Altitude CampsVerbier, Switzerland
- Healthy fresh food prepared by a private chef.
- Beautiful location in a quiet mountain town nestled high in the Swiss alps with amazing views.
- A variety of activities to choose from including hiking, swimming, team sports and games, baking, ice-skating and many more.
Location: Altitude Camps Verbier provides summer camps to junior students from the beautiful and scenic town of Verbier, Switzerland. The profound nature of the location allows for multiple outdoor activities to be a big part of these summer camps. Verbier is 1 hour 45 minutes from Geneva airport and 1 hour from the beautiful Swiss Riviera, Montreux.
Course selection: These summer programmes are available to students from 3-14 years. The Marmot Camps are day camps reserved for students aged 3 to 5 years. The Day Camps or Residential experiences are for students aged 6 to 14 years. Programmes are available in French and English. All courses include a quality activity and lesson plan, which engages students in the language they are learning, plus allows them to enjoy the beautiful location of Verbier, Switzerland. Activities included in the programmes can include museum visits, scavenger hunts, fire-building, baking, Mini-Olympics, mountain hiking, swimming, yoga, hockey and much more! These camps really are packed with fun and games for junior students to enjoy throughout.
Accommodation: The accommodation for the immersive summer programmes can be homestay within a local family or on-site camp accommodation with other students on the programme. The residential accommodation is generally 2-4 boys or girls per room, with each room having its own private bathroom. The residence has 24-hour security, and students are always welcome to speak with the in-house staff and camp counsellors whenever they wish.
- The language school Altitude Camps was founded in Verbier, Switzerland in 2000.
- Legal name / parent company: Altitude Camps SARL.
- Tax registration ID: CHE-292.031.759
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in CHF | 2650 2584 | 4975 4851 | 6950 6777 | 9000 8775 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The course includes afternoon and evening activities, sports, team-building games and excursions.
Accommodation is usually for 2 to 3 students but there are also some rooms for 4 students.
The course includes afternoon and evening activities, sports, team-building games and excursions. Accommodation is usually for 2 to 3 students but there are also some rooms for 4 students.
Language camps are available in English or French with most students being of an intermediate level although classes are available from beginner to advanced.
We focus on conversation as much as possible to make it fun and interesting for our students.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 21:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in CHF | 875 832 | 1700 1615 | 2550 2423 | 3400 3230 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The course includes afternoon and evening activities, sports, team-building games and excursions.
The course includes afternoon and evening activities, sports, team-building games and excursions.
Language camps are available in English or French with most students being of an intermediate level although classes are available from beginner to advanced.
We focus on conversation as much as possible to make it fun and interesting for our students.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in CHF | 475 452 | 950 903 | 1425 1354 | 1900 1805 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course aims to encourage the improvement of coordination and motor skills, the exploration of nature, the increase of awareness of the environment, learning how to play and work alongside other children and improving creativity and the ability of self-expression through art and play.
Healthy and fresh food and hot lunch every day.
Although no English lessons are included these can be added and children will also develop English skills from this being the spoken language at camp.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Information for all courses offered by Altitude Camps
Transfer fee from Geneva airport: CHF 100 (one way), CHF 200 (round trip).
Additional options:
- Tennis coaching: CHF 150 per hour
- Golf coaching: CHF 150 per hour
- Language tuition: CHF 100 per hour
- Swimming lessons: CHF 150 per hour
- Paragliding: CHF 200 (Tandem Flight).
01 Jan 2024, 19 Mar 2024, 09 May 2024, 30 May 2024, 01 Aug 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 15 Sep 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Altitude Camps
“I believe we have that special touch of passion which you rarely find. Our team live in Verbier year round & bring knowledge & experience.”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Halal food offered at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 3Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age
Age of students
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Cooking | | - |
Golf | | - |
Horse riding | | 1 km |
Mountainbiking | | - |
Music | | - |
Swimming | | - |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | - |
Volleyball | | - |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Golf - CHF 150 per hour
Tennis - CHF 150 per hour
Junior - Free activities
Junior - Paid activities
Golf - CHF 150 per hour
Tennis - CHF 150 per hour
Paragliding - CHF 200 (Tandem Flight)
FAQ about Altitude Camps,
- What is the best price for a course at Altitude Camps, Verbier?English courses at Altitude Camps start at 452 CHF for Marmot Camp course with 5 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the number of students per class at Altitude Camps?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Altitude Camps varies from 4 students (Marmot Camp) to 8 students (Residential Camp )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Altitude Camps?50% of teachers at Altitude Camps hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Altitude Camps offers courses for which ages?Altitude Camps offers courses from 3 years (Marmot Camp, 5 lessons per week) to 14. Average age is 11 during the summer and 1 for the rest of the year.