Experience 01 — Valais
Trout of Valais.
Fly fishing in the torrents, alpine rivers and mountain lakes of Valais, and float tube fishing on the canton's lakes. Departure from the Martigny area possible depending on the chosen sector.
A — Alpine rivers
Read the clear water of a torrent, and lay a fly on it.
The rivers of Valais run cold and crystal clear between boulders, gorges and larch forests. We look for brown trout on the fly: discreet approach, reading the current lines, a clean drift. Depending on the sector and season, nymph, dry fly or streamer. The experience speaks to seasoned anglers while staying accessible to beginners: the technique adapts to your level.
- Crystal-clear water, torrents and mountain rivers
- Reading the water, approach, fly choice
- Discovering the fauna and aquatic habitats
- Full day, or half day depending on the sector
Prices
Indicative conversion at today's rate — invoicing is in Swiss francs.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Half day | CHF 210 |
| Full day (7 h) | CHF 390 |
| Group / 3 pers. and more | On request |
Prices in Swiss francs, VAT included. Groups, companies and special formats on request.
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B — Mountain lakes
Walk first, then fish, where nothing makes a sound.
An approach hike, a lake above 2,000 metres, wary salmonids in transparent water, and the high mountains all around. This day blends physical effort, contemplation and fishing. Difficulty and walking time vary with the site; weather, season and cantonal regulations decide the programme. I guarantee neither a catch nor access to a specific sector: the mountain is in charge.
- Approach hike matched to your fitness
- Trout, char or lake trout depending on the lake and the species present
- Fly or light lure depending on the water
- Two-day format with a night in a hut or bivouac possible
On request
Each lake calls for a different organisation (access, elevation gain, permit). Tell me what you have in mind and your level: I propose a sector and a price.
C — Float tube on the lakes of Valais
The lake at eye level, free to move.
Seated in a float tube, propelled by fins, you leave the shore in silence, follow the edges, cross to a point or a drop-off out of reach on foot, and stop exactly where you want. We fish with lures or on the fly depending on the water, the season and the species present; the lake is chosen together according to the period and cantonal regulations. I am on the water with you all day: briefing and familiarisation at the shore, life jacket worn at all times, trip postponed free of charge if wind or storms come in. It is the most immersive experience I offer, accessible from the very first outing.
- Free movement over the whole lake, silent approach at water level
- Lures or fly depending on the lake and the season; reading the relief, positioning, drift
- Float tube, fishing gear and life jacket provided
- Certified guide on the water at all times, cantonal regulations respected
Prices
Indicative conversion at today's rate — invoicing is in Swiss francs.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Full day (7 h) | CHF 390 |
| Half day | On request |
| Group / 3 pers. and more | On request |
Prices in Swiss francs, VAT included. Half days, groups, companies and special formats on request.
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Good to know
- Included: guiding, full fly fishing gear (rod, reel, line, flies, waders depending on sector). Float tube: float tube, gear and life jacket provided.
- Not included: cantonal fishing permit (day permit), meals, travel to the sector — I tell you where and how to get the permit.
- Safety: in case of flooding, storms, strong wind or dangerous conditions, the trip is postponed free of charge.
- Season: trout season from spring to autumn, mountain lakes from June to October depending on snow. Mountain lakes are on request only.
- Float tube: bring clothing suited to the season and a change of clothes; children and teenagers welcome, accompanied by an adult.