FAQ
The following is a compilation of our most Frequently Asked Questions. If we've missed anything, don't hesitate, contact us.
What’s included?
• Qualified expert Leadership (UIAGM Guide) http://www.ifmga.info/
• Expert host
• Accommodation 3 + 4 – star hotels or B & B
• All meals except one off day
• Airport pick-up/drop-off
• All transportation including: shuttles, lifts and trains
• Detailed pre-departure information
• Chocolate Freeride t-shirt
• Scott Goggles and Dakine backpack
• The use of Scott freeride skis with touring type bindings
• Touring equipment: skins, transceiver, shovel, probe, etc.
• Qualified expert Leadership (UIAGM Guide) http://www.ifmga.info/
• Expert host
• Accommodation 3 + 4 – star hotels or B & B
• All meals except one off day
• Airport pick-up/drop-off
• All transportation including: shuttles, lifts and trains
• Detailed pre-departure information
• Chocolate Freeride t-shirt
• Scott Goggles and Dakine backpack
• The use of Scott freeride skis with touring type bindings
• Touring equipment: skins, transceiver, shovel, probe, etc.
Group Size: 4-6
What’s not included?
Airfare; personal travel and medical insurance; tipping to guides; airport taxes and excess baggage claims (if any); appropriate ski clothes; ski boots. We recommend approx. 20 CHF per day for extras and alcoholic drinks.
Airfare; personal travel and medical insurance; tipping to guides; airport taxes and excess baggage claims (if any); appropriate ski clothes; ski boots. We recommend approx. 20 CHF per day for extras and alcoholic drinks.
Activity Level
The technical ability required for the Verbier trip is rated as strong advanced and above. In other words, the runs are technically challenging and sometimes with exposure. Each day we will be skiing hard with hiking and or skinning to get to powder stashes. So participants must be fit to very fit. All participants must train accordingly to fully enjoy this trip/camp. Even though we will be riding many lifts and stopping quite often (to enjoy the view, safely assess snow conditions, eat and drink, wait for other, etc) the altitude, jet lag recovery and accumulation of multiple, long days of freeriding will add up. The better shape you are in, the more fun you will have.
The technical ability required for the Verbier trip is rated as strong advanced and above. In other words, the runs are technically challenging and sometimes with exposure. Each day we will be skiing hard with hiking and or skinning to get to powder stashes. So participants must be fit to very fit. All participants must train accordingly to fully enjoy this trip/camp. Even though we will be riding many lifts and stopping quite often (to enjoy the view, safely assess snow conditions, eat and drink, wait for other, etc) the altitude, jet lag recovery and accumulation of multiple, long days of freeriding will add up. The better shape you are in, the more fun you will have.
*This week is all about the search for epic and SAFE freeriding that means we will remain fluid and decisions will be based on the forecast.
*Note: reckless skiing will not be tolerated.
*Note: reckless skiing will not be tolerated.
Single Supplement
The single supplement applies only for guests who would like to have their own hotel room.
Skis and Equipment
During the week we will encounter all types of snow conditions. We will be going up as well as down. Equipment needs to be adaptable to all terrain and conditions. If you are unsure about what kind of skis or equipment to bring it is best to talk to us directly. Don’t forget we will be supplying almost everything so as to make your life easier.
During the week we will encounter all types of snow conditions. We will be going up as well as down. Equipment needs to be adaptable to all terrain and conditions. If you are unsure about what kind of skis or equipment to bring it is best to talk to us directly. Don’t forget we will be supplying almost everything so as to make your life easier.
Snowboarders
Snowboarders and skiers inherently move at different rythms when travelling in the mountains. It is our goal to eventually offer seperate ski and snowboard camps. For now, we don't; we must therefore accomodate snowboarders on a per request basis. If you are a snowboarder, and are interested in joining one of our trips, please email us at info@chocolatefreeride.com.
Snowboarders and skiers inherently move at different rythms when travelling in the mountains. It is our goal to eventually offer seperate ski and snowboard camps. For now, we don't; we must therefore accomodate snowboarders on a per request basis. If you are a snowboarder, and are interested in joining one of our trips, please email us at info@chocolatefreeride.com.
Group Packages
We currently offer group packages and rates for groups of 4 skiers or more. Groups that book with CFP will be offered alternative food and accomodation options in order too choose the right standard for their holiday. Please email us at info@chocolatefreeride.com for GROUP PRICES AND AVAILABILITY.
We currently offer group packages and rates for groups of 4 skiers or more. Groups that book with CFP will be offered alternative food and accomodation options in order too choose the right standard for their holiday. Please email us at info@chocolatefreeride.com for GROUP PRICES AND AVAILABILITY.
Food and Accomodation
We will provide a cozy and clean Bed and Breakfast. In the case of a group booking, an apartment will be provided. Breakfast will be included. Food will be cooked by guest chefs and or our hosts and a few nights we will hit local restaurants to sample the regional cuisine. When we cook we focus on making healthy, well-rounded food from organic ingredients whenever possible.
We will provide a cozy and clean Bed and Breakfast. In the case of a group booking, an apartment will be provided. Breakfast will be included. Food will be cooked by guest chefs and or our hosts and a few nights we will hit local restaurants to sample the regional cuisine. When we cook we focus on making healthy, well-rounded food from organic ingredients whenever possible.
Food and Accomodation upgrades
We offer up to 4 star food and accomodation upgrades for group bookings. All of the prices listed on the website apply to the standards mentioned above. Please email us info@chocolatefreeride.com for a list of upgrade options and prices.
We offer up to 4 star food and accomodation upgrades for group bookings. All of the prices listed on the website apply to the standards mentioned above. Please email us info@chocolatefreeride.com for a list of upgrade options and prices.
Heli Skiing
Due to unpredictable changes in weather, and restrictions on landing areas, Heli Skiing is not always the best option for good skiing in the alps. If the conditions permit and are advantagous, we will recommend and arrange Heli-drops at an extra charge of 250chf per skier. Multiple drops are possible.
Due to unpredictable changes in weather, and restrictions on landing areas, Heli Skiing is not always the best option for good skiing in the alps. If the conditions permit and are advantagous, we will recommend and arrange Heli-drops at an extra charge of 250chf per skier. Multiple drops are possible.
Climate
In any alpine environment, weather can change quickly and drastically. It could be 15 degrees Celsius one day and -20 Celsius the next. That said be prepared for any type of weather conditions. Layering with synthetics or wool is always the best way to go.
Women's camps availability at alternate locations
Currently we only offer the women's weeks for individual bookings in Verbier. Group bookings for women are available at all other European locations.
Why Chocolate Freeride Productions Is your choice
Currently we only offer the women's weeks for individual bookings in Verbier. Group bookings for women are available at all other European locations.
Why Chocolate Freeride Productions Is your choice
CFP has years of experience and has explored all the nooks and crannies of the Alps so that we can maximize your trip. To ski the best lines and find the powder stashes you have to ski with the locals. We also understand the importance of doing it all as safely as humanly possible. All our trips our designed in part by local riders and guided by fully certified UIAGM guides. Some of our weeks will even include appearances by local professional freeskier Phil Meier. Ultimately, we aim to provide safe, quality freeriding experiences and the best customer service to our participants.
Questions
Questions
Feel Free to call us at +41.22.534.9678 or email info@chocolatefreeride.com if you have any questions.
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