For many of us, ski season is just getting started and the next great adventure is getting closer! To help you when you're standing in front of an empty suitcase that needs filling with all the things you absolutely mustn't forget, here are some packing tips and a checklist from us.
NB: All the technical equipment for your activity (skis, ski boots, poles, snowboard + boots, off-piste and ski touring equipment) is included in your trip and provided on site. Telemark skiers cannot borrow equipment.
Basic packing list
Handy for everyone, whatever type of trip you're on.
- Ski trousers
- Ski jacket
- Base layers (2–3 sets recommended)
- Warm mid-layer (fleece is ideal)
- Ski gloves
- Ski socks
- Ski goggles
- Helmet (sometimes included; otherwise hire one for approx. €10–15/week)
- Hat
- Backpack (20 litres recommended; included for off-piste except in Argentière)
- Towel (2 if you'll be using the pool/sauna)
- Swimming trunks
- Indoor slippers
- Bag for dirty laundry
- Lunch box and water bottle (especially important in Chamonix and Argentière)
- Toiletry bag and personal items (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, sun cream, earplugs etc.)
- Wallet
- Passport
- EU health card (for medical and dental care)
- Sunglasses
- Phone
- Charger
Favourite tips from previous travellers
Bonus extras that make the week in your room even nicer.
- Headphones
- Small padlock
- Multi-plug adapter
- Corkscrew
- Crispbread
- Glucose tablets
- Magnesium
- Blister plasters
Off-piste equipment
Available to borrow on site.
- Backpack (not included in Argentière)
- Shovel
- Avalanche probe
- Avalanche transceiver
Ski touring equipment
Available to borrow on site.
- Backpack
- Skis
- Ski boots
- Poles
- Skins
- Crampons
- Ski crampons
- Climbing harness
- Shovel
- Avalanche probe
- Avalanche transceiver
Telemark equipment
NB: Telemark skiers must bring their own equipment – it cannot be borrowed on site.
- Backpack
- Skis
- Boots
- Spare binding
- Poles
- Knee pads
