Snowshoe trek in Bedretto Valley - CH

Service Description

Snowshoeing in the enchanting Val Bedretto, the extreme NW corner of the Canton of Ticino. Extremely panoramic, this route will take us first towards the Passo della Novena (Nufenenpass) and then deviate towards N to reach the Alpe di Cruina and the Cave delle Pigne, with the lake of the same name. Packed lunch at the lake, admiring the infinite expanse of peaks that extend before our eyes. On the way down, we will reach the Capanna Piansecco, a CAS refuge, where we can refresh ourselves with a well-deserved beer, before undertaking the final descent towards All'Acqua, closing a beautiful circular tour. Difficulty: WT1-2 Difference in altitude: about 700 D+ Effort: Medium Duration: all day Packed lunch Max. 10 participants The fee includes: accompaniment with a Professional Guide, planning and management of the excursion, training on correct progression with the use of snowshoes and poles, notes on the flora, fauna and geology of the surrounding environment, demonstration of use of artva-shovel-probe, customer accident insurance, insurance in case of recovery, satellite messaging in case of emergency. The fee does not include: packed lunches or lunches in the refuge (in the latter case the cost of the guide's lunch must be divided between the participants), equipment rental, expenses for any shared transport, anything not included in the "the fee includes" item. Necessary equipment: Waterproof boots or boots, no trainers; Ski trousers or waterproof overtrousers; Ski gloves; Hiking backpack with a minimum capacity of 20 liters with wide shoulder straps, ergonomic back and waist belt for weight distribution; Clothing according to the season and weather, in any case it is always advisable to dress in layers; Rain jacket; Down jacket; Hat and gloves; Poles with washer; Snowshoes (available for rental); Artva, shovel and probe (available for rental); Headlamp; Water reserve of at least one and a half liters mandatory, recommended to have mineral salts and/or supplements; Food to your taste and liking. For equipment rental it is necessary to notify a few days in advance. What you could add to your backpack: Spare shirt and socks; A small microfiber towel; First aid kit with blister plasters; Personal glass;