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Ski joering

Horse-driven back-country skiing experience, fun for the whole family

Location
Les Houches

This is the original form of back-country sking and is horse drawn, plus great fun!

Suitable for both adults and children (from 8 years old), provided they can use a drag lift. Winter pony trekking, in the snow, on the forest roads is also available.

What to bring

Ski included but remember to take your ski boots!

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