Maverick Camp Endeavour Chamonix, France 2023
21 - 23 July 2023 | Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Once again Camp Endeavour returns to the incredible trail mecca that is Chamonix. This is the beating heart of European trail running, sat in the splendour of the mighty Mont Blanc. The trails weave up through the mountains opening on magnificent vistas making all that hard work climbing worthwhile.
This camp isn’t aimed at elite athletes, it’s for anyone who wants to come and enjoy exploring the mountain trails with us. Most of all, we want to make a weekend of adventure you won’t forget and help you improve in whatever way you need to get to your running goals.
Limited to 20 places. Pay in 6 monthly instalments. Secure your place today for just £125.
If you decide to withdraw all payments are non-refundable or transferable.
Accommodation: Very Good Altitude: Up to 3000m Technicality: Technical Trails, running with some hiking
This event has sold out. On the day entries will NOT be accepted.
HOW IT WORKS
What is included:
1: Full board accommodation - breakfast, lunch on the mountain & dinner included
2: Post-run strength and mobility sessions
3: Supported by International Mountain Leaders
4: Bespoke hydration plan from PH
5: Camp goodie bag
6: Images from your trip
7: Lift pass
8: 2x FREE Maverick Race event entries to use before your trip to go towards your training
Please note the camp does not include flights, transfers, or additional drinks.
Secure your place now for only a £375 deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to travelling. If you decide to withdraw all payments are non-refundable or transferable.
Establish your level of experience
We will contact you directly to establish your level and what you want from the trip. You’ll also take the Precision Fuel & Hydration online Sweat Test for a bespoke hydration plan. Full details of the trip will be sent out and all runner's details will be gathered for the demo kit.
DAY 1 - (FRIDAY) ARRIVAL
Meet the team and mountain leaders at the accommodation. We would like you to arrive by 13:00 you will then be introduced to the team and given the weekend plan.
14:00: Lunch, to continue chatting and getting to know your fellow runners
15:30: First run of the weekend - An easy 1.5/2 hours to help bring your legs back to life after a hard day travelling. A great opportunity for us to get to know each other better and gain a better understand of the group ability levels
Explore Chamonix
DAY 2 - SATURDAY
07:00: Breakfast at the hotel
Between 08:00 and 09:00: Run time! This will be approx 5-6 hours with time for lunch on the mountain. We recommend you bring some Euros as we will stop at a refuge and they only take cash.
15:00: Strength and mobility.
Rest & relax. Explore Chamonix.
DAY 3 - SUNDAY
07:30: Breakfast at the hotel
09:00: Last run of the weekend approx 3 hours
13:00: Lunch and Q&A talk
14:30: Shower and depart on transfer back to Geneva or once last chance to explore Chamonix. (Please book flight leaving after 19:00)
Bring your own cup
In an effort to keep our trails clean and preserve the nature around us, we’re aiming to keep our outposts cup free. Please bring a cup or bottle to re-fill.
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
Booking your flights
There are numerous flight options leaving from different UK Airports to Geneva. Please follow the links to book. We would like you to arrive at the accommodation for 13:00 so please consider this when booking your flights and transfers. We recommend either of the first 2 flight options of the day for all of these airlines.
Easy Jet
British Airways
Swiss Air
Please make sure you have your own travel insurance.
Transfers
Once you arrive in Geneva, you’ll need a transfer to Chamonix. There are loads to choose from but we’ve previously used the 2 below with services to suit all arrivals from the UK. The journey is approx 1 hr 15 mins and they’ll drop you straight to the hotel door.
Easy bus - a great budget option
Alpy Bus
Mountain Dropoffs
Accommodation
The Le Refuge des Aiglons hotel will be your home whilst in Chamonix. With stunning views over Mt Blanc. All rooms are booked on a twin basis, but if you would like a double please let us know. If you’re travelling alone, please be aware that you may be sharing with someone else. You can upgrade to a single room during checkout.
Click here for more info: Le Refuge des Aiglons Hotel
Camp Endeavour Video
What you get
THINGS YOU'LL NEED
MANDATORY
• Flights / travel to the camp
• Passport
• Travel insurance (that covers being in the mountains upto 2500m)
• Cash in the correct currency
• Mobile phone
• Running shoes in good condition (recommendations will be made)
• Rain jacket, base layers, gloves, running pack and the ability to carry 1L of fluid
Please note you will need to organise your own covid travel documentation and requirements
RECOMMENDED
• A 2nd pair of shoes
• Headtorch
• Any specific dietary requirements
• Any other medicines your require
