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PRIVATE GUIDING IN ZERMATT

Discover The Mountains with a Private Local Guide

Explore more. Worry less. Our local guides create unforgettable days on the mountain with insider knowledge, seamless planning, and a focus on your experience.

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Ski Resort Guiding

Ski Zermatt like an insider — our local guides take you straight to the best snow, runs and lunch spots.

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Private Ski Lessons

Build confidence faster with private ski lessons tailored to your goals and ability. Expert instructors guide every step.

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Off Piste Guiding

Discover Zermatt's incredible off-piste terrain with experienced guides — explore safely and build confidence beyond the pistes.

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Snowboard Guiding

Ride Zermatt's best slopes without the guesswork. Our local snowboard guides show you the mountain, safely and stress-free.

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Snowshoe & Winter Hiking

Explore Zermatt's peaceful winter landscapes and hidden trails, safely and comfortably, with our local guides.

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Hiking Guiding

Hike Zermatt's most spectacular trails with local guides who handle the routes, the pace and the planning.

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E-Mountain Bike Guiding

Go further on an e-mountain bike. Our local guides lead you along Zermatt's most scenic routes, stress-free.

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Downhill MTB Guiding

Drop into Zermatt's best downhill trails with local guides who know every line — more riding, zero route-hunting.

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Sightseeing Guided Days

See the very best of Zermatt in one seamless day — local guides, iconic views, unforgettable moments.

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Family Activity Guiding

Family adventures made easy. Our local guides create fun mountain days for every age and ability.

WINTER

SUMMER

PRIVATE GUIDING OPTIONS

Zermatt Guiding For Every Kind of Adventure

From your first day finding your feet on the slopes to skiing across the border into Italy, our private guiding in Zermatt spans ski guiding, off-piste days, private lessons, and summer hikes, each one led by a local mountain guide who shapes the day around your level, your goals, and the conditions on the mountain.

SIGNATURE GUIDED EXPERIENCES

Guided Experiences Designed Around the Best of Zermatt

Beyond the slopes and the trails, there's a whole side of Zermatt worth making room for. Heli-tours over the Matterhorn, a husky ride through fresh snow, an afternoon on the curling rink, the scenic train up to Gornergrat, or a slow spa day once your legs have earned it. We arrange the lot, summer and winter, and fit it around the rest of your week.

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A Taste of Italy Adventure

Cross the border into Italy on skis and experience a completely different side of the Alps. Enjoy scenic descents, quieter slopes, and a memorable mountain lunch before returning to Zermatt with your private guide.

✓ Guided ski route into Cervinia
✓ Scenic Italian mountain lunch
✓ For confident intermediate to advanced

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First Day in Zermatt

The perfect introduction to Zermatt for first time visitors. Learn the mountain, understand the lift system, discover the best ski areas for your ability, and start your holiday with confidence and local insight.

✓ Resort orientation and lift guidance
✓ Terrain matched to your ability
✓ Local tips for dining and key routes

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Alpine E-Bike Explorer

Discover more of the mountains with a guided e-bike adventure through scenic alpine trails, hidden villages, and breathtaking viewpoints, with routes tailored to your pace and ability.

✓ Scenic alpine trails and villages
✓ Routes tailored to your ability
✓ Optional mountain lunch stop

SUMMER

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Five Lakes Signature Hike

Explore one of Zermatt’s most beautiful hiking routes with a private guide, passing crystal clear alpine lakes, iconic Matterhorn viewpoints, and finishing with a memorable mountain lunch.

✓ Matterhorn reflection viewpoints
✓ Private guide and flexible pace
✓ Optional mountain lunch

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GUEST EXPERIENCES

Trusted By Guests From Around The World

From the USA and Europe to the Middle East and beyond, our guests return year after year for seamless family ski holidays, unforgettable alpine adventures, and fully tailored stays in Zermatt. With local expertise, personal planning, and genuine care throughout every trip.

MEET THE TEAM

Local Experts Who Live The Mountains

Jacob Wells

Co founder

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Matthew Grundy

Co founder

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Richard McCarroll

Local Guide

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Dan O’Dor

Local Guide

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GET TO KNOW THE TEAM

WHY THE MOUNTAIN COMPANY

Private Guiding. Personal Service. Unforgettable Mountain Days.

LOCAL EXPERTS

Our guides live here, work here, and know these mountains like no one else

SAFETY FIRST

Your Safety is our priority. We are certified

and mountain safety trained.

TAILORED TO YOU

Every day is designed around your goals, ability, and interests

MEMORIES THAT LAST

We don't just show you the mountains, we help you create memories to remember

Your Questions, Answered

How do I book?

The easiest way is our enquiry form on the website, or reach us directly by email at info@themountaincompany.ch or by WhatsApp and phone on +41 78 307 88 95. We will confirm availability and next steps within 24 hours or by the next working day.

How is a holiday booking confirmed?

After your free consultation you receive an itemised proposal. Your booking is confirmed with a deposit at the time of booking, with the full balance due 35 days before your holiday start date.

What is your cancellation policy?

For holidays, cancellations made 35 days or more before the start date are eligible for a full refund, excluding the planning fee. Some accommodation and services carry their own terms, which are always clearly stated on your proposal before you confirm. Guiding and lessons have their own cancellation terms, shared at the time of booking.

How can I pay?

You can pay by bank transfer, our preferred method, or directly through our WeTravel booking platform, including in your own currency. Card payments carry a small processing fee shown at checkout. We also offer a split-payment option for larger bookings.

How far in advance should I book?

As early as you can, especially for peak weeks such as Christmas, February, and the summer holidays, when availability is limited. That said, do get in touch even at short notice and we will always do our best to help.

What does your summer guiding service offer?

Just like winter, but in the green season. Private guiding across all our summer activities, designed to show you the best of Zermatt and give you seamless, effortless days in the mountains.

What summer activities do you offer?

Our summer offering includes private hiking, e-bike guiding, downhill mountain biking, sightseeing days, and family guiding. Every experience is private and shaped around your group.

Do you provide equipment for summer activities?

We can add equipment to a tailored package at an extra cost. Because it depends on the number of people, ages, and the activity, we give a tailored quote for each individual booking. Bikes and cycling equipment are arranged through a trusted local partner.

Do you cater to all levels and ages?

Yes. From relaxed family days and gentle hikes to more challenging routes and descents, every activity is tailored to the individual or group, so everyone enjoys their day at the right pace.

When does the summer season run?

Our summer guiding and activities run from June to the end of September, when the trails are open and the mountains are at their most beautiful.

What does your winter guiding service offer?

Private guiding across all our winter activities, designed to show you around Zermatt and make sure you have the best and most seamless days on the mountain. We keep it easy for you, so all you have to do is enjoy it.

Are your winter guides qualified?

Yes. Our guides are highly qualified and are instructors as well, bringing real experience and a genuine love of the mountains to every day, so you are always in expert hands.

What winter activities do you offer?

Our winter offering includes private ski resort guiding, ski lessons, snowboard guiding and lessons, off-piste guiding, and snowshoeing. Every session is private and tailored to you or your group.

Do you cater to all levels and ages?

Absolutely. From complete beginners and children to advanced skiers and riders, every session is tailored to the individual or group, so everyone gets the most from their day.

When does the winter season run?

Our winter guiding and lessons run through the season, from December to around mid-April, when Zermatt offers some of the most reliable high-altitude snow in the Alps.

Start Planning Your Mountain Journey

Tell us what kind of holiday experience you are looking for and we will help design the perfect trip.

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