ADVENTURE OVERVIEW

ADVENUTRE GUIDE

HELI-SKIING

Think of the Alps, and you’ll think of skiing. The French and Italian Alps have a reputation for easyaccess powder skiing and plenty of off-piste runs. With a seemingly endless amount of terrain, our Heli-Skiing Experience is a unique approach to skiing in the Alps.

After starting your day with a delicious, chefprepared breakfast, you’ll head to the heli-pad to depart for a day filled with adventure, adrenaline, and, of course, powder. By the final run, you’ll be ready for a delicous dinner, a refreshing cocktail, and a good night’s sleep so that you can wake up and do it all again the next day.

THE LOCATION

• Location – Le Miroir, France • Mountain range – The French Alps • Region – The Tarentaise Valley • Average annual snowfall – 3.75 meters / 148 inches • Elevation – 1,250 meters / 4,101 ft (Chalet Hibou) • Highest point of terrain – 3,653 meters / 11,984 ft (Tignes, Grand Motte Glacier) • Highest peak – 3,779 meters / 12,398 ft (Mont Pourri) • Skiable terrain – unlimited off-piste

• Average number of runs per day – 6 drops/day • Vertical drop – up to 7,000 vertical meters / 22,965 ft

THE EXPERIENCE WHAT TO EXPECT

HELI-SKIING

Nothing quite beats clicking in after a heli lift. The Valgrisenche valley has incredible glaciated runs. You’ll be right on the Italian border. The relief is so massive your legs may scream for reprieve after your first 5,000ft descent. But once you spy your next line from the chopper, adrenaline kicks in and we bet the next run may beat the first. Ski. Repeat.

• Average run vertical – 1,000 to 2,200 meters • Average heli time per day – 20 minutes • Snow conditions – powder • High point – 3,486 meters • Averaging 6 heli drops per day • Eleven provides highly-trained IFMGA certified heli-ski guides • Complimentary use of high-end skis specially adapted for heli ski and off-piste snow conditions in the French Alps • All avalanche safety equipment is included

OFF-PISTE SKIING

Legendary off-piste runs promise endless steep and deep lines. With so much terrain, we often remind clients to leave some gas in the tank—this terrain has “best-day-ever” potential written all over it.

ACTIVITIES

GUIDE

While Heli-Skiing is included in your stay and is the focus of your trip, occassionally, the weather doesn’t allow us to fly. In such situations, we have a list of down-day activities to choose from. Please connect with the Experience Team to book an activity for your group.

ON-PISTE SKIING

Chalet Pelerin and Chalet Hibou are some of the top skiing destinations on the globe, with 7 ski resorts located right near the Chalets. From intermediate to expert-only runs —the Chalets easily access terrain for everyone. The longest run in Europe—7 kilometers—faces the Chalets’ balconies. Activity Duration: 3-6 hours. Travel Time: 5-30 minutes. Experience Level: All Abilities

OFF-PISTE SKIING

Le Miroir is an off-piste skiing paradise. Take advantage of ski lifts to easily access backcountry routes. Wind through the magic forests of Ste Foy ski resort and shred huge runs along the glacier in Tignes, or simply enjoy a fun descent in the Lost Valley in Val d’Isère—perfect for off-piste beginner skiing. The nearby Vanoise National Park accesses expert runs too. Experience Level: Intermediate-Expert

SKI TOURING

The Tarentaise Valley offers diverse ski touring, from high peak tours to forest routes and easy mountain climbing. Ski touring is for beginners to experts, and your private guide will find appropriate terrain for each guest’s level and expectations. This activity can be practiced with ski touring equipment or a spilt board (additional equipment cost). Activity Duration: Full day / Half day. Travel Time: 5 min to 25 mins. Level: Beginner to Expert.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Get back to skiing’s roots with cross-country skiing. All ski resorts offer easy access and beginner to intermediate terrain. Rosuel Valley (in Peisey Nancroix) is ideal for expert cross-country skiers. Ski around Ouillette Lake in Val d’Isère, and then join the rest of your group for lunch next to the lake. Activity Duration: Half day. Travel Time: 20 to 45 mins. Level: Beginner to Expert.

TARENTAISE VALLEE BLANCHE TOUR

The ultimate ski safari. Start in the Tarentaise Valley and head towards Italy. From the top of the Pointe Helbronner cable car, ski 15 kilometers on the glacier of the legendary “Vallee Blanche”—all the way to Chamonix. After skiing in the heart of Mont-Blanc massif, cap the day with a scenic heli flight above the Mont Blanc summit and finally land back at the Chalet. Activity Duration: Full day. Travel Time: 20 mins. Level: Expert.

SNOWSHOEING

Strap on snowshoes and hike into the wilderness directly from the Chalet, or snowshoe from one of the local ski resorts while using the ski lift to quickly gain elevation and discover various landscapes. Options are plenty, including easy, 30-minute walks, full-day hikes, and 1,200-meter climbs. Activity Duration: Half day to Full day. Travel Time: 0 min to 45 mins. Level: Beginner to Expert.

BIATHLON

Channel your Olympic spirit by racing on cross-country skis, then shooting a target like a real athlete. Fun and open to all, the biathlon promises thrills and spills for a family or group of friends who want to share a new winter experience. If not confident with cross-country skis, snowshoes work, too. Activity Duration: 2 to 3 hours. Travel Time: 30 mins. Level: Beginner to Expert.

ICE CLIMBING

Learn ice-climbing skills among unbelievable stalactites and ice sculptures. Accessed with technical equipment and a skilled professional guide, this Eleven adventure promises an introduction to an unusual sport in a spectacular environment. Activity Duration: Half day. Travel Time: 30 mins. Level: Beginner to Expert.

DOG SLEDDING

Get ready for a festive European ride. Take a dog sledding course at one of the ski resorts near the Chalet— perfect for non-skiing guests who want a short yet scenic ride. And if you are more active, learn how to drive the dog sled with a private guide. The beautiful Tignes Lake or Les Arcs forest serve as your training grounds. Activity Duration: 30 mins to 1 hour (half day in case of driving sledge course). Travel Time: 30 mins. Level: No level required.