Discover Ayas

Discover Ayas is a team of nature hiking guides, recognised by the Autonomous Region of Valle d'Aosta and Piedmont, born in the beautiful Val d'Ayas at the foot of Monterosa. It offers throughout the Aosta Valley and in areas of particular natural interest, guided excursions and treks, and activities inspired by nature and well-being.

The team is made up of guides, each with his or her own passions, specialities and wealth of knowledge, all united by great professionalism and dedication to guarantee an unforgettable experience: stimulating learning and the discovery of the wonders of nature, whetting the spirit of adventure, offering moments of fun and relaxation, enchanting with stories of bygone times and tales of local traditions, accompanying in regenerating sensory immersions in nature and in the presence of breathtaking landscapes.

In addition to their rich knowledge of fauna, flora, culture, history, snow and weather, Discover Ayas' naturalist hiking guides have mountain safety at heart. They are duly qualified to accompany on snow-covered terrain and have First Aid and Basic Life Support Defibrillation, BLSD, certification.

The Discover Ayas proposals:

• Group Excursions and Treks that you can join individually
• Excursions and treks on request: individual or for pre-formed groups
• Excursions / Sunset snowshoeing with dinner in a mountain hut
• Group or private snowshoeing on request
• Yoga in nature and yoga trekking
• Shinrin Yoku (Forest bathing)
• Excursions and treks for children and young people
• Environmental awareness and education activities
• Nature immersion/trekking/hiking experiences for companies, teams and athletes
• Team building proposals

Main areas of activity: the entire Aosta Valley and in particular Val d'Ayas, Valtournenche, Gressoney Valley, the valleys of the Monte Avic Regional Park, Lake Villa Nature Reserve, Glacial Environments of Monte Rosa. Gran San Bernardo Valley, Valpelline, Saint Barthélemy, La Thuile, Mont Blanc Valleys and all the valleys of the Gran Paradiso National Park.

Languages spoken: Italian, French, English, Spanish - Licensed to work on snow-covered terrain according to regional law 1/2003