Underground Fondue Annecy
Welcome beneath the earth : the most unique and insolite corporate evening in Haute-Savoie !
- 3h00
- 10 to 50 participants
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Description
Some evenings surprise. Some astonish. And then there is one — just one — that has you dining underground, deep inside an Alpine cave, by torchlight, around a steaming Savoyard fondue pot. The Underground Fondue at the Grotte de la Diau is exactly that evening.
Dreaming of a truly unique experience? Take your colleagues for a dinner unlike any other — underground! The Underground Fondue is a complete, lively and truly off-beat animation that combines the discovery of caving with the sharing of an extraordinary meal beneath the earth.
Just a few minutes from Annecy, we take you on an exceptional — even extraordinary — corporate evening! The perfect opportunity to create an unforgettable memory for your teams !
- 3h00
- 10 to 50 participants
🌟 THE GROTTE DE LA DIAU — AN EXCEPTIONAL NATURAL SITE
The Grotte de la Diau is one of the most remarkable underground sites in Haute-Savoie — a network of limestone galleries sculpted over millennia by water erosion, harbouring spectacular natural concretions and a unique subterranean world. Located just minutes from Annecy, it is a confidential natural treasure that Takamaka opens to you for one extraordinary evening.
📍 Grotte de la Diau — Parmelan, Annecy | ⏱️ 3 to 4 hours | 👥 All group sizes | 🕳️ Caving & Gastronomy | 🧀 Savoyard fondue | 🗓️ Year-round
How the activity works
🗺️ Organisation & How it works
We'll be waiting for you directly at the cave car park. From the moment you arrive at the Grotte de la Diau site, the atmosphere shifts — the forest, the cool air, the silent presence of the mountain and the mysterious cave entrance emerging from the shadows. The adventure is already tangible, before you've even pulled on a caving suit.
🥾 Act 2 — The Approach Walk: In the Footsteps of Explorers!
A twenty-minute approach walk follows, before reaching the Grotte de la Diau. A forest stroll that serves as a warm-up, a mental preparation and a first moment of group cohesion — before the cave closes its arms around your team.
⛑️ Act 3 — Caving Initiation: Explore the Depths of the Earth!
On arrival, you'll be equipped with helmets, head torches and caving suits. And off you go! Follow our guides and wander through the cave's tunnels and meanders… Discover the basics of caving and the secrets buried beneath the earth.
🧀 Act 4 — The Underground Fondue: The Most Insolite Dinner in Haute-Savoie!
After this effort, you'll arrive in the central chamber of the cave, where you'll have the pleasure of discovering and savouring a fondue beneath the earth — the ultimate Savoyard speciality !
Why choose Takamaka ?
Choosing Takamaka for the Underground Fondue means giving your teams Haute-Savoie's most insolite and most memorable corporate evening — caving in the Grotte de la Diau, Savoyard fondue at the heart of the earth, optional musician and memories carved for eternity.
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FAQ
Can people with claustrophobia participate ?
Different routes are accessible, delighting experienced cavers and beginners alike! Takamaka's guides adapt the route to the profiles and preferences of every participant. Those who are sensitive to enclosed spaces can explore the more open sections of the cave — nobody is ever left behind.
Is all equipment provided ?
Helmets, head torches and caving suits are all provided by Takamaka — everything needed to move comfortably and safely through the cave. Closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get dirty are recommended.
How many participants can the Underground Fondue accommodate ?
Capacity is adapted to the configuration of the cave's central chamber. Contact the Takamaka team to find out about available headcounts and to receive a personalised quote for your group size.
How do we book our Annecy Underground Fondue ?
Simply contact the Takamaka team by phone or via the online contact form. They organise everything — caving guides, all equipment, Savoyard fondue, optional musician and full logistics — for a fully turnkey and absolutely unforgettable underground evening !