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Two children balancing on a wooden raft crossing an alpine lake with the Matterhorn rising behind them on a summer day in Zermatt

ZERMATT FAMILY ACTIVITY GUIDING

Discover Family Adventures with Private Local Guides

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

FULL DAY 

LOW SEASON

CHF 450

HIGH SEASON

CHF 450

09:00 - 15:00

Perfect for

A full day of family adventures

Activities tailored to every age

Activities tailored to every age

Time for lunch and breaks

HALF DAY 

LOW SEASON

CHF 250

HIGH SEASON

CHF 250

Flexible

Perfect for

Perfect for younger children

Flexible around nap times

Flexible around nap times

Create lasting memories

CONCIERGE UPGRADE

Take the guesswork away and include any of the following alongside your guided days.

Lift passes arranged

Ski rental equipment

Private transfers or rail tickets

Restaurant reservations and management

Unique mountain experiences

A guest being guided by an instructor at the top of a treetop zip wire platform in a forest adventure park in Zermatt in summer

Designed Around the Best of Zermatt

SIGNATURE GUIDED EXPERIENCES

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.

A family with young children watching a marmot beside an easy summer trail above Zermatt with a Mountain Company guide
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Family Wildlife Safari

A gentle family walk looking for marmots, chamois and ibex, with binoculars, stories and a picnic at the end.

✓  Spot marmots, chamois and ibex
✓  Easy trail, paced for young children
✓  Picnic stop and stories along the way

Children playing at a mountain playground above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the background on a summer day
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Kids' Alpine Adventure Day

A short hike, a mountain playground, the Gornergrat train and a paddle in a lake, all in one day built for kids.

✓  Hike, playground, train and lake
✓  Everything paced and planned for children
✓  Lunch, tickets and logistics handled

A family with young children walking a themed discovery trail above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the distance
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Zermatt Discovery Trail

An easy themed trail for curious children, with puzzle stations, animal tracks and a playground with a view at the end.

✓  Themed trail with stations and stories
✓  Short and flat, from around age four
✓  Finishes at a playground with views

A family enjoying a picnic on the alpine meadow at Riffelberg with the Matterhorn directly in front of them
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Riffelberg Family Picnic

A slow, easy day at Riffelberg, gentle meadow trails and a picnic with the Matterhorn straight ahead. Your guide brings the food.

✓  Picnic with a full Matterhorn view
✓  Gentle meadow trails, suits all ages
✓  Picnic and train tickets arranged

stunning winter chalet in Zermatt light up as the night draws in

Looking for the Complete Experience?

Explore our tailored holidays.

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

Saartje, ski guide at The Mountain Company, smiling in front of the Matterhorn in Zermatt

Saartje de Deckere

Jacob Wells, founder of The Mountain Company, smiling in front of the Matterhorn in Zermatt

Jacob Wells

Mountain Company guide giving a thumbs up in front of the Matterhorn on a sunny day in Zermatt

Matthew Grundy

Sam Warren, ski instructor at The Mountain Company in Zermatt

Sam Warren

Corinne Buff, ski instructor at The Mountain Company in Zermatt

Corinne Buff

Dāvis, ski guide at The Mountain Company, smiling in a ski gondola

Dāvis Vaivods

Mountain Company guide gesturing towards the Matterhorn in branded orange jacket on a bluebird day in Zermatt

Richard McCarroll

Daniel, ski guide at The Mountain Company, smiling in front of the Matterhorn in Zermatt

Dan O’Dor

Why Book a Private Family Guide in Zermatt?

Family Days, Made Easy

Planning a day that works for children and adults alike is not always simple, especially in a new place. That is where we come in. We organise and guide days built entirely around your family, handling the logistics, the timing, and the little details, so you get to relax and enjoy the time together.

With a local guide who knows the best family-friendly spots and how to keep younger adventurers smiling, every day runs smoothly and everyone goes home happy.

: Two people laughing as they sledge down a snow slope with the Matterhorn standing sharply against a blue winter sky above Zermatt

When to Go

Summer in Zermatt

Our family guiding days run through the summer season, when Zermatt's forest parks, trails, and mountain attractions are open and at their best. It is the perfect time for families to explore and adventure together.

What to Expect

A Day Built Around Your Family

Our family days are private and completely flexible. We can plan a packed day of activities, a relaxed morning of fun, or a mix of adventure and downtime, whatever suits your family best. We can include lunch stops, lift tickets, and activities as part of a complete package, or simply provide an expert local guide to lead the day.

Two children balancing on a wooden raft crossing an alpine lake with the Matterhorn rising behind them on a summer day in Zermatt

What Makes Zermatt So Special for Families?

Unforgettable Days for the Whole Family

Zermatt is one of the most magical places to explore as a family, and sharing it together is what makes it special. From the excitement on your children's faces at the forest fun park to gentle adventures beneath the Matterhorn, every day is filled with the kind of moments families remember long after the holiday ends. With a local guide taking care of everything, you are free to simply enjoy it all together.

READY FOR ADVENTURE?

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Tell us who is coming and what you are hoping for, and we will design the perfect hiking day for your group.

The Matterhorn sits in golden hour as the sun sets and the clouds draw in

WHY THE MOUNTAIN COMPANY

Private Guiding. Personal Service. Unforgettable Mountain Days.

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LOCAL EXPERTS

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

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SAFETY FIRST

Your Safety is our priority. We are certified

and mountain safety trained.

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TAILORED TO YOU

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

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MEMORIES THAT LAST

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

What kind of activities do you do on a family day?

We can guide you through the forest fun park, explore adventure trails, spot mountain wildlife, ride the lifts to viewpoints, and enjoy gentle kid-friendly hikes, all shaped around your family.

What ages is it suitable for?

All ages. From toddlers to teenagers, we tailor the day to your children's ages, energy, and interests, so everyone has a brilliant time.

Can you handle different ages in one group?

Yes, that is exactly what we are good at. We shape the day so younger children and older kids are all engaged and happy.

Do you include activities and tickets?

We can include lunch stops, lift tickets, and activities as part of a complete package, or simply provide an expert local guide to lead the day.

When do family guiding days run?

Our family guiding days run through the summer season, when Zermatt's forest parks, trails, and mountain attractions are open and at their best.

THE DETAILS

Everything You Need to Know

Perfectly groomed corduroy ski piste at Zermatt with a ski lift and Alpine peaks in the background

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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