La Source


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Why do we like them?

Saskia and Duncan at La Source are fast building a reputation for offering the most welcoming and unique of mountain holidays. We shan't say to much as we haven't had the pleasure of visiting yet. It won't be long before we do though. La Source were at the top of our 'wanted' list and we can't wait to check out their stunning eco lodge and head out for day's ski touring in the brilliant terrain around Samoens with them.



What do they say?

Duncan and I have been involved in the Outdoors and Adventure sports, professionally for a LONG TIME!

We LOVE what we do and are passionate about people, adventure and growth!

La Source is a low energy and eco-renovated 1865 Farm that opened in May 2009.

In the summer we run multi-adventure (design your own), rock climbing and yoga weeks.

In the winter, La Source is an eco-ski Lodge where you can come and stay or join a course.

There is a big environmental movement now, but we feel that to be truly effective, it needs to come with a deep shift in consciousness. We need to realise the interconnection between all things and this means tapping into our own Source!

La Source has been described as an 'Adventure Sports Ashram'.

Your body is nourished with lovingly prepared organic, local and vegetarian food and lots of physical activity and rest.

Your mind is soothed by the beauty and immenseness of the environment and spacious simplicity of the architecture.

Your soul finds space to breathe, away from the business of daily life. Yoga, meditation, relaxation in the wood fired hot tub under the stars, and being in the mountains helps get you in touch with yourself.

Duncan was founding director or Ratho, EICC, the largest climbing arena in the world. He runs Adventure Concepts Ltd, and presents the Adventure Show for BBC Scotland.

Saskia was a lead Outward Bound Instructor in USA, South Africa and Costa Rica for 5 years
Saskia is a qualified Sivananda Yoga teacher Yoga Alliance accredited

We only work with UIAGM guides or guides and instructors that are legal and accredited in France with Brevet D'etat's in their areas.

the low down:

  • Specialists in:
    More Adventures
    canyon, cave/pothole, multi activity, fitness breaks, yoga, horseride
    Aerial
    paraglide/parapent
    Wild Places
    wilderness
    Snow
    snowshoe, speed ride/para ski, x-country/nordic ski, snow kite, ski tour & telemark, ski & board
    Walk + Hike
    walking and hiking
    Rock + Ice
    alpine climb, ski mountaineer, mountaineer, rock climb, ice climb
    Water
    raft
    Bike
    x-country, downhill, road
  • Head/Booking Office(s) in: Samoens, The Alps
  • Operating in: Europe, France
  • Languages spoken: English, French
  • Services provided: Accommodation, Inclusive Packages, Tuition / Schools, Guided Tours & Expeditions
  • Have been operating for: 20 years
  • Financial protection:
  • Environmental / Social awards or certifications: Partner with Respect the Mountain Eligible for Minergie (eco house) accreditation.


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Sustainability

Read more about our current policies and what we are doing next.


Our Current Policies


Our Future Action Plan

  • We want to install solar panels on the roof for our hot water.
  • We want to have 90% of all of our supplies coming from local, organic suppliers.
  • We want to grow more of our fruit and veg.