The resorts of Les Arcs offer some great off-skis experiences that can be enjoyed by everyone from the thrilling to the relaxing here are some ideas to enhance your stay in the resort:
Scenic Helicopter Flights – See the Vanoise National Park and the neighboring ski areas of the 3 Valleys and Espace Killy from the air or take a longer flight and see the peaks of the Mont Blanc range. Flights from 10 minutes to 1 hour are available.
Mille 8 Aquatic & Fitness Centre – Located in Les Arcs 1800 there are indoor and outdoor pools as well as slides, waterfalls, water jets, bubble baths and gym, fitness center, and spa facilities.
Snowshoe Outings – You will find guided half-day snowshoe walks in all the Les Arcs resorts or get the local walking map and set out on your own. Racquettes can be hired from most ski shops and take or hire your ski poles.
Mountaineering – Have a 1-day mountaineering session with a professional mountain guide and scale Mont Pourri, which at a height of 12398 feet (3,779 m) is the 2nd highest peak in the Vanoise Park.
Igloo Dining – Enjoy a (chilled) drink and a Savoyard fondue in the Igloo Village where you can also stay the night. Meet at the Arcabulle chairlift or the Cabriolet cable car and then take a short snowshoe walk to the Igloo.
Laser Quest – a 260m2 space to enjoy a game of laser quest in Arc 1800.
Bowling – You will find bowling alleys in Arc 1800 and Arc 2000.
Husky Sledding – Learn to mush with a pack of dogs starting from Arc 1950. There are night rides and ‘magic rides’ for children under 5 years also available.
Ski Joering – Discover the classic sport of horse-drawn skiing. Available in Arc 1600 and Arc 1800.
Ice Skating – There is a natural outdoor ice rink in Arc 2000.
Toboggan Run – Try the purpose built luge run in the Mille 8 area above Arc 1800. Pick your sled model and helmet and then take the Villards telecabin to the start of the track of the 900m downhill course. There are banked turns with sections through the trees and finish in a tunnel section, all accompanied by a light and sound show
Speed Skiing – There is a speed riding school in Arc 2000, where you can hit the powder with a small paragliding sail on your back to get some really big air on your descent. You need to be confident on your skis but don’t need to be an expert.