Aletsch Patrimony site: Ice & Wonder. 4 day Trekking Experience
About Ice & Wonder Trek
A journey through ancient ice, wild Alpine landscapes and the extraordinary beauty of the Swiss Alps.
Welcome to the Aletsch Arena, home to the magnificent Great Aletsch Glacier – the longest glacier in the
Alps and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch region.
Over four days, we invite you to step away from everyday life and immerse yourself in one of Switzerland’s most remarkable mountain landscapes. Our trails lead through fragrant Alpine forests, colourful mountain meadows, dramatic ridgelines and breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the immense river of ice.
But this journey is about more than spectacular scenery. It’s an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature and witness a landscape that has been shaped by thousands of years of natural forces – and is now changing before our eyes.
Along the way, we’ll discover the fascinating story of the glacier, experience the quiet beauty of the mountains and share meaningful moments with like-minded adventurers.
Four days of walking, discovery and reconnection – in a landscape that reminds us both of nature’s extraordinary power and its fragility.
The natural beauty of Nature can help to inspire feelings of awe and wonder, which can have a profound effect on the human spirit. The simple act of being in nature can help to put things into perspective, providing a sense of grounding and balance. We will take plenty of time to soak in the beauty during this trek.
Designed for medium level hikers to advanced or beginners with high motivation and firm physical condition.
We will discover some of the most beautiful parts of Switzerland, yet very secluded and authentic.
Every day we will hike for 4-6 hours (break time included) with a stable pace, taking time for being, enjoy the views, practice mindfulness and eating outside.
We will take the most beautiful hikes in the region and probably entire Switzerland.
We will stay in an authentic hotel located in Bettmeralp village.
Physical effort each day:
Day 1: 800m up, 400m down, 10km. Walking time: 4 hours
Day 2: 500 up, 500m down, 9km. Walking
time: 3 h
Day 3: 900m up, 700m down, 12km. Walking time: 5 hours
Day 4: 600m up, 1300m down, 16km. Walking time: 5 hours
During 4 days we will hike, explore the most impressive glacier in the Alps, get to know wild flowers, local life, valleys and ourselves.
Typical day
07.30 am Breakfast
08.45 am Hike Start
10.30 am Hiking hiking and hiking
12.00 pm Lunch Outside
03.30 pm Arrival to mountain hotel
04.00 pm Enjoying Drinks/ Local Tart
06.00 pm Personal Time
07.00 pm Diner
P.S: we take a break time approx every hour. The goal is to enjoy nature and steps rather than rushing through.
Itinerary
We will start in a village of Belalp known for its beautiful turquoise lake and finish in Fiescheralp (may change).
Have you ever dreamed of crossing the entire mountain range and end up in a completely secluded different valley where the only sound you hear is your breath and mountain streams?
We will stay in history rich swiss mountain hotels. This is already quite an experience! All the hotels are located on the mountain tops. And this is already quite an experience!
Day 1: after getting to know each other, we will start our journey in Belalp- on the way we will cross different suspension bridges and walk through a very special stone pine forest
Day 2: we will explore the surroundings of Aletsch further- and have shorter day before a big next day
Day 3: we will walk on Aletsch – the most impressive glacier in the Alps.
Day 4: after breakfast we will start going down to yet another very secluded Valley and wrap up our 4 days
What to look forward to?
- Hiking like the Swiss Do…
- Walking on a Longest glacier in the Alps with a professional guide
- Breathtaking views
- Free time for personal reflection/relaxation
- Community – supportive spirit
- Intimate experience: this trek is limited to 9 participants max
Extras:
• Night Hiking and Milky Way Observation
• Cow bell & concert 😊
• Inspiring & Empowering group spirit
I’d sit for hours watching the birds or squirrels, or looking into the faces of flowers. When I discovered a new plant, I sat beside it for a minute or a day, to make its acquaintance and try to hear what it had to tell me.’ John Muir, My Life with Nature
Mountain Lodge – surrounded by forest & mountains
Nestled in the beautiful mountain landscape of Bettmeralp, Hotel Waldhaus is a charming, family-run hotel where Alpine hospitality meets comfort and tranquillity. Surrounded by nature, it offers cosy rooms, delicious regional-inspired cuisine, a sunny terrace and a sauna – the perfect place to unwind and recharge after a day exploring the spectacular Aletsch region.
Restaurant at the hotel
Rooms at the hotel
Logistics and other details
Private standard room with private bathroom: 1290 CHF
Private deluxe room with private bathroom: 1390 CHF
Shared room with shared bathroom: 990 CHF
Couples/ friends package: 2350 CHF
Shared rooms have 2 beds and will be shared be 2 persons of the same gender
What is included in the price?
- Accommodation during retreat: in an authentic high-quality mountain houses.
- Breakfast and lunch picnic on day 2,3 & 4
- Dinners
- All activities during the trek by certified mountain leader: hiking, exercise, nature connection practices
What is not included in the price
- Your flight or train tickets from home country to Switzerland;
- Transportation to the trek starting point (meeting point of the trek)
- Dinners & drinks
- Travel Insurance
Logistics details:
Need to be in Belalp train station by 10 am on July 8d, 2027
We will finish on July 11th at 4pm in Fieschalp
Combinable with more extensive travels in Switzerland – advice available upon request.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
50% or 100% of the price needs to be paid upon the booking the trip
The rest needs to be paid until May 8th, 2027
50% is refundable until 8th of June 2027. After this date- its non refundable.
If refund has to be issued, an admin charge of 100 CHF will be charged.
About trek leader- Ruta
Ruta has done her first hike back in 2013- she then realized that the real life is not happening in the indoor- office environment but rather outside.
This made her realize that she was missing something important in her life- connection with Nature. Since then, most of her time she spends outside- climbing, hiking, wild camping, walking in the forests, parks and other natural places. She has become over-passionate about hiking and is now keen to share the most beautiful places in the Swiss Alps with the others. During her outings she invites participants to experience nature differently: through mindfulness, nature connection practices & human element.
Ruta is a professional mountain leader ( Association of Mountain Guides in Switzerland), neuro-coach (Neuroleadership Institute, London), and forest therapy guide (Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, USA).
By creating Be Outside Coaching movement, she has connected her 2 major passions: activities outside and human development. Be Outside Coaching delivers immersive and holistic Nature experiences in the different corners of the Swiss Alps. So far Ruta has created over 70 treks and retreats and led with more than 1000 people outdoors.
‘ There is yet another way to be, to see , to feel, to lead. You will never hike the same way again after experiencing this.’ – Be Outside Coaching
What do previous participants say about Be Outside Coaching?
‘To be in nature means to experience everything: the sounds, plants, trees- to touch, to feel how everything is changing. It’s amazing to see how much nature gives to us. We must experience this again and again. I am so happy that I found out about the Be Outside Coaching.
What Ruta does in those Nature Retreats is amazing and I wish to everyone to experience it.
Jurgita, teacher and school coordinator
