June | September 2026
CHAMONIX HIKING & yoga Retreat
Duration
6 days, 5 nights
Location
Chamonix, France
Group size
Up to 12 guests
Perfect for
Busy mind in need of headspace, outdoor adventure enthusiasts, trail lovers
Meeting Point
Geneva Airport
A World-class HIKING EXPERIENCE
IN CHAMONIX-MONT-BLANC
Alpine hospitality, awe-inspiring trails, jaw-dropping views, and a shot of adrenaline await you on our Chamonix Hiking Retreat.
With the peaks of Mont Blanc towering over it, Chamonix is the birthplace of modern mountaineering, and a world-class destination for all outdoor enthusiasts. Known for its dramatic alpine landscapes, it’s a haven for hikers, climbers and trail runners in the warmer months and a legendary ski resort in the winter, having hosted the first Winter Olympics in 1924.
We can’t wait to host you on this unforgettable adventure!
what to expect
Expect an unforgettable retreat in the heart of the French Alps. Leave the screens behind, get inspired, and connect with an incredible like-minded group.
UNPLUG - Stay in a peaceful and elegant Alpine chalet, exclusively hired for our group, with six double bedrooms, garden, outdoor pool and hot tub. Book a room to yourself or share it with a friend or partner.
HIKE - Each day we’ll take on one of the most scenic hikes in the area, through alpine and forest terrain, and make the most of the lunch spots along the trails.
UNWIND with small group yoga sessions led by hand-picked instructors.
BE INSPIRED visiting the terraces of the Aiguille du Midi at +3842m, overlooking the entire Chamonix Valley, Vallée Blanche, and wider Mont Blanc area.
TASTE delicious meals at local eateries, including selected local cheese and wine.
IS THIS FOR ME?
This weekend is for adventurers and lovers of mountains, looking to take on a variety of hikes from moderate to hard, enjoy breathtaking views and spend time together away from the city. A moderate level of fitness is required as most hikes have a long uphill part. However we will be going at a steady pace, taking regular breaks, and stopping to enjoy the views.
retreat highlights
Prepare to experience the many faces of Chamonix and to surprise yourself with a new adventure daily. We work with expert local guides to always keep you in safe hands while pushing your limits.
Daily Hiking
We have selected some of the most scenic hikes in the area, a variety of distances and styles, including the Grands Balcons, Lac Blanc and Mer de Glace. We’ll make the most of the lunch spots along the trails.
Trail Running
We are based within walking distance of stunning riverside and forest trails, perfect for short or medium distance trail running. These will be led by coach Vicky Brackin to suit the group’s level and appetite.
Yin Yoga
An ideal complementary activity to hiking and trail running, yin yoga is a slow, meditative practice where poses are held for several minutes to target deep connective tissues, fascia, and joints. It will help us recover from hiking and running by reducing muscle soreness, improving circulation and promoting better sleep.
Aiguille du Midi
Taking the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi is a must for a visitor to the Chamonix Valley. At 3842m, this carefully designed destination offers jaw-dropping views of jagged peaks, and an almost birds-eye view of the Chamonix Valley, Mont Blanc, the Glacier des Bossons, and even the Matterhorn on a clear day.
Rock Climbing
We'll spend a few hours scaling the vertical rock faces of the stunning park at Les Gaillands, with our expert local coaches. Expect to add to your skills, gain confidence, and cheer your friends as they cheer you on. The routes will be tailored to the level of our group.
AccomModation
Nestled in the centre of Chamonix, our retreat base is an elegant Alpine chalet blending traditional charm and modern comfort, located in the centre of town and surrounded by breathtaking peaks. We have 6 flexible double/twin rooms and bathrooms over 3 storeys and a mix of private and shared spaces for you to feel right at home: enclosed garden and terrace for alfresco meals, outdoor pool and hot tub, an indoor lounge and dining area for gathering in the evenings, as well as a separate entertainment room.
This is your sanctuary—a place to rest, reflect, and immerse yourself in the magic of the mountains.
Exclusive Hire: The entire chalet is reserved just for our group, ensuring privacy and a personalised experience.
Private or Shared Rooms: Choose from 6 thoughtfully designed bedrooms, with private or shared bathrooms. You can book one solo or to share it with a friend or partner. (Unless you select a shared room, we will not book you into one.)
Spacious Communal Areas: Unwind in the lounge by the fireplace or relax on the sun-drenched terrace with stunning mountain views.
Outdoor pool and hot tub: Relax after a day of exercise while soaking in the alpine scenery.
Unplug: There is good WiFi throughout the chalet, but we encourage complete unplugging!
Meals
We will fuel our adventures with hearty, delicious meals that celebrate the best of Haute Savoie cuisine. From mountain lodge lunches to traditional fondue dinners, mealtimes will be for getting together to refuel, connect, and taste local favours of the French Alps.
We work closely with nutritionist Sinead Roberts to plan your retreat nutrition, and you will receive a nutrition guide upon booking with guidelines for meal structure and selection.
Breakfast
We have planned a mix of buffet style breakfasts in the comfort of our chalet and heading out to our favourite local cafés.
Lunch
Each day, we will have lunch on the mountain, where our hikes take us. Expect traditional cuisine, the freshest local ingredients and unforgettable views.
Dinner
Evenings are all about relaxing and sharing stories from the day while eating delicious local food. Some meals will be eaten at the comfort of our chalet and prepared by our private chef. On some nights we will head out at our favorite Chamonix eateries.
Dietary Requirements
We will cater to all dietary requirements. Once we’ve received your deposit we send out detailed booking forms for you to fill these out.
Meal Costs
All meals are included in your Chamonix Hiking Retreat package. Alcohol is not included; we ask guests to cover this separately at restaurants. We kindly ask guests not to bring alcohol back to the accommodation with them.
your TEAM
Rach Lingham
Rach has spent years creating everything from large-scale cultural gatherings to intimate retreats — spaces that connect people, spark ideas and leave room to breathe.
A long-time student and teacher of yoga, her work is shaped by the same principles she finds in practice — awareness, flow and connection. Whether planning a retreat or bringing together artists and speakers for an event, she cares about how things feel as much as how they run.
Rooted in yoga, fitness and time outdoors, her approach is all about balance — between stillness and adventure, work and rest, ocean and city.
Stella Kamba
Stella founded More Life Adventures, after working as an architect and personal trainer, to help people recover from the stress of modern living. As a child she spent her summers in the Alps, climbing, hiking, swimming in the lakes, laughing, and making friends for life. She can’t wait to take you back there for a week of living together in nature.
Megan Clayton
Chiropractor and Yoga Teacher Megan Clayton, registered Chiropractor and Yoga teacher based in Chamonix since, she uses her years of experience and study in physiology, chiropractic, yoga and biomechanics to develop individual yoga practices that are adapted to each student.
Nuyama - The outdoor soul
Nuyama is our partner Guide company in Chamonix. Founded by Yann Delevaux after 20 years of experience at Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix, they are dedicated to sharing the great outdoors with guests and helping them make the most out of their time on the mountains. They will be guiding us on our hikes and at our rock climbing session.
responsible travel
Depending on how much time you have, we will help you book one of these options:
Fly to Geneva and take our group minibus to Chamonix.
Take the train from one of the major European cities and travel through striking scenery, slashing your carbon emissions to 1/15th. While train travel is more expensive, it is unparalleled in views and is an adventure on its own.
If you'd like to arrive early or leave late and make a longer journey out of it, we can also provide guidance on what to do in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We welcome everyone over 21 years of age and we have no upper age limit. To date, we have had guests from their 30s to their 60s.
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Be prepared to hike for a few hours at a moderate pace each day. We adapt our pace to suit the group, and no one is ever left behind.
If you’d like to do more than hiking, we will have trail running, rock climbing and mountain biking options for you to choose from.
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All activities are optional, and you are very welcome to opt in or out as you like. If you’d like to opt out of some of the activities, our accommodation is an ideal place to spend some time relaxing in the hot tub or reading a book.
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Absolutely. We plan these trips specifically for our guests to gel easily. Get ready to make new friends!
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Unless you book a shared room with a friend or partner, we will not ask you to share a room.
We do think that sharing a room with a friend, partner or family member is a great idea, and if you share you can expect a gift for each of you from us!
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We will advise you on which flights or trains to book so that we all arrive at a similar time. We have airport transfers arranged to pick you up from the airport on arrival and drop you off there on your departure.
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We’ve carefully selected our favourite local restaurants and will also stay at home a few nights for chef-prepared dinners, to give you the best mix of local flavours.
We work with a nutritionist to plan meals with our activities in mind.
Portions are generous, so you’ll never go hungry, and we cater to all dietary requirements—just let us know when you’re booking.
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We cater for all allergies and dietary requirements. Just let us know on your booking form.
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We enjoy a drink with dinner or post-hiking, but other than that we keep alcohol to a minimum.
We do not include alcoholic drinks in your package, and we ask you to cover your drinks individually.
Drinks are always had at restaurants, and we kindly ask you not to bring alcohol back to the accommodation.
Did we miss anything?
How to book
Book your place with a deposit and pay the balance in monthly instalments
Booking your place is simple: reserve with a £300 deposit and spread the remaining balance across monthly instalments. The full balance is due one month before departure.
Flights & Transfers
Once your booking is confirmed, we’ll share the best flight and train options for our group to arrive and depart together. Group transfers are included in your package. If you prefer more flexibility, we can organise a private transfer at an additional cost.
Arrival
If you’d like to make independent travel arrangements, just let us know in advance. Please note that the villa is available to you only from the group arrival time.
Pricing
Shared bedroom
From £2,380 per person
Single occupancy bedroom
From £4,760 per person
ROOM SHARING
Sharing a room with a partner, friend, colleague or family member is a brilliant way to reconnect and make memories to last a lifetime.
Please note that for your comfort and privacy, we don’t assign room shares between guests who haven’t met before.
Terms and Conditions
Once your deposit is received, you’ll be sent our Terms & Conditions to sign and confirm your booking.
A minimum of 7 guests is required for the retreat to go ahead. In the unlikely event that we cancel a retreat date, your payment will be refunded in full, or you may transfer it to another More Life Adventures retreat date of your choice.
DATES & BOOKING LINKS
Spaces are intentionally limited to keep the experience personal and exclusive. Secure your place via the booking link below.
Secure your place via the booking links below.
INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE
Private Chalet Stay
5 nights stay at a stylish chalet, with outdoor hot tub and summer pool with views to Mont Blanc, spacious garden and terrace, cosy log fireplace, and plenty of space for our group to relax and unwind
All Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout your stay (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners)
Group airport transfers
Return group transfer from Geneva airport to our accommodation. We will advise on flight times to select. If these times aren't manageable, we can arrange a private transfer for you at extra cost.
All other transfers
All our journeys during the trip.
Daily guided hikes
Daily hikes guided by local expert guides.
Aiguille du Midi visit
Take one of the most famous cable car rides in the world to +3842m to witness the Mont Blanc panorama
Yoga Classes
Daily Yoga classes to stretch and decompress after a long day of activities.
Rock Climbing
Guided rock climbing at Gaillands climbing park.
Gift Pack
A gift bag of retreat essentials for you to make the most of the trip.
Photography
Photos and videos to remember and share.
What’s not included
Return transport to Geneva
We ask you to book your flights or train tickets to Geneva airport at your end and we are here to advise on which flights to book.
Private Airport Transfer
In the event that you cannot make the group transfer we can book this for you at extra cost.
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Mountain Biking on scenic trails
For an extra shot of adrenaline we can hire mountain bikes or ebikes to explore local trails on our penultimate afternoon.
Massage treatments
The beautiful Lykke Spa is a short walk from our chalet and offers treatments that we can book on our penultimate afternoon.
