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SWS

4.9

(32)

Mountain Guide

Mount Shasta, California

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IFMGA 

AMGA 

Since 1981, we have been California's leader in guided mountaineering. From the Eastern Sierra to Mt. Shasta, we guide all of California 14ners and internationally.

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4.9

(14)

Climb Mt. Whitney via the Mountaineer’s Route Summer/Fall

The expert guides from SWS will lead you on this truly epic and awesome 3-day climb of Mount Whitney in the summer via the Mountaineer’s Route, a popular and classic trail that takes you through some of the most unique landscapes and terrain in California.
FromUSD 1833 per person

3 days

Beginner

Intermediate

Next group dates:

7 Aug, 22 Aug, 25 Aug, 12 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct, 12 Jun 2027, 15 Jun 2027, 18 Jun 2027, 26 Jun 2027, 30 Jun 2027, 3 Jul 2027, 6 Jul 2027, 9 Jul 2027, 13 Jul 2027, 24 Jul 2027, 30 Jul 2027, 3 Aug 2027, 7 Aug 2027, 14 Aug 2027, 17 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 24 Aug 2027, 1 Sep 2027, 4 Sep 2027, 7 Sep 2027, 10 Sep 2027, 14 Sep 2027, 18 Sep 2027, 22 Sep 2027, 25 Sep 2027, 28 Sep 2027, 1 Oct 2027

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5.0

(7)

Climb to the summit of Mt. Shasta in California via Avalanche Gulch, 2 days

Join an IFMGA-certified mountain guide for a scenic and informative 2-day mountaineering expedition up to the summit of Mt Shasta via Avalanche Gulch. Take in the incredible alpine scenery of the California Cascade Range and learn important mountaineering skills along the way.
FromUSD 1509 per person

2 days

Beginner

High

Next group dates:

1 May 2027, 8 May 2027, 15 May 2027, 22 May 2027, 29 May 2027, 5 Jun 2027, 11 Jun 2027, 12 Jun 2027, 19 Jun 2027, 26 Jun 2027, 3 Jul 2027

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3.0

(1)

3-day Introduction to mountaineering with Mt. Shasta summit via Avalanche Gulch

Join an IFMGA-certified mountain guide for this incredibly fun, scenic and informative 3-day mountaineering course. Learn the basics of this incredible sport right on the slopes of Mt Shasta and finish off the course with an ascent of the mountain via Avalanche Gulch.
FromUSD 1725 per person

3 days

First time

High

Next group dates:

24 Jul, 25 Jul, 26 Jul

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Climb Mt. Shasta in California via the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge route, 3 days

Ascend the Cascade Range on Mount Shasta via the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge on a 3-day climb with fully-qualified SWS Mountain Guides.
FromUSD 1725 per person

3 days

Intermediate

Very high

Next group dates:

24 Jul, 25 Jul, 31 Jul

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Mt. Shasta late summer ascent via the Clear Creek Route, 2 days

Join an IFMGA-certified mountain guide for this challenging yet fun and scenic 2-day ascent of northern California's Mt Shasta via the Clear Creek Route. Hike, scramble and climb your way to the top of California's fifth highest mountain and enjoy great views all along the way.
FromUSD 1509 per person

2 days

Beginner

High

Next group dates:

24 Jul, 25 Jul, 25 Jul, 31 Jul, 1 Aug, 7 Aug, 8 Aug

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Mexico Volcanoes, 10-day Expedition from Puebla with summit on Pico de Orizaba (5,636m)

Come and enjoy a 10-day trekking expedition from Puebla that will take you to the summit of the beautiful Pico de Orizaba with one of our experienced mountain guides.
FromUSD 4536 per person

10 days

Intermediate

Very high

Next group dates:

21 Oct, 22 Nov, 27 Dec

1-day Ski mountaineering clinic at the Bear Valley Ski Resort in California

Come and join one of our mountain guides for a full-day ski mountaineering clinic at the beautiful Bear Valley Ski Resort in California.
FromUSD 244 per person for 3 travellers

1 day

Advanced

High

Availability:

Jan - Jun, Dec

15-day Everest Base Camp trek with optional hike to Kala Patthar in Nepal

Join one of our experienced mountain guides for an amazing 15-day trekking expedition to the Everest Base Camp with an optionalhike to Kala Patthar in Nepal.
FromUSD 3779 per person

15 days

Intermediate

High

Availability:

Apr, Oct, Nov

3-day alpine climbing camp for beginners in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains

The certified guides from SWS Mountain Guides take you on this awesome 3-day alpine climbing camp for beginners in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, a spectacular locale where you will learn the basic skills, techniques and confidence needed to indulge in mountain climbing.
FromUSD 1725 per person

3 days

Beginner

Intermediate

Availability:

Jun - Sep

3-day Backcountry ski tour in northern CA – Lassen Volcanic National Park, Castle Lake & Mt. Shasta

This 3-day backcountry ski tour in Northern California, entailing Lassen Volcanic National Park, Castle Lake & Mt. Shasta, is led by the certified guides from SWS Mountain Guides, who will take you to the most thrilling and fun backcountry sections of the region.
FromUSD 1725 per person

3 days

Intermediate

High

Availability:

May, Jun

3-day Crevasse rescue course on Mt. Shasta (Hotlum Glacier) in California

Join a certified mountain guide for this scenic and informative 3-day glacier climbing and crevasse rescue course on the Hotlum Glacier of Mt Shasta. Learn all the necessary skills to conquer all the iconic volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest and enjoy stunning views along the way.
FromUSD 1617 per person

3 days

Intermediate

High

Availability:

Jul - Sep

3-day Level II alpine climbing camp in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains

This 3-day Level II alpine climbing camp in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains is led by the certified guides from SWS Mountain Guides, who will teach you more advanced mountaineering skills and techniques against the backdrop of a stunning and peaceful part of California.
FromUSD 1865 per person

3 days

Intermediate

High

Availability:

Jun - Sep

5-day glacier training course with northside summit on Mt. Shasta, CA

Upgrade your mountaineering skills on a thrilling 5-day glacier training course on Mount Shasta, California, with fully-qualified SWS Mountain Guides.
FromUSD 2373 per person

5 days

Beginner

High

Availability:

Jul - Sep

Avalanche Course in California, A3 Level 1

Join us on this A3 Avalanche Level 1 Course, a comprehensive program for winter terrain enthusiasts to learn how to stay safe in avalanche country. Over 26 hours of instruction with classroom lectures, videos, discussions, and field exercises.
FromUSD 730 per person

3 days

Beginner

High

Availability:

Jan - Mar, Dec

Backcountry skiing and splitboarding for experts in “The Zones” at Bear Valley Ski Resort, CA

Join a certified mountain guide for this unforgettable 1-day backcountry skiing and splitboarding experience in Bear Valley, California. Head out into "The Zones", deep in the backcountry of the Sierra Nevada, and take advantage of this truly unique skiing experience.
FromUSD 244 per person for 3 travellers

1 day

Advanced

High

Availability:

Jan - Apr

5.0

(1)

Castle Crags rock climbing in northern California, near Mt. Shasta

This rock climbing adventure at Castle Crags in Northern California, near Mt. Shasta, is an unbeatable climbing trip, and the certified guides from SWS Mountain Guides will make it a great experience, as the abundance of climbs, few crowds and tranquil surrounds make for some of the best rock climbing in California.
FromUSD 365 per person for 2 travellers

1 day

Beginner

Intermediate

Availability:

Apr - Jun, Sep, Oct

Charlotte Dome “South Face”, Technical climbing in Kings Canyon National Park, CA (2 days)

Accompany one of our experienced mountain guides for a 2-day climbing adventure on the Charlotte Dome's South Face in the gorgeous Kings Canyon National Park in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.
FromUSD 2049 per person

2 days

Intermediate

High

Availability:

All year

The classic Sierra High Route ski tour from Kings Canyon National Park to Shepherd Pass, CA (8 days)

This trip follows the classic Californian Sierra High Route ski tour from Kings Canyon National Park to Sheperd Pass, where over the course of 8 days the certified guides from SWS Mountain Guides will lead you through some of the mightiest and most majestic peaks in the state, with gorgeous alpine scenery everywhere.
FromUSD 4319 per person

8 days

Advanced

High

Availability:

May

Climb the West Face of Mt. Shasta in California, 3 days

Join an IFMGA-certified mountain guide for this challenging but scenic 3-day mountaineering expedition up the West Face of Mt Shasta. Challenge yourself on a slightly more difficult route, but enjoy more solitude and amazing views all the way up.
FromUSD 1725 per person

3 days

Beginner

High

Availability:

Apr - Jun

Climbing Mt. Humphreys, Technical route to the summit in the Sierra Nevada (2 days)

Come and spend 2 days climbing the beautiful Mount Humphreys to the summit in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California with one of our experienced mountain guides.
FromUSD 1509 per person

2 days

Intermediate

High

Availability:

All year

 

Reviews with photos

Simran is a passionate mountaineering guide. Fun and very professional.5
Simran is a passionate mountaineering guide. Fun and very professional.5

What people are saying about SWS

Brian

Ronald

Amazing time climbing Shasta with SWS Mountain Guides. Prioritize safety over everything else.

Javier

Muy profesional y seguro

Dan

Simran is a passionate mountaineering guide. Fun and very professional.

Simran is a passionate mountaineering guide. Fun and very professional.Simran is a passionate mountaineering guide. Fun and very professional.

Anns

Such a difficult, but the most amazing experience! Something you will never forget!

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