Wildlife Watching Ibex, Deer, Chamois, and More

Description

During the one-day Ibex Tour (in German), you will discover the habitat of the ibex and others. A Swiss Ranger will guide you through the secluded Weisstannen valley. The ranger will provide exciting information about the lives of wild animals and assist you in spotting them.

Observation of fascinating wild animals such as ibex, deer, chamois
Exciting information from a Swiss Ranger
Hike through the mountainous landscape of the Weisstannen valley
Opportunity to experience various wild animals in their natural habitat

Deer, roe deer, bearded vultures, chamois, ibex – these wild animals thrive in the UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona. During the Ibex Tour, you will hike through the secluded Weisstannen valley, past 80-meter-high waterfalls. A Swiss Ranger will guide you through the wild nature, sharing insights into animal behavior and their habitats. You will be taken to spots where you can observe animals in the wild. With some luck, you may spot the majestic mountain inhabitants many of us only know from photos.

The tours are scheduled as follows:
Saturday, 25 April 2026, 9 am
Saturday, 2 May 2026, 9 am
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 9 am
Sunday, 20 September 2026, 9 am
Sunday, 4 October 2026, 9 am
Sunday, 18 October 2026, 9 am
Sunday, 25 October 2026, 9 am

Guided hike (in German) with a Swiss Ranger
Information on the reintroduction of the ibex
Benefit from the extensive knowledge of a Swiss Ranger
Educational materials such as ibex horns

Languages: German, other languages available upon request

Notes:
Difficulty: medium (560 meters altitude difference / approx. 4 km each way)
Good, sturdy footwear recommended
Binoculars suggested
Snacks, lunch, and drinks should be brought from home

Booking:
Available from April to October on selected dates
Minimum participants: 4 (final decision the day before at 12:00)
Online bookings until 16:00 the day before, unless already canceled
By phone: short-term requests accepted until the day before during opening hours, unless already canceled
The tour proceeds in all weather conditions unless canceled by the Swiss Ranger for safety reasons
Private group tours up to 20 people available upon request (up to 20 people CHF 500.00 for the group, 21-40 people CHF 900.00 for the group)

Questions? Contact us at: Heidiland Tourism, Tourist Office Bad Ragaz, T +41 81 300 40 20, badragaz@heidiland.com

Postbus station Weisstannen, Oberdorf
Public transport options on Saturday: Sargans train station at 8:06 / Weisstannen, Oberdorf at 8:42
Return: Weisstannen, Oberdorf at 16:47 / Sargans train station at 17:24
Public transport options on Sunday: Sargans train station at 8:06 / Weisstannen, Oberdorf at 8:42
Return: Weisstannen, Oberdorf at 17:17 / Sargans train station at 17:54
Note: Public transport is recommended due to limited parking in Weisstannen on weekends. Alternatively, an overnight stay can be planned.

Highlights

• Guided wildlife observation tour in Weisstannen valley
• Spot ibex, deer, chamois, and more in their natural habitat
• Led by a Swiss Ranger with educational insights

General Information

The Ibex Tour is a one-day guided hike through the Weisstannen valley, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona. Participants have the opportunity to observe wild animals such as ibex, deer, and chamois, while learning about their habitats and behaviors from a Swiss Ranger. Tours are scheduled on select weekends throughout 2026.

Location

7326 Weisstannen, Schweiz

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