Scout Trips to Switzerland (KISC)
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A sweeping scene of Swiss mountains, glacial waterfalls and never-ending hiking trails, Switzerland is the definition of rural beauty. And where better to experience it all than KISC? As the home of international friendship, this Mini Jamboree is full of Scouting spirit and camp camaraderie. Spend your days hiking, biking and river rafting, then lap up the KISC life at night with Scout groups from around the world at the International Campfire. Ultimately, a Scout trip to Switzerland is as soul-warming as it is adventurous.
Limited Availablity!
We’re thrilled to see groups are as keen as ever to get back to KISC and it’s no surprise that availability is extremely limited and groups are already planning ahead for 2023 and even 2024. Due to KISC’s own Centenary events taking place in 2023 we are unable to offer our usual ‘summer set departure’ programme, however we have some amazing alternatives and destinations you need to consider.
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Activities
KISC offers over 130 varied activities, so your Scout group will be active from morning to night! Here’s a small sample of activities available…
- Gorge walks
- Overnight hut hikes
- Rock climbing
- River rafting
- Summer tobogganing
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
- Pioneering
- High ropes park
- Canyoning
Summer Tobogganing
The summer toboggan run at Oeschinenesee is an unforgettable experience. Set off from a height of around 150 metres and travel over a distance of 750 metres.
River Rafting
River rafting opens the challenges of whitewater to everybody. Teamwork and professional guides allow novices and veterans alike to enjoy the beauty and excitement of whitewater in the Swiss Alps.
High Ropes Park
The High Ropes Park Interlaken is a forest adventure of wooden bridges, tarzan swings and zip lines. 9 courses of varying difficulty and height provide an exciting day out for beginners and adrenaline seekers.
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KISC offers over 130 varied activities, so your Scout group will be active from morning to night! Here’s a small sample of activities available:
- Gorge walks
- Overnight hut hikes
- Rock climbing
- River rafting
- Summer toboggaining
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
- Pioneering
- High ropes park
- Canyoning
- Accommodation
KISC
In much of July and August 2022, groups will enjoy our exclusive Venture Abroad campsite, with tents up and ready for your arrival and catering equipment provided for you.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer our exclusive campsite in 2023 (only!) due to KISC’s own planned events, therefore groups have the option of providing their own camping equipment or opting for indoor accommodation.
Venture Abroad’s service will return to normal in summer 2024 with the exclusive campsite returning with all tents and catering equipment included in your trip.
Sample Itinerary
Our ‘summer set departure’ programmes are a 10-day trip travelling by coach giving you plenty of time to explore all that KISC and the surrounding areas has to offer. Of course, you can opt to create your own completely tailor-made trip which allows you to choose to travel by air, rail or coach and for your preferred duration.
Here is an idea of how a 10-day coach trip to KISC could look.
Day 1
Evening:
Depart by coach and overnight ferry crossing
Day 2
Afternoon:
Arrive at KISC for a tour of the site and time to explore the surrounding area
Evening:
Evening at leisure in KISC
Day 3
Morning:
Set off on a 3-hour hike up 1,800m to the Alpine Cheesery
Afternoon:
Descend back down to camp and enjoy an afternoon of abseiling
Evening:
Enjoy a light trail around the grounds
Day 4
Morning:
Gondola ride from Kandersteg village to Lake Oeschinensee, where you can swim in the shadows of the mountains
Afternoon:
Go mountain biking around Kandersteg or attempt to beat the crate stacking record at camp
Evening:
An evening of food and music with Scouts and Explorers from around the world
Day 5
Morning:
Visit Jungfraujoch via the highest mountain railway in Europe for stunning summit views
Afternoon:
Spend the afternoon hiking the Eiger Trail
Evening:
Evening at leisure at KISC
Day 6
Morning:
Travel to Adelboden for a morning hike or cable car ride to the stunning Engstilgen Falls
Afternoon:
Visit the Cholerenschlucht Gorge for its impressible waterfall
Evening:
Return to KISC for a chilled evening by the campfire
Day 7
Morning:
Visit the Trummelbach Falls and stand behind the thundering glacier waterfalls
Evening:
Traditional Swiss evening of yodelling and fondue
Day 8
Morning:
Take the Tschentenalp cable car for spectacular views of the Bernese Oberland
Afternoon:
Return to Adelboden village and spend the rest of the day at leisure
Day 9 & 10
Depart by coach and ferry back home
Kandersteg is a must for any scout troop – amazing activities, a historic site and all set within the beautiful backdrop of Switzerland. Mr Mark Urban, 1st Margaret’s Scouts KISC
Venture Abroad Covid Guarantee
We understand that when planning your next trip, you’ll want to tread carefully and work with a company you can trust. This is why we want to assure you that, even in these uncertain times, we’ve got you covered with our Covid Guarantee
For your financial security, you must have insurance when travelling with us, whether it be your own or the insurance we provide through Aviva. We highly recommend our insurance because it’s tailored specifically for group travel and offers cover for Covid related cancellation and curtailment.
