A relaxing adventure in nature at White Pods in Canton Valais
Category: Outdoors, Adventure, Family
Author: Teena Jilka, FLOK CEO
May 29, 2024
My favorite childhood memories are of being outdoors, running around in the fields, climbing trees and discovering all sorts of bugs and insects. I even remember our “nature conservation” classes at primary school, that taught us the importance of protecting our natural environment.
So this weekend we headed up to the mountains for some much needed nature therapy. We were warmly welcomed by the enthusiastic team at the White Pods & Cabins, run by the Distinctly Different Group.
And distinctly different it was. This is a pretty unique place, nestled on the edge of the mountains above Monthey - a 2 hour drive from Geneva. It’s where sci-fi meets nature in the most harmonious, elegant and respectful way.
The hotel offers both futuristic “pods” which are luxury bubbles of the highest quality, with a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Families can also stay in spacious cabins, constructed from local trees and with sustainability embedded in every detail.
We took a 3 hour hike through the surrounding forest with the kids and didn’t once hear “Mum, we’re bored”. On the contrary, we stopped to admire the variety of flowers growing along the paths, walked over trees that had either succumbed to a gargantuan storm or were felled to avoid them falling onto the roads. They noticed the very unique smell of the pine trees and their eyes lit up when they saw tadpoles swimming in the ponds and puddles.
There are a variety of organized activities too, such as:
- “Adventures of the Cerniers”, where families learn how to survive in the mountains.
- Husky Adventures: hiking, carting and cuddle therapy
- Discover the mountain pastures, flower and milk
- Hike with a herbalist
- Escape Game
There is also a great indoor “social cabin” in case the weather turns. There’s a mini cinema, games rooms, sauna, yoga area with an incredible view.
"Can we spend more time in the forests and discover nature?"
To plan your own family adventure at White Pod, head to www.whitepod.com
Image credit: White Pod
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