15 TO 18 JANUARY 2026
The Val d'Hérens is a valley that takes its time. Few lifts, little crowds, and plenty of space for long descents. This is where this free touring camp comes in. Four days on the snow, led by mountain guide and snow sports instructor Rinaldo Borra , who has known the region and its lines for many years.
The area around Arolla, Evolène, and La Sage offers a wide variety of terrain with varying aspects. The combination of lift access in the Magic Pass area and shorter skinning ascents allows for numerous high-quality powder runs. At the same time, there is ample time for technique, safety, and consciously reading the terrain.
The first day is dedicated to getting used to skiing and working on technique both on and off-piste. The following days are reserved for powder skiing. Two-hour ascents lead to descents that can be long, challenging, and demanding. This camp is designed for experienced skiers with experience on steep slopes and varying snow conditions.
You'll be staying in a simple hotel in Arolla with half-board. The days are long and intense, the atmosphere in the valley calm and clear. Ideal for focusing on the essentials: good riding, precise decisions, and genuine free touring days.
Quick facts
Arolla Val d'Herens
Thursday, 15th to Sunday, 18th January 2026
Four days of deep snow and free touring
Mountain guide Rinaldo Borra
Price CHF 1290 including half board
Group size: six to eight people
Requirements
Excellent skiing technique in all types of snow and on steep slopes.
Fitness required for long descents and up to 5000 meters of descent per day.
Accommodation
Simple hotel in Arolla with half board. Tour tea is included.
Equipment
Touring skis with skins and crampons.
Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe.
Backpack with a capacity of 20 to 30 liters.
Weatherproof clothing and personal equipment as per packing list.
Registration and all information in detail
Registration is done directly through the Bietschhorn Alpine School or via the advertisement by mountain guide Rinaldo Borra.
You can find more information and details about the program on the Alpine School's website.
Learn more and register
Important legal notice:
This course is run by mountain-camps.ch. HAE acts solely as an intermediary for bookings and assumes no responsibility for the course's execution. mountain-camps.ch is fully responsible for safety and compliance with legal regulations during the course. All participants should ensure they have adequate insurance coverage. Further information regarding course conditions, cancellation policies, and disclaimers can be found directly on the mountain-camps.ch website. Registration is binding.
