Mountain Bike & Bike CAMP
8 - 16 years old. 1, 2, 3 and 4 weeks possible.
PRE-REGISTRATION FOR CAMPS (FREE OF CHARGE)
Book a place in the camps for free!
The Mountain Bike and Bike Camp in a nutshell:
- Every morning: enjoy mountain bike tours adapted to every level: from beginners to experts, explore the alpine trails while developing your technical skills.
- In the afternoon: The adrenaline continues with group activities such as kayaking, rock climbing, football, and more, always under the supervision of our experienced guides. The camp also offers magical nights under the stars for a total immersion in nature!
A Cocktail of Activities for All Tastes
In addition to cycling and mountain biking. Whether you’re passionate about team sports, rock climbing, camping, or exploring, our camp has something for everyone. Immerse yourself in a range of thrilling activities, including football, volleyball, kayaking, caving, and much more. With the help of our expert guides, you’ll discover the joys of outdoor adventure in a safe and fun environment. On the chalet in Les Diablerets everything is possible!
Bilingual: English and French
Within our summer camp, the Young Explorers Club celebrates cultural and linguistic immersion by offering an exceptional bilingual experience. Participants have the unique opportunity to speak, learn and practice English and French, in a natural and international setting. Our approach allows every young explorer to fully immerse themselves in both languages, enriching their educational experience while indulging in outdoor adventures.
Camp location: Les Diablerets, Switzerland.
Chalet Budokan (in Les Diablerets, Switzerland) offers the perfect setting for an adventure-filled summer camp. Designed with comfort and adventure in mind, this traditional Swiss chalet offers comfortable accommodation with modern amenities, ensuring a relaxing and welcoming retreat after days of outdoor excitement.
Participants Suisses
- 10% OFF: 2+ participants.
- All Inclusive: Activities, etc.
Participants Internationaux
- 10% OFF: 2+ participants.
- All Inclusive: Activities, etc.
More info:
Dates
The camp takes place in several independent sessions of 1 week (although we recommend participation over several weeks since the program varies and this is what the majority of participants do). Find below
the FAMILY / GROUP DISCOUNTS.
Price (per week and participant):
Swiss participant: 980CHF**. International participant: 1350CHF**.
Dates:
Session 1: 29.06.25 – 6.07.25
Session 2: 6.07.25 – 13.07.25
Session 3: 13.07.25 – 20.07.25
Session 4: 20.07.25 – 27.08.25
Session 5: 27.07.25 – 03.08.25
Session 6: 03.08.25 – 10.08.25
Session 7: 10.08.25 – 17.08.25
More details:
* Participants may arrive or leave the camp on slightly different dates (depending on logistics and location), contact us for more information. Attendees can participate in one or more consecutive sessions. And for those who want longer camps, we have other camps too (participation in multiple sessions is possible).
**Thanks to the help of our local sponsors, we are able to provide a discounted price to all Swiss nationals. The mentioned price includes all costs of the participant during the camp period, i.e. all public or private transport during the camp, food, accommodation costs, and any common group equipment (tents and any other equipment related to the activities, harness and climbing equipment). Not included: Round-trip transportation to the meeting point and any personal equipment (sleeping bag (contact us if you need it), clothing and other personal expenses). NOT INCLUDED BIKE RENTAL PRICE
FAMILY/GROUP DISCOUNTS: In order to promote the camp to a wider range of families (who might also share our values), we are able to offer a 20% discount on all bookings if they join a friend or family member. This means that if you register two or more participants, each of those registrations will be 20% cheaper.
LOCATION AND LOCATION
Logistics
Points system during the camp
Ages & Languages
We offer this camp in 2 versions, one for 8 – 12 year olds (activities adapted to needs) and the other for 13 – 16 year olds. The participants will all be in the same chalet but some activities will take place differently. For participants aged 15 to 18, we offer our innovative, youth-friendly leadership program, offering a unique blend of camp participation and a specialized program. This program is designed to foster the development of technical and soft skills through a series of activities, workshops, and hands-on leadership opportunities. We believe in bringing together an international community, which is why the languages spoken at the camp are French and English, which is what we have seen from our past experience and the huge benefit of mixing Francophones and Anglophones and learning from both groups.
Why should I attend this camp?
Programme of activities
What physical condition should I be in?
Since we will be participating in different outdoor activities throughout the trip, our students must have a minimum of physical fitness to participate in the camp. But in our experience, this is the case for 95% of young people between 9 and 16 years old! In the months leading up to your trip, we recommend that you participate in physical activity at least once a week if you are not already doing so. Contact us if in doubt, we will be happy to guide you to the best camp.
What equipment should I bring?
Learning outcomes from this trip:
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Outdoor Survival & Camping Skills
- First Aid and Emergency Preparedness
- Environmental Awareness and Conservation
- Personal Values and Ethical Decision-Making
- Cultural understanding and respect for diversity
- Fitness & Healthy Habits
- Citizenship and Community Service
- The ultimate goal is to help our participants become responsible and well-rounded individuals, ready to make a positive impact in the world.
What if I don't know anyone else?
Most of our students come to Young Explorers Club without knowing anyone before their trip. You’ll start making friends as soon as you arrive at the airport (and our instructors will be there to help). Once the journey is over, you won’t want to leave your new community! Most of our students remain friends long after their summer is over. We firmly believe that life is about having new experiences and making the most of every moment. However, we also recognize that the most meaningful experiences often require stepping out of our comfort zones and venturing away from familiar surroundings. When we do this, we find ourselves in unfamiliar and challenging environments, which forces us to fully engage with our surroundings and truly live in the moment. These new places and situations often bring new perspectives and can inspire us to continue seeking out new experiences that push us to grow and broaden our horizons.
What are the other students like?
The teenagers who come to the Young Explorers Club are kind, welcoming, eager to learn and come from all over Switzerland, France, USA and elsewhere. Our groups are full of positive young adults who will work well with each other. Young Explorers Club places a strong emphasis on group dynamics and creating a supportive social environment, and our students reflect this.
Safety: Is this camp safe?
During each activity, all preventive safety measures are in place and strictly followed. To see all our safety measures and protocols, please visit our dedicated page: SECURITY & TEAM.
Do you have any other questions?
We believe in human-to-human interaction: write to us via our contact methods (https://youngexplorersclub.ch/contact/) and schedule a call or meeting with one of our employees. We will be happy to answer any doubts or questions you may have. Or find the list of all frequently asked questions on FAQs.
