts. These include Balmhorn Hut, Gspaltenhorn Blüemlisalp Hut location on the route to the Gemmipass. Use of Hut, Lämmeren Hut and Mutthorn Hut. Please Hut Difficulty Time* Sunnbüel cable car recommended. Prices shown contact the Centre for advice before booking, Blümlisalp Hut 5 hours 6-40 2,840m CHF 52.- for groups of 6 and above - different rates for smaller since these huts are located in a remote alpine Doldenhorn Hut 2.5 hours groups. enviroment. Fründen Hut 4 hours Situated high up on the mountain pass towards Hotel Steinbock 2.5 hours Griesalp, this hut is a common stopover location as Hotel Schwarenbach 1 hour part of the famous Via Alpina hiking route across Lötschenpass Hut 4 hours the European Alps. A long, challenging hike with incredible views down Kiental and to Lake Thun. * One way by shortest possible route. Doldenhorn Hut
1-25 1,915m CHF 45.-
This family-friendly hut can be accessed from Kandersteg in just 2.5 hours. Combine an overnight at this hut with a visit to the beautiful Oeschinen lake for a hiking trip you will never forget! An easier hike, Hiking towards the Lötschenpass with fantastic views. Fründen Hut
1-60 2,562m CHF 50.-
Sitting high above the alpine lake of Oeschinensee, this isolated mountain hut is accessible by a steep and rugged path. Once you reach the hut, you will have some of the best views of both the nearby Evening at Fründen Hut glaciers as well as Oeschinensee.
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Develop your Scouts character with these fun and exciting activities!
Available from mid Spring until late Autumn. Most Challenge Activities take a half day and start at 8:30 or 14:00. Challenge Activities do not run on Sunday mornings. Maximum weight for challenge activities is 120kg per person.
Zip Wire
+10 years 4–12
½ day CHF 8.- From our 5m high platform in the trees, take off on an exhilarating 70m ride along our aerial runway. A 170cm reach height (hands above head) is required. Beginners Abseiling
+10 years 4–12
All ages 4-20 ½ day CHF 8.- 1.5 hours CHF 3.- Learn the basics of this exciting activity, in a session Test your Scouts’ group skills with our fun and on a giant boulder on our Campsite. Climb to the exciting Team Building Challenge. Our guide will top; you will then experience the exhilaration of an 8 take the group through a story lled with challenging metre abseil! This activity is aimed at groups with no games. Cooperation, trust, and problem solving will previous abseiling experience. be needed to succeed! Jacob’s Ladder
+10 years 4–12
Crate Stacking ½ day CHF 8.-
+10 years 4–12 The higher you climb the harder it gets! In pairs, scale a giant ladder aiming to help each other get to ½ day CHF 8.- the top. This activity offers a personal challenge as If you are looking for a personal challenge, this is well as putting teamwork to the test. for you. One by one, build a tower of crates whilst climbing it. Your team will help give you the crates, Low Ropes Course but the balance is all down to you! The aim is to get as high as possible before they topple over. A great +8 years 4–20 team builder that everyone can join in, even if you 1 hour CHF 3.- don’t want to climb. Give your younger scouts the opportunity to put their balance to the test with our low ropes course. 40 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 41 water activities Water Activity Combos
Activities run by external companies, with Outdoor Interlaken offers the following combos – a quali ed guides. Most are available from May great way to make the most of the day, save some to October. These cheaper prices are only for money and try 2 activities. Some of the combos Transport Costs Sunday-Friday; higher prices apply on Saturday. feature Interlaken’s fantastic High Ropes park or All participants must be competent swimmers. Vertical Rush at a low additional cost, see page 43. Transport costs are not included in these prices. We sell discounted train tickets, which are often the River Rafting Rafting and Canyoning Combo 5 - 24 cheapest way to travel. Train tickets » Page 49.
1 day +14 years CHF 179.- All Canyoning*, Lütschine Raft*: CHF 20.- CHF 38.- Aare Guided Rafting +8 years 5 - 40 Interlaken (start & end) Lütschine rafting in the morning, Interlaken Simme Rafting**: 1 day CHF 76.- CHF 20.- CHF 38.- canyoning in the afternoon. Start - Boltigen, end - Därstetten Float on Switzerland’s longest river, the Aare, from Ultimate Canyoning Aare Tubing***, Aare Float***: CHF 23.- CHF 45.- Thun (start) - Bern (end) the medieval city of Thun to Bern, the Swiss capital. Rafting and High Ropes Combo 5 - 40 A relaxing river journey where along the trip, the * Price is return ticket to Interlaken 1 day +14 years CHF 109.- clear calm waters will invite you to jump in for a swim. ** Price is return ticket to Boltigen Boats are captained by professional river guides. Canyoning Lütschine rafting in the morning, Interlaken high *** Price is return ticket to Bern ropes park in the afternoon. When you check in at KISC, we will give you detailed Simme River Rafting +10 years 5 - 40 Easy – Interlaken +12 years 5 - 24 travel information to get to these activities, as well as Canyoning and High Ropes Combo 5 - 24 any train tickets which you have booked. If you are a ½ day CHF 88.- ½ day CHF 99.- group of 10+ we need to reserve seats on the train 1 day +12 years CHF 109.- A favourite amongst Scouts and the perfect Rappel, slide and jump down rocks and waterfalls for you; ask the programme team to do this. introduction to white water rafting. Ride fun filled into the white water filled Saxeten canyon. This Interlaken canyoning in the morning, Interlaken high class II-III rapids in the beautiful Simmental. canyon covers every aspect of the sport and makes ropes park in the afternoon. a great introduction to canyoning. Lütschine River Rafting +14 years 5 - 40
½ day CHF 99.- Advanced – Grimsel +14 years 5 - 24 The mighty Lütschine offers some of the best white 1 day CHF 134.- water rafting in the Swiss Alps. Starting from below the Eiger north face, continuous class III - IV rapids Set in a majestic alpine environment on a mountain surge down the mountains and out into the Lake of pass, the Grimsel trip starts with a breath-taking 50m Brienz and Interlaken. abseil and continues with amazing jumps, ziplines and slides into crystal clear pools. The pale-coloured Aare River Experience rock formations in this canyon add to the stunning mountain scenery. It is suitable for older Scouts Guided Tubing +14 years CHF 75.- looking for adventure!
Unguided Tubing +14 years CHF 45.- Ultimate – Chli Shliere +16 years 5 - 24 Unguided Rafting +10 years CHF 150.- / Boat 1 day CHF 179.- 1 day 4 - 40 The best of the best, Chli Schliere takes canyoning Float down the Aare river either on rubber individual to the ultimate level. This canyon has high rappels, rings. Enjoy the beautiful scenery from Thun, all the big jumps, fast slides and is considered the best in way to Bern. For the unguided Rafting activity the the region. Chli Schliere is a physically demanding capacity of each boat is 6 people; minimum 1 and technical canyon with a high fun factor. It is adult per boat. Adult supervision is needed, with suitable for con dent, athletic people who want to be maximum 5 Scouts per adult leader. challenged. Take the leap, as this will for sure be the highlight of your trip here!
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To reach activities in Interlaken (High more Ropes, Vertical Rush) and Adelboden (High Ropes, Adventure Park) you require transport. The cost for this is adventures not included in the activity price.
Blüemlisalp Glacier Tour High Ropes Park Interlaken Chäligang Via Ferrata
+12 years 1–25 +16 year 6-12 +8 years 5-40 +12 years 4-10
Full day CHF 44.- 2 days CHF 175.- Half day CHF 25.- Half day CHF 59.- Save your feet and explore the area by bike! Spend the first day hiking unguided from With over 100 challenges high up in the trees, this This more gentle via ferrata in Adelboden is the Mountain bikes will allow you to see a lot more of Oeschinensee to Blüemlisalp Hut (2,840m), enjoying activity is ideal for Scouts of any age. This park has perfect introduction to via ferratas in a spectacular the surrounding mountains and valleys. Bike hire a well deserved dinner and great views once up at courses at different tree heights, so is even suitable setting. Price includes safety equipment and includes a helmet. the hut. Next morning, you will learn the basics of for those with a fear of heights! Min. height is 1.20m instruction from a Swiss Mountain Guide. glacier travel, as a quali ed Swiss Mountain Guide See also train tickets » page 49. See also bus tickets » page 49. takes you around the impressive Blüemlisalpglacier. Begin the unguided hike back to Kandersteg in the Allmenalp Via Ferrata Adventure Park Adelboden +12 years 1–25 afternoon, using the gondola on the return as well. Price includes Oeschinensee gondola return, +16 years 3-5 +12 years 6-50 Full or Half day FREE halfboard overnight, equipment and mountain Half day CHF 150.- Half day CHF 35.- Looking to explore the Kandersteg area by bike? guide during the glacier tour. Not available on Then use one of our trails to get the best out of Friday or Saturday. Kandersteg has one of the best via ferrata climbs in Swing through the air like Tarzan, feel the adrenaline your day. Ask for more details at Reception. the region, following ladders, wire bridges and more rush as you race through the air on 2,200m of zip Adelboden Trotti Bikes along the spectacular Allmenalp waterfall. Price wire high above the river, with the longest zip includes equipment, Mountain Guide and cable car. wires being 320m! Adrenaline junkies can add on Paragliding Flights +12 years 1-50 Participants must be con dent with heights! a spectacular bridge swing for CHF 20.-. See also bus tickets » page 49. 1 day CHF 67.50 +18 years None Oeschinensee Cross Trail Spend the day zooming around the mountains Adelboden Adventure Combo Half day CHF 155.- above Adelboden on Trotti Bikes - scooters equipped +10 years 11-20 Fly like an eagle and soar high above Kandersteg. with mountain bike brakes and tyres. The ski lift +12 years 6-50 1 day CHF 55.- As a passenger you paraglide over the valley, network takes care of the uphill so you can enjoy Full day CHF 79.- take in magni cent views and revel in this special the downhill! There is a full range of trails to suit all This adventurous trail leads you up around the experience. Available for Scouts aged 16 with abilities and ages. Price includes return bus to UNESCO World Heritage lake Oeschinensee, For a full day of adventure in Adelboden, combine written permission from a parent or guardian. Adelboden, lift pass, trotti bike rental and CHF traversing high up in the mountains above the lake. the Adventure Park with the Chäligang Via Ferrata. 20.- voucher for lunch at the Silleren mountain Led by a quali ed mountain guide, the trail is similar A great way to spend a full day in Adelboden. See restaurant are. to a via ferrata, allowing you to safely navigate the also bus tickets » page 49. narrow and dramatic alpine paths, and soak up breathtaking views. The price of the trail includes guide and all equipment but not gondola tickets. Your scenic destination A good level of tness is required. summer and winter!
Mountain restaurant with sun terrace
Walking and mountain paths over passes and to summits – Botanical Trail Family ski resort – cross country ski tracks classical and skating.
Winter walking path to Gemmipass from Christmas till Easter. Bridge swing at Information call 033 675 81 41 Adelboden Adventure Park 44 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 45 sectionday trips title (click+cmd+shift)
Kandersteg is a perfectly-located base from Jungfraujoch & Eiger Trail which to explore Switzerland. These day trips go to famous cities or attractions and each tour 20+ CHF 190.- CHF 125.- has a different character. The prices are based on groups of more than 20 people. For smaller 7.00 2 h (one way) 19.00 groups there will be an additional charge, please The coach takes you to Lauterbrunnen, where you contact us for prices. These trips all go with embark on Europe’s most scenic train ride. Tunnel private coaches. through the Eiger to the Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe. Take in spectacular views and Stresa – Italy visit the ice grotto! Upon your return, leave the train at Eiger Gletscher and hike down the ‘Eiger Trail’ 20+ CHF 105.- below the north face of this spectacular mountain – it is a 3 ½ hour hike, so be prepared. The coach 07.30 3.5 h (one way) 18.00 collects you from Grindelwald. Recommended for Why not visit one of Switzerland’s neighbouring 10 years and above. countries during your visit? Stresa is situated next to the stunning Lake Maggiore and has an unmistakable Chocolate & Cheese Mediterranean atmosphere. There are many options available to fill your day, such as island hopping 20+ CHF 80.- between the beautiful Borromee Islands, shopping, 8.00 2 h (one way) 18.00 swimming and, of course, an Italian lunch. Travel over the Jaunpass to the Cailler chocolate factory in Broc. Enjoy the chocolate factory tour which Coach transfers is guaranteed to warm the taste buds of the biggest ‘chocoholics’. From Broc you travel to Gruyère – the KISC works with several local bus companies famous cheese capital of Switzerland. You will have that can offer competitive rates for whatever time to explore the picturesque town of Gruyère and transfers you may want - be it from the airport eat your lunch, before enjoying a short informative to KISC, to one of our external activities, or just tour around the modern facility which makes this to some of the local attractions. Contact us at world famous cheese. Enjoy some of Switzerland’s [email protected] for a personalised quote. nest delicacies in these beautiful locations. Entrance to both factories included in the price.
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KISC has great connections with many All of our trails can be downloaded from our local businesses and so we are able to offer website - www.kisc.ch. So you can check them Geo-Caching discounted prices for all of these activities. out and print them before you arrive. Perfect for lling half a day of your programme! All ages None Kandersteg Trail 1–2 hours FREE
All ages None Discover the excitement of nding a ‘Geo-Cache’. Single CHF 16.- CHF 8.- Before 11am: 10 runs CHF 30.- CHF 22.- Using a GPS, navigate your way to the hidden Half day FREE treasures that can be all around Kandersteg. Can Return CHF 22.40 CHF 11.20 After 11am: 5 runs CHF 20.- CHF 15.- A great trail to do when you have a little time on you nd our three hidden KISC caches? A GPS is This modern gondola takes you quickly to 1,689 m After 11am: 10 runs CHF 35.- CHF 25.- your hands. It can easily fit into any programme, available to rent from Reception for CHF 5.- / day. where you can get on the Rodelbahn, take a hike, and is a perfect way for you to discover Kandersteg walk to the lake for a swim, row a boat or just enjoy Try a different type of sledding! The 750m long Sum- village and the surrounding countryside on your own. Orienteering being in a UNESCO world heritage site. mer Sled Run, near Oeschinensee, is great fun for It leads you to points of interest and explains some of Scouts of all ages. Made famous by many online the history of the village. +10 years None viral videos! Compass Course Half day FREE Single CHF 16.80 CHF 8.40 Why not put your map reading skills to the test and Rowing Boats – Oeschinensee All ages None try our orienteering course at Oeschinensee. Allow Return CHF 23.00 CHF 11.50 at least half a day to complete the course. Great to 1–2 hours FREE The gateway to many great hiking and climbing op- CHF 26.- / hour CHF 15.- / ½ hour combine with the Rodelbahn or a visit to the lake. portunities including the Gemmi Pass. Stroll to the This course is aimed at those who have never used Oeschinensee gondola tickets are recommended. Price per boat. Max. 4 people per boat small lake of Arvenseeli, climb to the summit of Gäl- a compass before, or who have just started to learn lihorn for a viewpoint over the Kander Valley and Enjoy a relaxing paddle on Oeschinensee and how to navigate. The Compass Course is on the Discovery Trail snow capped peaks or hike to a mountain hut. experience the Alps from a whole new angle. After Campsite and is ideal for younger Scouts to try. rowing you can take a swim as part of the High Compasses can be borrowed from Reception. +12 years None Adventure Award. QR Code Trail 2 hours FREE Single CHF 9.- CHF 6.- Sauna Want to know more about the history of KISC? Then All ages None follow this journey around the Centre’s property. Return CHF 14.- CHF 9.- All ages 4-20 Learn about various points of interest, including how 1-2 hours FREE One of the steepest cable cars in Europe and the the Centre was rst formed, and the geography of 1–2 hours CHF 5.- starting point of several hikes including the summits Use your smartphone to do this interactive mystery the area. You will see photographs of how the Scout of Bunderspitz and First. Why not take the high route Steam away the day’s aches and pains in the trail. Learn interesting facts about the centre whilst Centre has changed over the years! to Adelboden or just enjoy the view from the restau- Centre’s very own wood-burning Finnish Sauna. solving the clues to find the next point. Does not rant! It can also be a quick descent from the Allme- Allow 2 hours to heat up the sauna. need internet on your phone, just download a QR nalp Via Ferrata. See also Allmenalp Via Ferrata » code reader onto your phone before you get here. Page 43. Kandersteg Swimming Pool Blausee All ages CHF 5.30 CHF 4.- All ages CHF 1.- When the warm weather starts, swim in The magical blue lake! A nature park with a trout Kandersteg’s open air pool surrounded by the farm and restaurant. This beautiful lake is only a breathtaking mountains. Features include solar short walk away from KISC, and also easily reached heating, whirlpool, water slide, diving boards, water by bus or bike. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon after volleyball, snack bar and plenty of grassy areas to a hard hike! Swimming is not permitted. relax on. See also Wet‘n’Wild » Page 18. 48 | kanderactive2018 www.kisc.ch | 49 For most tickets in Switzerland, discover the ages are as follows: Adults : aged 16 and older switzerland Children: aged 15 and under
Discounted Train Tickets
All Ages None Thun, Brig, Interlaken CHF 38.- CHF 20.- and Boltigen The ultimate World Heritage Experiene Full day FREE
All Ages CHF 5.- A great way to fully explore the historic capital city of Switzerland. Scouts collect information and discover Bern CHF 45.- CHF 23.- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss the hidden secrets of the city. Visit the Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch in the World nature Forum parliament, the famous clock tower, Einstein’s home, KISC has discounted return train tickets to Bern, in Naters, just a five minute walk from the Brig the bear pits and the ancient shopping arcades. Brig, Thun, Interlaken and Boltigen. Bern, Thun and railway station. The spectacular exhibition lets you Interlaken are beautiful alpine cities and perfect for playfully inmerse in to the World Heritage site. The a day trip or to spend a rainy day. Reservations Panorama cinema is the highlight of the exhibition, are required for groups over 10 people. Contact with a screen of 100m2, where spectacular scenes Reception for details. from the World Heritage provide great excitement All Ages None Brigerbad for visitors. Gasterntal Bus Full day FREE
3 hours CHF 16.50* CHF 12.50 Thun is 40 minutes away by train and is a beautiful, Single CHF 12.50 CHF 8.50 Thun Castle cultural day trip. The trail takes your Scouts around Full day CHF 22.-** CHF 16.50 the best places in Thun – collecting information, This bus runs from the Centre to Selden in the *Price inc. Spa CHF 22.- **Price inc. Spa CHF 29.- All ages CHF 6.- CHF 2.- answering questions and experiencing this wonderful Gastern Valley. From here you can hike over the The perfect place to relax and enjoy spectacular town. It takes a full day and can be adapted to a team Lötschenpass, venture to the Kander rn glacier or mountain views. These are the biggest open air A vist to Thun is not complete without a visit to competition or just as a relaxing group day out. take a gentle hike back to the Centre. Please book in pools in the Alps with plenty of fun: a 182m slide, hot this major landmark. Learn about the history of See also Thun Castle tickets » Page 48. advance at Reception. indoor and outdoor pools, an olympic length pool, Switzerland from the days of warring Cantons all the lazy river and more. For an extra cost, adults can way up to modern times. The tour nishes at the top Kandersteg - Adelboden Bus enter the Spa, relax in saunas, steam rooms and of the castle with spectacular views down to the city the thermal cave. Make it a full day by hiking along of Thun and the lake. Grab a copy of the Thun Trail All Ages None Adelboden (return) CHF 36.- CHF 18.- the Lotschberg South Ramp trail! Not suitable for and it will take you on a journey to this attraction. Half day FREE coaches. Unter dem Birg (return) CHF 39.- CHF 19.50 Interlaken is the adventure sports capital of Europe, This bus runs from outside the train station in and this trail will help your Scouts explore this vibrant Kandersteg and takes you to the picturesque town town. The trail takes half a day and is a great way to of Adelboden. Use these tickets if you are going to relax before or after our rafting, canyoning and high Adelboden to do some activities or if you want to visit rope activities with Outdoor Interlaken. a quaint Swiss town. If you are doing the Chäligang See also Water activities » Page 40. Via Ferrata, you need tickets to Unter dem Birg.
All Ages None
Half day FREE Situated through the Lötschberg Tunnel, Brig is an interesting city that acts as a link to Italy, Zermatt and Brigerbad Thermal Pools. But there are also impressive sights to see in the City, including Stockalper Palace. Thun Castle
(guided) Float trip on the warm, fast flowing Aare from Thun CHF 76.– to Berne incl. the best whitewater section (Uttigenwelle). Minimum age 8.
CHF 88.– The Simme is a fun, scenic, class II-III river. Minimum age 10.
The mighty Lütschine offers some of the best whitewater CHF 99.– rafting in the Swiss Alps. Continuous class III-IV rapids. Minimum age 14.
(easy) CHF 99.– Rappel, slide and jump down rocks and waterfalls in this easy canyon suitable for everyone. Minimum age 12.
(advanced) Set in a majestic alpine environment this canyon CHF 134.– starts with a 50m abseil and continues with jumps, slides and ziplines. Minimum age 14.
(ultimate) The best of the best, Chli Schliere takes canyoning CHF 179.– to the ultimate level. High jumps, slides, and rappells. For confident athletic people only. Minimum age 16.
A forest adventure of wooden bridges, tarzan swings and CHF 25.– zip lines. Several courses of varying difficulty and height provide an exciting day out. From height 1.2m.
CHF 109.– Minimum age 12 (14 for rafting). Minimum height 1.2m.
CHF 179.– Minimum age 14.
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