Discover the ultimate mountain experience with ski touring. Access untouched powder, stunning views, and remote peaks while learning essential mountain skills from our expert instructors.
Discover ski touring step by step, from using skins to efficient climbing techniques, with patient instruction for first-timers.
Improve your uphill and downhill technique, master kick turns, and gain confidence in managing different snow conditions.
Whether you want a gentle introduction or a full-day tour, your instructor will design the experience around your fitness, goals, and motivation.
Access hidden valleys and pristine snow far from the crowds, while enjoying the unique rhythm and freedom of ski touring.
Top-ranked for backcountry skiing and easily accessible by cable car. Offers dozens of non-glaciated itineraries for varying levels of fitness and skill. Perfect for first-timers or more advanced ski tourers looking for a memorable day in the mountains.
Duration: 4-8 hours
Elevation gain: 350 m to 1,800 m
A versatile ski touring area offering routes for beginners and more experienced tourers alike. Terrain ranges from gentle slopes to longer backcountry itineraries, ideal for full-day adventures.
Duration: 4–8 hours
Elevation gain: 300 m to 1,500 m
A classic introduction route, perfect for a half-day outing to learn uphill techniques, descent control, and backcountry navigation. For those who feel confident, longer extensions are possible to explore further into the backcountry.
Duration: 2–5 hours
Elevation gain: 300 m to 1,200 m
You should be comfortable skiing off-piste in variable snow conditions.
No prior ski touring experience is required.
Learn how to use skins and bindings, practice efficient uphill techniques (like kick turns), and improve your downhill control on untracked terrain.
Sessions can be adapted for a gentle introduction or a more challenging tour.
A fully qualified ski touring instructor for the day
Avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, probe, shovel)
Backpack to carry avalanche safety gear, water, snacks, and picnic
Local transportation when required
Ski touring equipment (skis, bindings, skins, ski crampons, poles)
Clothing layers: thin gloves/hat for the ascent and warm gloves/helmet/goggles for the descent
Valid lift pass if the tour starts from the lifts
Off-piste insurance
9 am - 12 pm
2026/2027 rates available from September 1st 2026
1 pm - 4 pm
2026/2027 rates available from September 1st 2026
9 am - 4 pm
2026/2027 rates available from September 1st 2026
Select your first day.
Price per lesson for the whole group (1 to 4 people), +€15 per extra person up to 6.
Book your ski touring experience today, or get in touch to discuss the perfect route for your level.
Sophie grew up between Soelden and eastern France, where her love for skiing quickly took root. A certified instructor for over 10 years, she combines technical expertise with a warm, adaptable teaching style, whether guiding beginners or helping advanced skiers refine their skills.
Every instructor in our team has at least a decade of professional teaching behind them.
Families, friends, and individuals who return year after year.
275 Google & TripAdvisor reviews
"Gabriel was punctual and from the beginning easy going to talk to. I have personally spent myself going through different reviews of other ski schools and this guy's got the best when it comes to having fun and learning how to ski. I would definitely recommend anyone who is looking for ski classes at Chamonix to contact Skibex!"
Sarah M.
TripAdvisor
"A massive thank you to Sophie who was an amazing instructor. Her teaching technique was very clear and she shared great knowledge of the Chamonix ski area. She was friendly, supportive and made the lessons a real pleasure."
Cheryse Caba
Google Reviews
"Louis was absolutely amazing as an instructor. In just three hours he gave each of us beginners individual attention, adapting the lesson to our progress. We left with big smiles and a lot more confidence."
Ella Maclellan
Google Reviews
"Jo tailored the lesson to each of our abilities and we were skiing confidently by the end of the lesson. On our first day Jo spent two hours and at the end of the session we were all confident and ready for the mountain."
David K.
TripAdvisor
"We had three fantastic days with Dylan as our instructor. He was attentive to each family member, especially our daughters, and thanks to his patience we all improved a lot. The snowball fights he organised made the experience even more memorable!"
Pedrinha Furtado
Google Reviews
"Sophie was outstanding with me and my friend. She adapted her teaching perfectly to our learning pace, making sure we felt comfortable and confident at every step. The lessons were fun, and we even enjoyed a memorable ride up the cable car with her."
Luzia Chau
Google Reviews
"We've taken lessons with Charlie, Théo and Pierre and every one of them has been fantastic. They were patient, fun and very professional. Thanks to their guidance our whole family improved a lot and enjoyed the experience."
Christina Yang
Google Reviews
"I was anxious and Theo was able to quickly ease my fears. He is warm, clearly very experienced, and helped me gain my confidence. All in all, the perfect ski school experience, and highly recommend both Skibex and Theo."
Jessica T.
TripAdvisor
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