ALPES'HUSKIES is a 4-season sled dog tourism facility. It also offers adapted activities for disabled people and animal mediation.
4 SEASON ACTIVITIES
Mushing'EXPERIENCE (4-season carriage experience) (Champéry)
Come and enjoy an experience with the competition huskies of Violaine, 2024 and 2025 world champion in her discipline, in the enchanting setting of Grand Paradis in Champéry. Sitting in the sled or kart, weather permitting, and guided by a musher, you'll enjoy a unique and magical experience.
Discover the fabulous history of mushing, meet these extraordinary dogs, stroke them and take photos with them, take part in the harnessing and learn how to use the equipment if desired! Time is divided into 3 parts: introduction to mushing, sled/kart baptism, cuddles and photos with the dogs. This activity is ideal for families and requires no special skills.
- Husky-trekking (Champéry and Morgins)
Accompanied walking tour, harnessed and pulled by the power of a dog, on an easy, relatively flat route along a pretty river in the forest. 1h experience. Suitable for people with mild disabilities (no chair, good motor skills).
- Kennel visit (Champéry)
Meet the huskies in their kennel and find out more about the fascinating world of sled dogs, their history, their role in expeditions and the traditions that surround them. The activity can be extended with a local aperitif (reservation required).
- Half-day thrills (paragliding/sledding) (Champéry)
A morning dedicated to thrills, with a 1000m tandem paragliding flight with the Ecole de Val d'illiair and a sleigh ride, followed by a gourmet aperitif featuring the finest local produce. (from 3 people only)
- Husky-trekking (Champéry and Morgins)
In summer, there are three options: the short route (approx. 1 hour's walk), the medium route (approx. 3 hours' walk, with a gourmet aperitif) or the long route (approx. 5 hours, with a meal in the cafeteria). The route is wide and relatively flat, making it accessible even to children. The activity can be enjoyed in all weathers.
- Cani-trottinettes (2 wheels) (Champéry): introduction to scooter driving.
In this fun and sporting activity lasting around 1 hour, participants try their hand at driving an all-terrain scooter harnessed to 1 or 2 dogs. The Kickbike scooters are equipped with powerful brakes. This activity requires excellent physical fitness.
- Half-day thrill ride (paragliding/cani-kart) (Champéry)
A morning dedicated to thrills, with a 1000m tandem paragliding flight with Val d'illiair paragliding school and a cani-kart tour, followed by a gourmet aperitif featuring the finest local produce. (from 3 people only)
- Family Nature Escape (Champéry)
Share a unique and immersive family experience with our new summer offer! Head for the Cascade de la Saufla on a husky canoe tour, then stop off at the Organic Adventure Park for a playful escape in the trees.
- Discover mushing - special offer for groups of 10 or more (Champéry)
Treat your group to a unique immersion in the exciting world of mushing and competitive sled dogs! The experience begins with an introductory film, followed by a visit to the mushing museum. This is followed by a demonstration of harnessing with world champion sled dogs, and a chance to meet and pet the dogs. Finally, we'll serve up a plate of local specialities to make the most of this convivial moment.
- Sleigh driving (Champéry): introduction to sleigh driving, 2-hour training course, including 20 minutes driving depending on the person's level. This activity requires excellent sporting condition.
- Husky-rando Fondue (Morgins)
A night-time cani-rando experience like no other, culminating in a delicious fondue at Claudine and Maurice's Agritourisme du Vieux They.
