My name is Jean Benoit Hugeux. My friends call me JB. I'm an IFMGA / UIAGM mountain guide and a ski instructor. Mountain guiding is my passion ! I have always loved the mountains. I grew up in Briançon, a small town in the Hautes-Alpes, next to Serre Chevalier. Since several years, I'm exploring the mountains of the Alps and from all around the world. I also love travelling to discover new cultures and amazing landscapes from our breathtaking planet ! Feel free to contact me if you wish to be guided and live an unique experience up in the mountains.

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Are you looking for an exciting and unique multi-pitch climb? I propose here an interesting **2-day program**: reaching the **Ailefroide Orientale summit**!

This stunning peak lies in the **Ecrins massif,** in the region of the Hautes-Alpes. It is **3847 meters high** and it offers breathtaking views from the top. It is renowned as one of the most beautiful climbing spots in the world.

This great climb **combines rock, ice and snow**.  It offers an intermediate difficulty level and you need to be in good physical shape in order to join this ascent.

Our meeting point will be the Ailefroide Village. From there we start climbing to the Sélé refuge, where we will spend the night. The next day we begin our ascent to the Ailefroide Orientale summit. Finally, we get back to the starting point enjoying an amazing descent.

##### These are some of the highlights of the Ailefroide Orientale climbing adventure:

*   It is a multi-pitch climb that includes rock, snow and ice
    
*   The guide ratio is 2:1, making it a very safe climb and allowing you to climb at your own pace
    
*   It offers the opportunity to discover a beautiful place with stunning scenery and incredible landscapes.
    

**If you want to join me on this great climb, just send me a request. Book your trip and let’s start planning you ascent to the Ailefroide Orientale summit!**

Join this 2-day multi-pitch climb in one of the best climbing spots of the Ecrins Massif: the Ailefroide Orientale summit, along with IFMGA-certified guide Jean.

Ailefroide Orientale 2-day climb in the Ecrins Range. 2-day trip. Certified guide

Ailefroide Orientale 2-day climb in the Ecrins Range

**Join me in one of the most renown ski traverses in the world. An incredible alpine tour from Chamonix to Zermatt.**

I propose a 6-day program during which we will enjoy an amazing ski traverse from Chamonix, in France, to Zermatt, home of the Matterhorn summit in Switzerland.

This trip travels through incredible alpine valleys, passes and glaciers, crossing the most spectacular mountain terrain in the world. Every year, thousands of skiers visit Europe to do this famous ski touring traverse.

During our journey, we will spend nights at high mountain huts situated in different villages that we will traverse. It's indeed a great opportunity to get in touch with the local culture and people from all over the world.

Some of the highlights of the mythical Haute Route, from Chamonix to Zermatt, are the following:  
– The best ski touring spots through the Alps, from Mt Blanc to Matterhorn.  
– Incredible and stunning views every day.  
– Accommodation in real high mountain huts.

This program is for competent skiers, with prior ski touring experience in all snow conditions. Additionally, it is important to be in very good physical shape. Of course, we have to always keep in mind that the program will depend on the weather and snow conditions.

A 6-day alpine tour along the most beautiful landscapes in a unique natural setting full of stories and culture. It's a real ski traverse in the Alps.

**Do you want to live a different and unique experience? Here it is! Don't hesitate in getting in touch with me if you are tempted by this amazing program. It will be my great pleasure to share such an adventure with you and help you discover such beautiful places.** And for a different ski touring program, [have a look at this one at the Névache Valley](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/nevache-valley-guided-ski-touring/).

The Haute Route is a legendary expedition in the Alps for ski touring! Join Jean, an IFMGA guide in a fantastic 6-day ski traverse from Chamonix to Zermatt.

Chamonix to Zermatt 6-day Haute Route ski tour. 6-day trip. Certified guide

Chamonix to Zermatt 6-day Haute Route ski tour

#### the ascent of aiguille verte is one of my FAVORITe mountaineering courses  in the mont blanc range. why don’t you join me in this unforgettable adventure…

I propose a 3-day climbing program to the emblematic Aiguille Verte of the French Alps. It is 4122 meters high and from its top, it is possible to appreciate incredible views of the Mont Blanc range.

##### Some of the highlights of this amazing climbing program are the following:

*   Great climb with varied terrain (snow, rock, ice)
    
*   It’s a mythical summit full of fascinating stories. Also lies in a really beautiful and natural setting .
    
*   Guiding by an IFMGA certified mountain guide with prior experience in multi-pitch climbing.
    

The ascent has a high technical difficulty due to the varied terrain (rock, snow, ice). That’s why is important that climbers that want to participate have a very good physical condition.

> “Before the Verte we were alpinists, after the Verte we become Mountaineers”, said Gaston Rébuffat, a famous mountain lover.

The ascent will be done via the Aiguille du Moine. Find below some details about this 3-day program:

During the first day we will hike up to **Le Refuge du Couvercle** where we will spend 2 nights. The climb will take place on the second day. It’s a demanding ascent, but once on the top we will appreciate the beauty of the landscapes surrounding. The arrival to the summit provides you with an extraordinary feeling!

The descent, by the same itinerary, still requires as much energy as the ascent. We will spend a second night in the refuge. On the third and last day, we’ll finish our descent to take the Montenvers train and lastly return to home.

**So, feel free to contact me if you have any interest in this adventurous climb of the Aiguille Verte. It will be a great pleasure for me to share an amazing time together! You will live a really unique experience in your life and see most probably one of the best mountain views. Don’t miss this opportunity and just join me!**

I invite you to join me in a great 3-day program, climbing the Aiguille Verte summit. You will enjoy one of the most beautiful views of Mt Blanc massif.

Climbing Aiguille Verte via Aiguille du Moine. 3-day trip. Certified guide

Climbing Aiguille Verte via Aiguille du Moine

As an experienced mountain guide and ski instructor, I take my clients on many different adventures. But my favourite activity is, without a doubt, **rock climbing**! In this occasion I propose you join me in an unforgettable **multi-pitch climbing trip in the Alps**. 

This is not a fixed program. In fact, I will customize it completely according to your wishes and your level. Indeed, this trip is apt for people of all levels. Please note that I only guide groups of up to 2 people to ensure the best overall attention.

For example, we can explore the famous walls of **Chamonix**, or **Serre Chevalier**, close to where I grew up. And many more places, you name it!

But the options don’t stop in the Alps. I can also guide you in unforgettable climbing trips around the world. Do you dream with climbing adventures in **Greece, Morocco, Turkey** or **Thailand**? I can’t wait to take you there!

**Are you up for a spectacular multi-pitch climbing trip? Then please contact me and let’s explore the best routes of the world together!**

Jean Benoit, IFMGA certified mountain guide, in his favourite activity: climbing! Try multi-pitch climbing with him in the Alps, or around the world!

Guided multi-pitch climbing in the Alps. Rock Climbing trip. Certified guide

Guided multi-pitch climbing in the Alps

#### **Join me on a 2-day alpine traverse to La Meije, one of the most emblematic summits of the Ecrins Massif in France.**

La Meije is located in the Hautes-Alpes and it is **the second highest peak of the Ecrins Massif.** It is **3984 meters high** and from its summit you will get breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

I propose a 2-day tour during which we will enjoy a **demanding but absolutely rewarding alpine traverse**. If you are in good shape we can do it in two days, but it can also be done in three days if you need more time. You will find below the details about this 2-day programme:

The first day starts at the foot of the cable car of La Grave, a small but famous ski resort situated in the village that receives the same name. Then we will climb through the rocks to the glacier that leads us to the pass. From there, we will get to the refuge where we will spend the night.

The next day, we will start climbing to La Meije. The trip continues with a few more climbing steps between La Grave valley and the Berarde village. Reaching the “Doigt de Dieu” summit will be another goal for us during this traverse.

Finally, we will enjoy a great descent to the renowned Eagle refuge, where we can spend the night or just continue descending to La Grave where our trip finishes.

##### These are some of the highlights of this amazing tour around La Meije:

*   You will have the guidance of an IFMGA certified and experienced mountain guide
    
*   The guide ratio is 1:1, so you will get all the atention you need from your guide
    
*   It is an intense and amazing climb, that combines a great variety of terrain. Furthermore, it is a great opportunity to discover the natural beauty this country offers.
    

**Find this climbing traverse around La Meije interesting? Then send me a request, book your trip, and reach the summit of this beautiful peak in the French Alps!**

Enjoy a great climbing traverse around La Meije and reach the summit of this beautiful mountain, one of the most emblematic peaks of the Ecrins Massif. Jean, an IFMGA certified guide, takes you on this 2-day trip.

La Meije 2-day guided climbing traverse. 2-day trip. Certified guide

La Meije 2-day guided climbing traverse

#### Ski touring around Névache, a popular and really mythical ski destination…

**Névache is a village situated in the Vallée de la Clarée**, next to Briançon and Montgenèvre in France. It is a **quiet and authentic village** with many options, specially if you are a nature lover.

This beautiful place offers a an **interesting and nice ski touring terrain with many options to choose based on the level of the group** and their wishes. As well as the trip duration. There is something for everyone!

Additionally, it is home of numerous mountain lakes and peaks over 3000 meters high making a really breathtaking scenery.

##### Here are the highlights of this amazing ski touring adventure through Névache in the Vallée de la Clarée:

*   A great ski touring terrain in a really mystical atmosphere.
    
*   Possibility of climb some peaks and enjoy some trekking tours too.
    
*   Accommodation in mountain huts, really cozy.
    
*   Guide ratio 4:1
    
*   Guiding by an IFMGA certified mountain guide with ski touring experience.
    
*   The program duration can vary according to participants desires as well as their skiing level.
    

This tour in Névache is **available for skiing beginners as well as slightly experience skiers**. Regarding the technical level, you only need to be familiar with skiing any piste. You don’t need to have prior experience, though a little bit of it in ski touring is always helpful. Further, it is important to be in a good physical shape.

**So, if you have any interest in coming to this area, you can’t miss the opportunity to live this great ski touring experience. Feel free to contact me to discuss about your desires and the options I can offer you. I will be glad to be your guide and share a great ski tour moment together. The Vallée de la Clarée and me are waiting for you!**

Jean, an IFMGA certified mountain guide wants to invite you to a great ski touring in Névache in Vallée de la Clarée. An ideal program for all ski levels!

Névache Valley guided ski touring. 4-day trip. Certified guide

Névache Valley guided ski touring

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