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Thank you for your interest in this tour. The following booking form will guide you step by step through the booking process. We look forward to your registration.

Thank you for your interest in this tour. The following booking form will guide you step by step through the booking process. We look forward to your registration.

Ski with us at the Friday special from early January until early March. Sign up now in our open groups for Freeride Andermatt. You find the schedule and available spots below.​  🏋 Fitness: Basic to Expert ⚙️ Technical*: Intermetiate to Expert off piste skier (for beginner and off piste technique we recommend Swiss Ski School Andermatt) *snowboarders should be strong riders able to traverse heel and toe side and have collapsible poles and fitness to push out flat valleys.  🎙️ AVALANCHE TALK During the lunch break, we will discuss the current avalanche situation in the region and your mountain guide will provide you with valuable information about avalanche safety equipment. 🎒 Equipment every person must have: - Skis / Snowboard - Avalanche Transceiver - Backpack with:​ - Shovel and probe - Water and snack - Airbag and Helmet recommended​ - Touring bindings and skins ​​ Rental Equipment available: ​ Please reserve @ Imholzsport Andermatt​ 🎯 Meeting Point: 08.30 Imholzsport at Gemsstock Cablecar (flexible, to be confirmed) ​ ✔️ Included:​ 1 day guiding with UIAGM mountainguide / aspirant guide ​ ✖️ Not Included: - Ski pass - Rental Equipment - Transportation - Food and Drinks

FREETOURING COURSE ANDERMATT 🎯 Learning Objectives Freetouring combines lift-accessed freeriding with classic ski touring. The goal is to access untouched terrain beyond the ski area using lightweight touring equipment and to enjoy longer, more remote descents away from the crowds. The Andermatt–Sedrun–Disentis region offers ideal conditions with high alpine terrain, lift access up to altitude, and vast off-piste possibilities. Course highlights – Efficient use of touring equipment
 – Short ascents to access untracked terrain
 – Route selection and terrain management
 – Backcountry skiing techniques
 – Avalanche awareness and group management
 – Efficient transitions in alpine environments Who this course is for – Experienced skiers and freeriders
 – Skiers expanding into ski touring
 – Riders combining freeride and touring 
– Adventurers seeking remote alpine descents 📅 Course Program Day 1 – Introduction to freetouring techniques
– Skinning and uphill skiing technique
 – Route selection and track setting
 – First short ascents and descents from lift-accessed terrain
 – Risk assessment and terrain evaluation Day 2 – Advanced freetouring in alpine terrain
 – Tour planning and navigation with modern tools 
– Efficient transitions and movement techniques
 – Longer ascents and freeride descents in mixed terrain 💪 Requirements Fitness – Up to 700m ascent per day Technical Requirements – Advanced to expert skier
 – Comfortable skiing in terrain up to 40°, up to 45° in good conditions
 – Experience in off-piste skiing and basic touring required 🎿 Equipment – Off-piste skis or splitboard with skins
 – Ski crampons
 – Avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe 
– Backpack, water, snack/lunch
 – Helmet and avalanche airbag optional 📍 Meeting Point 08:30 at Imholz Sport, Gemsstock cable car base station, Andermatt. Rental equipment available at Imholz Sport Andermatt. ✅ Included in the Price – 2 days guiding in an open group (4–6 participants) by UIAGM mountain guide or aspirant guide
 – Course organisation ❌ Not Included in the Price – Ski pass
 – Accommodation
 – Rental equipment
 – Transportation
 – Food and drinks
 – Insurance (accident, mountain rescue, travel, illness and all other insurances are the responsibility of the participant) We recommend being a member of REGA, the Swiss Air Rescue Service.

AVALANCHE COURSE ANDERMATT 🎯 Learning Objectives This two-day course provides a solid foundation in avalanche awareness and the safe use of standard avalanche rescue equipment. You will learn how to interpret avalanche bulletins, identify hazards in the terrain, and make informed decisions in winter mountain environments. Both days combine theory and practical learning. 📅 Course Program Day 1 – Introduction to avalanche awareness and winter safety management
 – Familiarisation with standard avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel, probe)
 – Understanding and interpreting the avalanche bulletin
 – Hazards of off-piste skiing and ski touring
 – Recognising the four typical avalanche situations
 – Strategies to reduce risk
 – Performing a basic avalanche rescue Day 2 – Practical learning in the backcountry
 – Orientation and slope angle assessment
 – Tour planning with regard to avalanche risk
 – Introduction to the graphic reduction method
 – Tactics for reducing risk in the backcountry 
– Avalanche rescue with multiple victims 💪 Requirements Fitness – Moderate fitness level
 – Ascents of up to 30 minutes on foot or skis Technical Requirements – Beginner level
 – Comfortable skiing slopes up to 30° in good snow conditions 🎿 Equipment – Off-piste or touring skis (skins recommended if available)
 – Avalanche transceiver
 – Shovel and probe
 – Backpack
 – Weather-appropriate clothing
 – Water and snacks – Helmet Optional: – Avalanche airbag backpack Rental equipment can be reserved through Imholz Sport Andermatt. 📍 Meeting Point 08:30 at Imholz Sport, Gemsstock cable car base station, Andermatt. ✅ Included in the Price – Guiding and instruction by a certified mountain guide or mountain guide aspirant 
– Course organisation
 – Open groups with 4 to 6 participants ❌ Not Included in the Price – Ski pass
 – Accommodation
 – Rental equipment
 – Transportation
 – Food and drinks
 – Insurance (accident, mountain rescue, travel, illness and all other insurances are the responsibility of the participant) We recommend being a member of REGA, the Swiss Air Rescue Service.

The tailor made summer tour with Andermatt Guides offers a fully personalized outdoor experience in the stunning mountain landscape around Andermatt. Each tour is tailored to your individual wishes, fitness level, and interests – ranging from relaxed scenic hikes to more demanding alpine adventures. Together with an experienced mountain guide, the route is planned flexibly – let us know the tour of your dreams.

STEEP SKIING COURSE ANDERMATT 🎯 Learning Objectives This course is designed for advanced skiers who want to improve confidence and technical control in steep alpine terrain. Focus is on precise technique, smart line choice and safe movement in exposed slopes. Andermatt offers steep couloirs, alpine faces and changing snow conditions, creating a perfect natural training ground for real steep skiing scenarios. Course highlights – Steep skiing technique in alpine terrain 
– Line choice in exposed slopes
 – Controlled turns in variable snow
 – Speed and exposure management
 – Mental approach to steep descents
 – Safety awareness in complex terrain Who this course is for – Advanced off-piste skiers
 – Freeriders progressing into steep terrain
 – Skiers preparing alpine objectives
 – Athletes improving technical control 📅 Course Program Day 1 – Steep skiing technique training
 – Terrain assessment and line choice
 – Controlled skiing in steeper terrain depending on conditions
 – Cable car access and short ascents if required Day 2 – Advanced steep skiing tactics
 – Application in complex terrain 
– Managing exposure, speed and snow conditions
 – Guided descents with coaching 💪 Requirements Fitness – Advanced level
 – Up to 700m ascent per day Technical Requirements – Advanced to expert skier
 – Comfortable in 40° terrain, up to 45° in good conditions
 – Strong off-piste experience 🎿 Equipment – Off-piste skis with skins (max 105mm waist)
 – Ski crampons
 – Avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe 
– Backpack, water, snack
 – Harness with carabiner and rappel device
 – Helmet and airbag recommended
 – Crampons and ice axe if available 📍 Meeting Point 08:30 at Imholz Sport, Gemsstock cable car base station, Andermatt. Rental equipment available at Imholz Sport Andermatt. ✅ Included in the Price – 2 days guiding in small group (3–4 participants) by UIAGM mountain guide or aspirant guide
 – Course organization ❌ Not Included in the Price – Ski pass
 – Accommodation
 – Rental equipment
 – Transport – Food and drinks
 – Insurance (accident, mountain rescue, travel, illness and all other insurances are the responsibility of the participant) We recommend REGA membership.