VALLEE BLANCHE
The Vallée Blanche is a must-do classic for experienced skiers, starting from the Aiguille du Midi at 3,842 meters. After descending the famous ridge, the 20 km ski run crosses glaciers, weaving between crevasses and seracs with incredible views of the Mont Blanc Massif. Lunch is enjoyed at the Requin mountain hut. Depending on snow conditions, the descent continues to the Montenvers train station or all the way to Chamonix. This adventure promises unforgettable memories and spectacular photos.
MIN: 5 PERSON
From mid-June to mid-September
Meeting: Base of the Aiguille du Midi cable car station. Gear check before taking the lift.
Time: Around 8.30–8.45.
After arriving at the top of the Aiguille du Midi we will put on our crampons and rope up to climb down the ridgeline.
The Vallée Blanche is an ungroomed off‑piste ski run that requires extreme caution, as we are skiing through crevasses and seracs.
Duration
4–6 hours depending on the lunch break.
- 6 pers. → €95 each (Total €570)
- 2 pers. → €250 each (Total €500)
From 105usd/person / 1 day
Duration
4–6 hours depending on how much time we take at lunch.
Included in the package
- Guide fees
- Snow safety gear (shovel, probe, beacon)
- Harness
Not included
- Cable car and train tickets
- Lunch at the Requin hut
Equipment
- Comfortable backpack (with option to attach skis)
- Skis & ski boots
- Poles with large discs
- If possible: security pack with harness, beacon, shovel & probe
- Light crampons (rent possible from climbing shop)
Clothing checklist
- Waterproof & windproof parka with hood (non‑insulated, Gore‑Tex or equivalent)
- Waterproof & windproof pants (non‑insulated)
- Thick fleece jacket (or equivalent)
- Light down jacket
- Medium weight thermal underwear
- Warm ski socks
- Warm ski gloves or mittens
- Pair of fitted gloves (leather or fleece)
- Neck protection
- Spare thermal underwear (for sleeping/change)
Accessories
- High‑altitude sunglasses (grade 4 recommended)
- Airbag (not required)
- Goggles
- 1 liter water bottle
- Sunblock for face & lips
- Plastic bag with ID card & Euros for extras
HAUTE ROUTE “CHAMONIX-ZERMATT”
The Haute Route ski tour is an absolute classic Alps ski tour that every backcountry skier should experience. Starting in Chamonix we traverse the spectacular alpine ski touring terrain to the Matterhorn in Zermatt up and down the valleys of the Valais Alps of Switzerland.
Between mid-March and mid-April
We begin skiing the Haute Route in the French Alps, in Chamonix, with a day skiing the famous Vallée Blanche off the Aiguille du Midi back to town to acclimatize. This first day is also meant to review key skills such as kick turns, skinning with ski crampons, and crevasse rescue.
The next day we head onto the Haute Route itself, crossing into Switzerland and spending the next six days ski traversing the Swiss Alps through the Valais region. We ski the Verbier variation via the Trient, Mont Fort, Dix, Vignettes and Bertol huts. Every morning we start early. We end beneath the majestic North Face of the Matterhorn, skiing into Zermatt.
Along the ski tour you will enjoy exciting ski mountaineering challenges, wonderful descents, cosy mountain huts, and phenomenal high alpine scenery.
From 1600usd per person / 7 Day
Duration
8 Days
- Day 1: Meeting at Aiguille du Midi cable car, gear check, ski Vallée Blanche.
- Day 2: Descent of Rognons glacier → Argentière hut. Training & safety practice.
Asc: 225m / Desc: 750m - Day 3: Col du Passon → Tour glacier → Champex village.
Asc: 1100m / Desc: 1850m - Day 4: Verbier ski area → Prafleuri hut.
Asc: 700m / Desc: 900m - Day 5: Col des Roux → Dix hut.
Asc: 850m / Desc: 400m - Day 6: Tsena Refien glacier → Pigne d’Arolla → Vignettes hut.
Asc: 1000m / Desc: 640m - Day 7: Mont Collon → Col du Mont Brûlé → Zermatt (via Matterhorn).
Asc: 1130m / Desc: 2730m
This programme is a guide only. The mountain guide may adjust the route depending on conditions and group ability.
Price includes
- IFMGA English‑speaking mountain guide
- Rental of full safety kit (DVA, shovel, probe)
Price does not include
- Personal drinks & other personal expenses (bring Euros & CHF)
- Half‑board in huts (dinner, breakfast, night)
- Take‑out lunches & snacks
- Ski lift access as per programme
- Transfers as per programme
Equipment
- Comfortable frameless rucksack (35L) with ski & ice‑axe attachment
- Ski touring skis & shoes
- Adhesive skins & ski crampons adapted to your skis
- Poles with large discs
- Security pack: harness, DVA, shovel, probe
- Light crampons
- Ice‑axe
Clothing checklist
- Waterproof & windproof parka with hood (non‑insulated, Gore‑Tex or equivalent)
- Waterproof & windproof pants
- Thick fleece jacket or equivalent
- Light down jacket
- 1 long‑sleeve shirt
- Medium weight thermal underwear (top & bottoms; silk or polypro)
- Warm ski socks
- Warm hat & light sun hat with brim
- Warm ski gloves or mittens
- Light gloves (leather/fleece)
- Neck protection
- Spare thermal underwear (for sleep/change)
Accessories
- High‑altitude sunglasses (grade 4 recommended)
- Goggles
- 1.5L water bottle + isotherm bottle
- Mini toiletry bag (sunblock, aspirin, plasters, 2nd‑skin, earplugs, toilet paper)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Cotton/silk sleeping sheet (mandatory in huts; blankets provided)
- Plastic bag with ID + Euros & CHF for extras
NORWAY
THE ISLAND OF SENJA
On the West coast of Norway, 69 Degrees north, lies the beautiful island of Senja. A ski touring heaven in the Arctic Circle. Senja is situated Southwest of the Arctic capital Tromsø. Norwegians often describe Senja as “Norway in miniature” as it has all the elements of this diverse country. While ski touring we enjoy the magnificent and breathtaking scenery. We summit peaks and ski all the way back through the quintessential birch trees to sea level. There is a great variety of peaks, couloirs and traverses to be skied for all different levels of ski mountaineering.
MIN: 3 PERSON
Between Mid-March And Mid-April
We will pick you up from Tromsø and transfer you to Senja.
This week of ski touring is designed for comfort. We spend the whole week in the village of Mefjorvaer, in the north of the island, in a cosy lodge with dinners at the local restaurant.
The lodge will be our base. Every day we take trips out by minibus to enjoy the best routes. Senja has a good road network, giving access to the most remote spots within an hour.
March and early April are ideal: plenty of daylight and low enough temperatures for potential powder.
From 3200usd / 8 day
Duration
8 Days
Included in the package
- IFMGA English‑speaking mountain guide
- Rental of full safety kit (DVA, shovel, probe)
- Half‑board (dinner, breakfast and night)
- Take‑out lunches and daily snacks
Not included
- Personal drinks and other personal expenses
Equipment
- Comfortable frameless rucksack (25–30L) with attachment for skis & ice‑axe
- Ski touring skis & shoes
- Adhesive climbing skins & ski crampons adapted to skis
- Poles with large discs
- Security pack: harness, DVA, shovel & probe
- Light crampons
- Ice‑axe
Clothing checklist
- Waterproof & windproof parka with hood (non‑insulated, Gore‑Tex or equivalent)
- Waterproof & windproof pants
- Thick fleece jacket (polar‑pile or equivalent)
- Light down jacket
- 1 long‑sleeve shirt
- Medium weight thermal underwear (top & bottoms; silk or polypro; can double as pyjamas)
- Warm ski socks
- Warm ski hat & light sun hat with brim
- Warm ski gloves or mittens
- Adjusted gloves (leather or fleece)
- Neck protection
- Spare thermal underwear (for sleeping/change)
Accessories
- High‑altitude sunglasses (grade 4 recommended)
- Goggles
- 1.5L water bottle + isotherm bottle
- Toiletry bag (sunblock, aspirin, plasters, 2nd‑skin kit, earplugs, toilet paper)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Plastic bag with ID card & Euros for extras
PATAGONIA
Come ski the Lake District in Bariloche in Argentina’s Northern Patagonia. The mountains are uncrowded and offer varied terrain and gorgeous traverses and lines to be skied amongst stunning open bowls, steep shoots and golden colored couloirs. We will take you on a horse assisted and human powered skitour that will offer you literally a great taste of this region. The Asado at the ranch, the Argentinian wine and the microbreweries are part of the itinerary. We will visit Argentina’s most famoushut, refugio de Frey, and venture into Chile for a day of Volcano skiing.
Between end of August to the beginning of October
Programme
- Day 1: Arrival in Bariloche and equipment check (recommended to arrive 2 days earlier)
- Day 2: Bariloche → Vinagrillo River Ranch by boat + Argentinian Asado (BBQ)
- Day 3: Horse-assisted ski traverse of the Tres Picos, return to Bariloche via Patagonia Brewery
- Day 4: Cerro Catedral Ski Resort → Rifugio Frey
- Day 5: Rifugio Frey → Rifugio Jacob
- Day 6: Rifugio Jacob → Bariloche
- Day 7: Scenic drive to Chile, skin up Casablanca Volcano, return to Bariloche
- Day 8: Departure day
The program is subject to change depending on weather and conditions.
From 2700usd / 8 day
Duration
8 Days
Included in the package
- All lodging with double occupancy (max. 3‑star) & mountain hut fees
- Breakfast, dinner and lunches during ski tour (meals in town not included)
- All in‑country private ground transportation
- Horses & local logistics
- AMGA trained and/or IFMGA certified ski guide + guide’s expenses
Not included
- International & domestic flights
- Trip cancellation insurance
- Ski touring gear (bring from home)
- Alcohol
- Ski lift tickets
Equipment
It is highly advised to bring all equipment from home as Bariloche rental infrastructure is limited.
- Comfortable frameless rucksack (35L) with ski & ice‑axe attachment
- Ski touring skis & shoes
- Adhesive climbing skins & ski crampons adapted to skis
- Poles with large discs
- Security pack: harness, DVA, shovel, probe
- Light crampons
- Ice‑axe
Clothing checklist
- Waterproof & windproof parka with hood (non‑insulated, Gore‑Tex or equivalent)
- Waterproof & windproof pants
- Thick polar‑pile fleece jacket or equivalent
- Light down jacket
- 1 long‑sleeve shirt
- Medium weight thermal underwear (top & bottoms, silk or polypro; also used as pyjamas)
- Warm ski socks
- Warm ski hat & light sun hat with brim
- Warm ski gloves or mittens
- Adjusted gloves (leather/fleece)
- Neck protection
- Spare thermal underwear (for change/sleeping)
Accessories
- High‑altitude sunglasses (grade 4 recommended)
- Goggles
- 1.5L water bottle + isotherm bottle
- Mini toiletry bag (sunblock, aspirin, plasters, 2nd‑skin kit, earplugs, toilet paper)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Cotton/silk sleeping sheet (mandatory in huts; blankets/slippers provided)
- Plastic bag with ID card + Euros & CHF for extras
- Bring US dollars as payment option
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