Gran Paradiso Guided Ascent

Reach the summit of Gran Paradiso in the Aosta Valley, the highest mountain located 100% within Italy, together with one of our local IFMGA mountain guides.

TRIP TYPE

Group

MOUNTAIN RANGES

Alps

DURATION

3 Days

OFFER PERIOD

Jun - Oct

FITNESS LEVEL

Fit

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

4.9

Based on 16 reviews

Reach the top of the highest mountain entirely within Italy.
Spend the night in a comfortable hut and taste delicious meals.
Contemplate stunning views from the summit!

Description

Join us on our Italian Alps adventure, with our main objective being the majestic Grand Paradiso!

Climbing the Gran Paradiso in Valsavarenche is an awesome mountaineering experience. It is a straightforward climb with amazing, rewarding views from the summit. Join us and let us show you this stunning peak!

At 4,061 m (13,323 ft), Gran Paradiso stands tall in the Alps, between the Aosta Valley and Piedmont regions in Italy. This beautiful mountain is relatively easy to climb, although the rocky terrain near the summit requires some prior mountaineering experience. On this program, we will show you the way to the top of this lovely peak, and you will experience all of its splendor.

During the first day of the trip, we’ll enjoy an easy 3-hour hike to Rifugio Chabod. Then, on day 2, we will climb to the summit of Gran Paradiso and enjoy the stunning views that have earned it its name before coming back down to the Victor Emmanuel refuge.

Before bidding farewell, we'll cap off our adventure with a contemplative ascent of Tresenta, offering splendid views of the Gran Paradiso massif. Then we'll descend to the Victor Emmanuel II refuge and return to the valley at the end of the afternoon.

This is a very special ascent because:

We may have the chance to observe Alpin animals (like ibex and chamois) on the way to the hut;
Italian huts are always very welcoming and the food is fantastic;
The views are breathtaking on the way up, down, and from the summit;
The Gran Paradiso is very often climbed by mountaineers who want to prepare and acclimatize for ascending Mont Blanc.

So, are you ready to discover this amazing mountain in the Italian Alps? Then don’t hesitate to contact us. It will be a pleasure to guide you!

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Lunch

- Mountain guide expenses

- Dinner

- Rope

Price details

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- The technical organization of the stay

- Supervision by a high mountain guide.

- Half-board accommodation in shelters

- Picnics

- Collective equipment necessary for safety.

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

- Travel provided by participants' vehicles (if none of the participants has a vehicle to transport the group by carpool, a private transfer will be offered: €450 round trip for the entire group to be paid on site)

- Racing supplies

- Individual technical equipment.

- Drinks in shelters and personal expenses.

- The round trip Chamonix-Valsavarenche

- Insurance/assistance: cancellation, search and rescue costs by helicopter, compulsory hospitalization and repatriation

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking

Itinerary

Day 1: Journey towards Chabod refuge

Starting from Chamonix early in the morning, you'll meet your guide for a briefing on the trip and equipment check, including rental if needed. Then, it's off to Italy's Valsavarenche valley, about 70km away. Once at the Pravieux mountain pasture (1834m), you'll begin your ascent to the Chabod refuge (2750m) along a well-marked path.

Elevation gain: 916 meters

Maximum Altitude: 2750 meters

Accommodation: Chabod Refuge.

Day 2: Ascent of Gran Paradiso

We'll set off very early for the ascent of Gran Paradiso, where you'll be able to catch a glimpse of Mont Viso, Monte Rosa, the Mont Blanc massif, and other peaks! This route features diverse glacial slopes, culminating in a rocky summit push to the Virgin Peak. Don't forget to capture this magical moment with a photo! Afterward, we'll descend to the Victor Emmanuel refuge.

Elevation gain: approximately 1350 meters

Max Altitude: 4061 meters

Accommodation: Refuge Victor Emmanuel II.

Day 3: Tresenta summit

We'll start the glacial ascent via the Montcorvé glacier, leading us to the summit scree of Tresenta (3609m)—yet another breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the Gran Paradiso massif.

We'll then descend to the Victor Emmanuel II refuge and make our way back to the valley by late afternoon.

Elevation gain: 877 meters

Elevation: 1650 meters

Max Altitude: 3609 meters

Details

Accommodation

Nights in shelters are spent in dormitories, blankets are provided. Toiletries will be kept to a minimum. Slippers are at your disposal, so there is no need to bring shoes for the refuge

Disclaimer

This itinerary is subject to modification at the discretion of the guide, should mountain conditions, weather, or the physical condition of the participants require it.

For safety purposes and to ensure a consistent standard in line with what's been announced, the management and organization reserve the right to terminate your participation if your technical skills and/or physical fitness don't meet the required standards.

Meeting point

Trek starts in Pont (Valsavarenche) where there’s a nice camping. You can fly to Geneva, Turin or Milan, rent a car and a drive to Pont (Valsavaranche). It will take you +/- 2 1/2 hour from Geneva, +/- 1 hour 50 min from Turin, 2 hours 40 min from Milan.

FAQs

How will accommodation and meals be handled on the mountain?

We will stay at Chabod hut or Vittorio Emanuele hut. Meals included are: Dinner on day 1, and breakfast and packed lunch on day 2.

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

QC Terme Monte Bianco Pré Saint Didier Italy

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Grand Hotel Courmayeur Mont Blanc Courmayeur Italy

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Hotel Locanda Belvedere Pré Saint Didier Italy

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About the guide: Montagne Expédition

Montagne Expédition

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What people are saying about this trip

Jeremy

5.00

Perfect experience with a wonderful guide

Benjamin

5.00

I had a truly fantastic experience with Gabriele from PeaksHunter. He was a very experienced, careful guide. He was very considerate and encouraging and I was very fortunate to have this climbing experience with PeaksHunter.

Dharam

5.00

Really enjoyed it. Organization of the trip and Guide was awesome.

Harry

5.00

A 60 ans, j'avais besoin de prouver que mon organisme était encore capable de se surpasser. C'était un test pour l'ascension du KILI. Attention prévenir les novices comme moi à bien s'alimenter lors de l'ascension sous peine de manquer d'énergie dans les 100 derniers mètres de l'ascension du Grand Paradis. Aventure inoubliable. Merci à Andréa.

Lee

5.00

Explore share were easy to work with and their outsourced guides “Peakshunter” were absolutely amazing. Our guides ELIS MARTIS and ALESSANDRO BELTRAMI were amazing they made the trip so much better. They were patient, professional and really knowledgable.