Objective 3000 at Mont Buet
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From 420.00 €
About the Objectif 3000 trek on Mont Buet
Enjoy 3 days of great hiking in a wild and grandiose massif, culminating in the ascent of Mont Buet to 3,096 m! Located in the Chamonix valley, the Aiguilles Rouges massif offers a magnificent playground for lovers of nature and freedom. In addition to the beauty of its landscapes, this superb area is classified as a nature reserve, and boasts a flourishing fauna and flora.
A short but intense journey awaits you on this itinerary, in which we focus on wilderness trails, off-piste activities and the massif’s forgotten passes.
You will leave with :
Pierrick
Trekking Guide
“The most important thing for me is to allow walkers to discover new places, new cultures and to exchange with the locals.”
Photo gallery of the Objectif 3000 trek on Mont Buet
The route of the Objectif 3000 trek on Mont Buet
Upcoming departures
What's included in the formula
- Supervision by a state-qualified mountain leader
- Overnight stays as described in the program
- Half-board in the accommodation indicated in the program
- Picnics at lunchtime in refuges
- The shower in the first refuge
What's not included in the package
- Personal hiking equipment (clothes, 50L rucksack, shoes, sleeping bag…)
- Cancellation and repatriation assistance insurance, to be purchased at the time of booking.
- Transportation to and from the trailhead (carpooling or train possible)
- Beverages other than water at the table
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Everything not indicated in the price includes.
Day 1: Ascent to mountain pastures
We meet at the Servoz train station at the entrance to the Chamonix valley at 8:30 am. We take advantage of the small paths in the Servoz forest to gain altitude and reach the chalets of Pormenaz. The horizon stretches out, giving us a spectacular panorama of the Mont-Blanc massif and the Aravis mountains. The climb continues to Lac de Pormenaz (1,945 m), nestled in a green setting against the imposing rocks of Les Fiz. We arrive at the refuge in the afternoon.
Day 2: Ascent of Mont Buet
7 hours’ walk – Overnight in refuge – D+: 1,370 m / D-: 1,435 m
We leave the refuge early in the morning, heading for the Col de Salenton (2,526 m) via the Villy valley and its chalets. The ascent in these calm, unspoilt surroundings is a great warm-up. We reach the col before starting our ascent of Mont Buet. Leaving the alpine pastures behind, a pretty path leads us gradually up through scree and boulders to the summit. It’s not unusual to have to cross névés even late in the season.
At the summit we enjoy a 360° view of the neighbouring massifs: Mont-Blanc, the Aravis mountains, the peaks of the Swiss Valais…
We follow the same path down to the Col de Salenton before turning off towards the Vallon de Bérard, where we spend the night in a warm, rustic refuge.
Day 3: Aiguilles Rouges traverse
6 hours 30 mins walk – D+: 770 m / D-: 1725 m
One last fine day’s walking awaits us. We climb to the Col de Bérard and make a magnificent off-trail descent to the Pont d’Arlevé before heading back up to the Moëde Anterne refuge. We then reach Servoz on a pleasant, little-traveled trail.
Depending on the weather and the group’s wishes, the guide can also suggest easy access to the village of Le Buet and Servoz by local train.
Highlights of the trip
General information
SAFETY
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The information contained on the website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs is subject to change and is given for guidance only. Please note that no region of the world or country can be considered safe from the risk of terrorism.
REGISTRATION
By post:
Ask us for a registration form
- by phone: 06 65 93 29 29
- or e-mail: contact@watse.fr
Send us your registration with a copy of your passport, your postal address, telephone number and e-mail address, together with a deposit of 30% of the cost of the trip.
Also, if you wish to take out a Comfort or Comfort Multirisk cancellation insurance policy, this must be paid at the same time as the deposit when you register. You can consult our insurance contracts on our website.
By internet:
Book your holiday directly on our website: directly on the holiday page, choosing your dates and insurance options.
ATTENTION: air fares will be maintained until 3 months before departure and may be readjusted if necessary if you book during this period.
ASSISTANCE AND SAFETY
We strongly advise you to take out assistance insurance for the duration of your trip.
We offer two different types of insurance: Comfort Cancellation and Comfort Multirisk, to be taken out when you register for your trip.
Details of this insurance are available on request or can be viewed by by clicking here.
Other offers include Mondial Assistance, your own insurance company or Club Alpin Français. Check that your trekking activity is covered.
Make sure your insurance covers all medical expenses in the event of an accident.
You must make sure that you are covered for mountain rescue costs. If this is the case, you must provide us with the following information before you set off on your trek:
- a certificate from the insurance company covering mountain rescue costs.
- the contract number and telephone number of the assistance center
Beware of restrictive clauses in certain insurance policies (particularly those linked to Visa Premier, Gold or other cards), such as mountain insurance limited to snow activities, or altitude sickness not recognized as an illness requiring repatriation, which will be refused.
Please check the actual content of your insurance and take the necessary steps if necessary.
Health & climate
JET LAG
No time difference.
CLIMATE
Summer and winter alike, temperatures in the mountains vary according to altitude, and the way they feel can change greatly depending on weather conditions and wind intensity. It’s a good idea to equip yourself with multi-purpose clothing, and not to skip out on certain warm and/or multi-purpose items.
HEALTH AND VACCINES
No vaccinations required.
We strongly recommend that you are up to date with the usual vaccinations: diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
We recommend that you have a check-up with your dentist before you leave.
IFREMMONT
No specific indications.
Transport and conditions
Departure point to be agreed according to your means of transport.
You can carpool from the Watse Trekking agency located a stone’s throw from the Saint-Gervais les Bains le Fayet SNCF train station, or meet directly at the Servoz train station in the Chamonix valley.
AIR
No specific indications.
LUGGAGE
You carry your own belongings throughout your stay.
The stay
MEALS
3 picnics, 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts.
If you have a special diet, please let us know as soon as possible.
ACCOMMODATION
2 nights in rustic but cosy mountain huts.
TRAINING
Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader.
Practical info
ELECTRICITY
In mountain huts, the electricity grid is not available everywhere. Electricity is often generated on site. So pack your batteries for the whole stay.
FORMALITIES AND VISA
No visa required for French nationals and citizens of bordering countries.
BUDGET, CHANGE AND TIPS
Meals not included in the supplement (cold drinks, snacks, etc.) and the loan of bivouac equipment are included in the price of the stay. Tipping is not compulsory and should reflect your satisfaction with the team.
Watse added value
SUPERVISED BY A WATSE PROFESSIONAL
During this stay, enjoy the unique experience of itinerant hiking supervised by a professional Watse guide with a passion for the mountains!
AN EXCLUSIVE WATSE STAY
This itinerant hiking trip has been designed by a guide from the Mont-Blanc valley. Depending on conditions, we adapt the itinerary to offer you the best experience.
AN UNFORGETTABLE CLIMB
Enjoy the unique experience of climbing to over 3,000m in the heart of a legendary mountain range!