Winter trip to Switzerland, KISC
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Based on 5 days, 4 nights coach tour for 48 passengers travelling February 2024. Subject to availability.
KISC like you’ve never seen it before!
Kandersteg International Scout Centre’s location, nestled in the Swiss Alps at 1,200m above sea level, makes it the perfect base for a winter activity holiday for Scouts and Guides too. A sweeping scene of snow-capped mountains and rolling white pastures, KISC becomes a magical wonderland in winter.
You still get the same camaraderie and buzz from morning till night as you would experience in the summer months and there’s still an exceptional array of activities right on your doorstep. Try your hand at cross country skiing and igloo building, rev up for sledging and learn something new with winter survival experiences. And when the sun sets, warm up under the stars at the International Campfire where budding new friendships await.
If you’re on the look out for a truly unique experience, then a winter activity trip to KISC in Switzerland may be just what you’re looking for!
Our top tips for a winter trip to Switzerland, KISC
Visit
February half-term.
Stay
Indoor accommodation
Travel
By coach or plane.
Get planning
18-24 months in advance.
Fantastic indoor group accommodation
There is a fantastic choice of indoor accommodation at KISC perfect for groups of any size – with one of our top picks ‘Old Chalet’. With over 180 beds, this building accommodates multiple groups who can meet and share tales of their time away in the amazing common room areas, each equipped with a fireplace. It’s important to know, however, that the dormitory-style bedrooms will not be shared between groups.
For groups who would prefer a private chalet, the nearby Sunneblick is a great choice.
Activities and Excursions
The snow covered Swiss Alps are the backdrop for some amazing winter activities, many of which are led by experienced mountain guides.
What’s popular with our groups?
- Sledging
- Igloo building
- Curling
- International Campfire
- Guided cross country skiing
- Ice skating
- Snowshoeing
- Winter Survival Experience
- Winter Light Trail (forest trail by torchlight)
How could your winter trip to KISC look?
It’s important to remember that with our help, you can plan your time in KISC to suit your group. There’s no fixed itinerary, every activity holiday is different. That said, we know it’s helpful to see how your time away could look, so here’s a sample itinerary to get the ideas flowing.
Day 1
Fly from the UK to Basel, where you will be transferred to your chalet at KISC. Spend the rest of the day exploring your surroundings.
Day 2
Spend the morning Igloo and Snow Cave Building before you strap on the skates and hit the ice. After an evening meal, it’s time for a night of fun team races at KISC’s Winter Olympics.
Day 3
Wrap up warm for a full day Snow Adventure which includes snowshoeing, sledding and curling. Enjoy your evening meal back at KISC.
Day 4
It’s time to take the Oeschinensee cable car and enjoy the views. The afternoon can be spent at leisure as you prepare to follow the trail through the forests by torchlight on the Winter Light Trail after dark.
Day 5
Today, you’ll enjoy a full day of cross-county skiing. After, you’ll relax with an evening meal back at your accommodation.
Day 6
After a day of skiing yesterday, it’s time for a full day excursion to the impressive Schilthorn for panoramic mountain views. Once back at KISC you’ll enjoy a traditional Swiss fondue evening.
Day 7
Learn from the experts as your embark on a Winter Survival Experience. This evening you can take part in KISC’s famous international campfire where you’ll meet people from all around the world.
Day 8
Say “goodbye” to KISC as it’s time to head back to Basel airport for your flight home.
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FAQs
Yes – catering equipment will be shared between everyone staying in the Venture Abroad area of the campsite. However, rest assured that there is plenty of equipment to go round!
Yes – there are lockers with charging points, so you can charge your electronics! These lockers are near the campsite office.
During the summer months, Venture Abroad provide all tents and catering tents and catering equipment for your group.
The on-site staff can assist you with storing any medication or personal documents, and safes are available at the reception.
Yes – the fridge freezer is located in a communal building, which is close to the campsite. Yes, all fridges are for shared usage, and food needs to be labelled with the name of the group. Fridges cannot be booked for personal use and need to be shared. Please note that food containers/Tupperware are not provided, so make sure to bring your own!
As advised by KISC’s website, once you’ve prepaid for the accommodation, head over to kisc.ch to select your excursions. This is a request form, however, as the activities depend on availability. Once a staff member has processed your requests, they will come back to you with an update on our selection.
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