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Meet up at 5pm at the farm gîte in Orcières. Once there, you'll discover your cocoon for the night and get to know the key companions of your stay: the donkeys who will accompany you throughout the adventure.
After an introduction to the preparation of pack equipment and panniers, you'll visit the farm: milking the goats, discovering the local produce... you'll be immediately immersed in the authentic atmosphere of the Écrins.
The evening ends with a meal prepared on the farm, using local produce.
Wake up gently to the rhythm of the farm and enjoy a rustic breakfast before taking care of the donkeys and getting ready for the day.
The day begins with a hike towards the promontory of La Coche. You'll take forest paths and cross vast meadows, with beautiful views over the valley.
At the end of the day, we'll set up camp and prepare dinner together over an open fire. The evening ends under a starry sky, a great opportunity to observe the night in the mountains.
Today, you'll be hiking at the foot of the Palastre rock faces. If you're lucky, you'll be able to spot the large birds of prey that inhabit the Ecrins National Park.
At the end of the day, we'll be welcomed to Brigitte's gîte, Le Chamois, for a warm and authentic evening in the heart of the valley.
Today's hike crosses the glacial valley of the Drac to go from the adret to the ubac, two slopes with very different atmospheres.
The bivouac is set up near the Lac de Libouse, an ideal spot for observing newts and the small fauna of the forest. An ideal natural setting for a peaceful evening in the heart of nature.
The walk takes you on a balcony through the mélézin, under the Autanes. You'll reach Tante Yvonne's old shepherd's hut, a reminder of the pastoral life of yesteryear.
The bivouac is set up around this hut, in the heart of the mountain pastures, for a total immersion in the mountain atmosphere.
Last wake-up call in the mountains, with a clear view of the Champsaur. After caring for the donkeys, you start the walk back to the farm.
Back at the farm, it's time to say goodbye to the donkeys and share a final picnic with the group. In the afternoon, everyone is back on the road with fond memories.
French
EnglishHello, I'm Marc: mountain leader, nature guide and wildlife enthusiast. I've been running a donkey farm for the last 5 years, and have been leading groups for a few years now with my long-eared companions, whether for families, associations or groups of friends.
You can get to Orcières by train:
From there, we'll pick you up and take you to your destination.
It is possible to get to Orcières by car, where you can park your car free of charge in the car park at the meeting point.
If you don't have a car, you should know that we're encouraging car-pooling between participants by creating a WhatsApp group 15 days before the start: an opportunity to get to know each other before you even start your expedition!
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Unless safety is at stake (storm, avalanche, flood...).
In this exceptional case, we can cancel an expedition, at least one week before departure.
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You don’t need to be a top athlete or mountain expert to feel at home. Most Wildhartt participants are between 25 and 60 years old, with a balanced mix of women and men.
Many join solo or in small groups of two or three. They often live in cities and are looking for a meaningful brea some time to reconnect with nature, slow down, and enjoy something real.
They usually have a regular movement practice (hiking, running, yoga...), but not with a competitive mindset. They’re in good shape, but don’t necessarily have technical skills. What brings them together is a shared desire to disconnect, observe, learn, and experience nature in a more grounded, accessible way.
If that speaks to you, you'll feel right at home. The group spirit is kind and open, and the pace adapts to everyone.
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July to September
Level 1
Eco-score 4/5
Set off on an adventure with your big-eared friend: learn how to prepare the donkeys and experience a unique itinerary in their company.
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