Small-group trekking in Chamonix, the Alps and Norway
Why choose White Marmotte?
Product categories:
Guided Group Trekking
We run point-to-point (hut-to-hut) and centre based group trekking holidays and courses around Chamonix in the French Alps, as well as in Norway. All our trips are led by a UIMLA qualified International Mountain Leader, so you’ll always be in safe hands. Use the buttons below to find out more.
Bespoke and Self-Guided Trekking
We specialise in made-to-measure treks, whether you prefer to trek with a guide or on your own. We’ll plan the itinerary to your requirements, make the bookings, and either provide the guide or produce a comprehensive set of trip notes. Click the below buttons to read more.
Other Products
Navigation School: As the only NNAS approved navigation course provider in France, we offer the NNAS Bronze and Silver awards on demand. Check out our Navigation School page for details.
Ski and snowboard lessons: We no longer run any ski/snowboard courses at White Marmotte. Instead, we work closely with Freedom Snowsports, where Ian is an instructor in winter, to offer top quality lessons. See our Snowsports page for more information
Alpine Wildlife
The Alps are teeming with fascinating wildlife, so we’ve put together a guide to the Alpine animals you might see on a trek near Chamonix. Close-up encounters with ibex (like our one-horned friend in the photo) are not uncommon. We regularly see chamois, marmots, choughs and griffon vultures too, as well as occasional sightings of arctic foxes, eagles, snakes, ermine and other shyer residents.
Our blog pages have more articles on Alpine wildlife, as well as the fascinating wild flowers that put on such a stunning display when the snows melt each spring.
Featured Articles
A selection from the White Marmotte blog
Routes
Index to skiing and hiking routes – Over the years, we’ve written numerous blog articles on the hiking and skiing routes of Chamonix and the Ecrins. Find them in one place on the Routes page.
Most popular
- When is the best time to visit Chamonix? One of our most popular posts addresses this frequently asked question in detail. The answer depends on what you want to do here, as each mountain sport has its own season.
- Nine things you didn’t know about Marmots explores some lesser known facts about our cute and cuddly namesakes.
Most recent
- Preparation for Multi-day Treks – fitness, practice, and equipment
- How to Fastpack the TMB – do the full Tour du Mont Blanc in just four days!
- Jotunheimen National Park – read all about our newest trekking destination
- Beginners’ Guide to Chamonix – for first time skiers or first timers in Cham
- Are Navigation Skills Obsolete? – ten reasons why navigation is still important in the digital age
- How to Pack for Multi-day treks – read our best tips for travelling light without sacrificing comfort.
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