Why Winter in Megève Doesn’t Have to Mean Ski School

Every family that comes to Megève in winter books the same thing first: ski lessons. But what about the kids that only want to ski mornings? What happens if the snow conditions are less than ideal? The good news is that Megève has more to offer than just its pistes.

We offer half- and full-day programmes for families looking to take their winter holidays to the next level. Imagine your kids spending a morning on the slopes and an afternoon sledding with huskies while you have a long lunch on a sunny terrace. Is there anything better?

Beyond the piste

At Peak Pioneers, we specialise in exciting family and kid-focussed activities. A day might start with snowshoeing through fresh powder in the Contamines forest, tracking real animal prints with a guide who knows exactly where to find them. It might end with sledding at altitude or building a snow shelter in which to roast some ‘smores. If skiing is part of the plan, we will arrange a qualified instructor as part of the day, so you're not managing two separate bookings and two separate agendas.

Every programme is private and 100% bespoke to your family’s needs.

Who it's for

Our programmes are built for the families who come to Megève and want more than screen time between ski lessons, whether you’ve already experienced Peak Pioneers’ English-speaking summer camp or are coming to us for the first time.

Why it matters

Children who spend time outdoors in winter get something ski school alone doesn't teach them: how to read a mountain rather than just ride it. We want kids to learn how snow behaves differently at different altitudes, how to build a shelter that actually keeps them warm and how to observe an animal’s tracks in the snow. And they can learn all of this while still taking time to make snow angels and have snowball fights. We work with an amazing group of qualified, passionate and fun mountain guides who love what they do.

That's the same belief our summer camp is built on. Winter just changes the terrain.

Book your family's winter activities

Half-day and full-day private programmes are available across the season, with a ski instructor on request. Get in touch to find out more.