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Why take this trip

The mesmerising beauty of the Alps, combined with the joy of learning new skills, make this trip a perfect chance for you to unwind from your daily routine, and be engulfed by a newfound love of the mountains. You’ll also be amazed by how your risk assessment capabilities improve after this course!

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Who is this for

If this is your first time on ice and you know nothing about an ice axe, or even if you’re an aspiring alpinist looking for new techniques to learn and ropes to master; this trip is for anyone looking to dive into alpine mountaineering.

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Whats next

Once you’ve mastered the ropes and techniques in this course, you’ll be ready to tackle the more technical high altitude climbs such as Gran Paradiso, Island Peak and Kazbek, or perfect your climbing skills further on different terrain by Rock Climbing in Catherine

After arriving in Chamonix, we’ll take our time to settle in to our cozy Alps hotel and prep for the next few days by renting any necessary equipment ahead of our climb. The picturesque town that sits below Mont Blanc is full of shops and restaurants.
First we head into the valley for a crash course day on the ice, learning all the necessary skills and techniques we need from some of the best and most talented climbing guides. After a full day of adventure, we relax in the comfort and warmth of our hotel and get to visit the Chamonix center again for some gourmet dining. The next few days are spent putting our newly acquired skills to the test on some of the world's best ice climbing routes, all under the supervision of our expert guides and with the highest levels of safety. Not to worry, this experience has been designed for beginners! If you’d like to try harder routes, this can also be arranged with your guide.
Today we’re being transferred to the airport to catch our flights back home.
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Terrain

With snow covered rocky-peaks rising over 4000 meters off the valley floor, the terrain in the Chamonix valley is unparalleled, creating the border between France, Italy and Switzerland. Beautifully uneven edged mountains decorate the skyline while glaciers keep many of them white year-round. Crevasses are also found all over the place, adding to the challenge of the terrain.

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Weather

Weather in Chamonix can be pretty hot and sunny in summer in the valley down below and cooler as you go higher up, while in the winter temperature always drop below zero and can reach -20o c much often on the mountains.

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Food

Being on the border between two of the most culinary delicious countries’ France and Switzerland, you get to enjoy the best of both! We return every day after finishing the course to our hotel in the valley to be greeted with tasty meals that get us ready for the adventure next day.

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Accomodation

We sleep every day after finishing the course in our hotel in the valley.

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Overall Difficulty

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Technical Skills

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Days

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Fitness level

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Altitude

Technical Skills

No experiences is needed: Anyone can join this trip.
Minimal experience: You should probably have some hiking experience to join this trip. It is advisable to have gone on a hike for at least 2 days prior to joining this trip.
Moderate experience: You should have some climbing experience to join this trip. It is advisable to have been on at least a 4-day climb before joining this trip.
Technical experience: You should have technical climbing experience before joining this trip. It is recommended that you have experience with crampons, skis, ropes and belays.
Advanced technical experience: You should have technical climbing experience to join this trip. Depending on the climb, you will need a specific set of skills.

fitness level

Occasional workout, no fixed routine.
Workout routine with at least 2-3 workouts a week, overall in good shape. Trekking days on this trip are around 3-4 hours long each day with little elevation.
Workout routine with at least 4-5 workouts a week, overall in great shape. Trekking days on this trip are around 4-5 hours long each day with moderate elevation.
Workout routine with at least 5 workouts a week. Trekking days on this trip are around 5-7 hours long each day with high elevation.
Specified workout routine with at least 5 workouts a week as well as technical training. Trekking days on this trip are 8 hours long each day with extreme elevation.

Altitude

1,500m - 2,999m
3,000m - 4,499m
4,500m - 5,999m
6,000m - 7,499m
7,500m - 8,999m

Climbing Days

0 - 4 Days
5 - 9 Days
10 - 12 Days
13 - 15 Days
16+ Days

PRICE

$2,600

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PRICE INCLUDES

    • Arrival, departure and all transfers by private car 
    • English speaking local guides 
    • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (Breakfast = B, Lunch = L, Dinner = D) 
    • Activities as mentioned in the itinerary 
    • All accommodation 
    • All national park fees

PRICE EXCLUDES

    • International flight 
    • Visa Fee 
    • Excess baggage & Airport Taxes 
    • Single Supplement fee 
    • Personal health & Travel insurance
    • Vaccinations  (We send a detailed list) 
    • Personal expenses (Laundry, drinks during meals etc.) 
    • Gear rental available at additional cost (Let us know if you would need any)
    • Tips and Gratuity