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ZERMATT SNOWSHOEING & WINTER HIKING

Discover Zermatt’s Winter Trails with Private Local Guides

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

FULL DAY 

LOW SEASON

CHF 565

HIGH SEASON

CHF 620

09:00 - 15:00

Perfect for

Explore peaceful winter landscapes

Relaxed pace with plenty of flexibility

Discover hidden winter trails

Time for a cosy mountain lunch

HALF DAY 

LOW SEASON

CHF 325

HIGH SEASON

CHF 380

09:00 - 12:00 or 13:00 - 16:00

Perfect for

Perfect for winter walks

Ideal for families

Flexible around your plans

Enjoy spectacular scenery

ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE

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

Three people snowshoeing through a snow-covered alpine pine forest on a winter guided walk

SIGNATURE 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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WINTER

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
✓ Best for confident intermediate to advanced skiers

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WINTER

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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SUMMER

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

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SUMMER

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

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

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

Jacob Wells

Co founder

Bio

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

Matthew Grundy

Co founder

Bio

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

Richard McCarroll

Local Guide

Bio

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

Dan O’Dor

Local Guide

Bio

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Why book a private snowshoeing guide in Zermatt?

The Quiet Side of the Mountain

Snowshoeing is one of the most beautiful and accessible ways to experience the Alps in winter. No lifts, no crowds, just fresh air, untouched snow, and some of the finest scenery in Switzerland. A guide takes care of the route and the navigation, choosing trails that match your group and sharing the mountain's quieter corners along the way.

It is the perfect escape for non-skiers, a relaxed day away from the slopes, or simply anyone who wants to slow down and take in where they are.

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When to Go

The Zermatt Winter Season

Our guided snowshoe tours run through the winter season, when fresh snow transforms the trails into a peaceful winter wonderland. Whenever you visit within the season, we will help you experience the quiet beauty of the mountains at their best.

What to Expect

Half-Day and Full-Day Tours

We offer both half-day and full-day guided snowshoe tours, tailored to your group and kept flexible around the conditions and what you would like from the day. Whether it is a gentle morning out or a full day exploring deeper into the winter landscape, we design the route to suit.

A group of guests walking through a snow-covered alpine forest during a guided winter walk in Zermatt

What makes snowshoeing in Zermatt so special?

Untouched Trails, Iconic Views

Away from the busy pistes, Zermatt reveals a quieter, more magical side. You follow snow-laden forest paths and open winter trails, with the Matterhorn rising ahead and only the sound of snow underfoot. With a local guide, you discover the routes and viewpoints most visitors never find, and learn a little about the mountains and valley as you go.

READY TO EXPLORE?

Book Your Guided Snowshoe Tour

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

Why book a private snowshoeing guide in Zermatt?

The Quiet Side of the Mountain

Snowshoeing is one of the most beautiful and accessible ways to experience the Alps in winter. No lifts, no crowds, just fresh air, untouched snow, and some of the finest scenery in Switzerland. A guide takes care of the route and the navigation, choosing trails that match your group and sharing the mountain's quieter corners along the way.

It is the perfect escape for non-skiers, a relaxed day away from the slopes, or simply anyone who wants to slow down and take in where they are.

Close-up of a person wearing snowshoes walking through a snowy forest in winter

When to Go

The Zermatt Winter Season

Our guided snowshoe tours run through the winter season, when fresh snow transforms the trails into a peaceful winter wonderland. Whenever you visit within the season, we will help you experience the quiet beauty of the mountains at their best.

What to Expect

Half-Day and Full-Day Tours

We offer both half-day and full-day guided snowshoe tours, tailored to your group and kept flexible around the conditions and what you would like from the day. Whether it is a gentle morning out or a full day exploring deeper into the winter landscape, we design the route to suit.

What makes snowshoeing in Zermatt so special?

Untouched Trails, Iconic Views

Away from the busy pistes, Zermatt reveals a quieter, more magical side. You follow snow-laden forest paths and open winter trails, with the Matterhorn rising ahead and only the sound of snow underfoot. With a local guide, you discover the routes and viewpoints most visitors never find, and learn a little about the mountains and valley as you go.

A group of guests walking through a snow-covered alpine forest during a guided winter walk in Zermatt

READY TO EXPLORE?

Book Your Guided Snowshoe Tour

Tell us who is coming and what you are hoping for, and we will design the perfect snowshoe 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

Your Questions, Answered

Do I need experience to go snowshoeing?

Not at all. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Our guided tours suit all levels and ages, and we tailor the pace and distance to your group.

Is it suitable for children and families?

Not at all. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Our guided tours suit all levels and ages, and we tailor the pace and distance to your group.

Are snowshoes provided?

Not at all. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Our guided tours suit all levels and ages, and we tailor the pace and distance to your group.

How long are the tours?

Not at all. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Our guided tours suit all levels and ages, and we tailor the pace and distance to your group.

When can I go snowshoeing?

Not at all. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Our guided tours suit all levels and ages, and we tailor the pace and distance to your group.
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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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