3-day Mont Blanc ascent with acclimatization
Join Carlos, IFGMA/UIAGM mountain guide, on this exciting 3-day Mont Blanc guided ascent in Chamonix and experience one of the most famous mountaineering challenges in France!
Alps
3 Days
Jun, Jul, Sep
High
Intermediate
Highlights
* Climb Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps
* Experience stunning alpine scenery
* Conquer the roof of Europe on this challenging and rewarding 3-day adventure
Description
Adventurers and mountaineers come every year from all around the world to reach the top of this mythical mountain. With its thundering glaciers and stunning alpine landscapes, Mont Blanc is bound to stun you on this 3-day guided ascent.
Our starting point will be at the charming mountain village of Chamonix. First, we’ll ascend to Pointe Lachenal for training and acclimatizing- Then, on our second day, we’ll start up on one of Mont Blanc’s classic routes. Although it is considered the easiest way to reach the summit of this stunning peak, its high altitude and elevation gain will require good physical and technical preparation. You can find a detailed itinerary below!
Climbing to the top of Mont Blanc, the highest peak of the Alps, is a dream for most mountain lovers. So if you are ready to join me on this fantastic 3-day guided ascent, send your request. I guarantee this will be a unique experience!
If you are looking for more unforgettable experiences in France take a look at this 1+day guided rock climbing in Chamonix.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
The price does not include the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets, etc).
Price does not include: transport, lifts, accommodation and meals.
- Renting piolet, harness, crampons and helmet for 1 person: 30 EUR per day.
- Accommodation at the Tete Rousse hut for 2 plus their guide: 220 EUR (110 EUR per person).
- Train to get to the Nid d´Aigle: 30 EUR per person
- Grands Montets cable car (for the first day of acclimatization): 30 EUR per person.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chamonix - Teté Rousse Hut
Early in the morning, we’ll check our equipment in Chamonix. Once we are all ready, we’ll take the cable car that goes up to Bellevue (1794 m) from Les Houches.
From there, we’ll take the Mont Blanc Train that will take us to the Nid d’Aigle (2380 m) where we’ll start trekking. From Nid d’Aigle we have between 2 and 3 hours of approach to the Tête Rousse Refuge located at 3165m.
Finally, we will spend the night at the Tête Rousse refugee.
We will save about 800 meters of positive height gain, which depending on the season can have snow from the same train to the shelter or be completely dry.
Slope: + 800m -0m / Time: 2-3h
Day 2: Tête Rousse Refuge - Mont Blanc (4810 m) - Chamonix
After a rather short night, we will get up at 5 in the morning to have breakfast and get to work. A long day awaits.
We’ll take the ascent through the Goûter route, which will take us around 8 hours.
Then, we will descend to the Goûter Hut (3800 meters/ 3 hours), where we will spend the second night.
Slope: + 1650m -2500m / Time: 12-15h
Day 3: Goûter Hut - Chamonix
On our last day, we will have breakfast at the refuge at 7am and begin the descent from Nid d’Aigle to Chamonix.
Elevation gain: 1400m.
Details
More info
I can recommend accommodation in Chamonix for before/after the ascent. Hotel Le Vert and Chamoniard Volant are two good, budget-friendly options.
I recommend an extra day of acclimatization to be well prepared for the summit, such as: Vallee Blanche 1-day traverse, Aiguille du Tour, Mont Blanc du Tacul, Arête des Cosmiques, Pointe Lachenal, etc.
3 days Mont Blanc ascent + 1 day of acclimatization: 880 EUR. 3 days Mont Blanc ascent + 2 days of acclimatization (1 night at the hut): 990 EUR.
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About the guide
Carlos
4.80
(37)
Mountain Guide
IFGMA/UIAGM Guide from Chile
I have extensive experience guiding in the Andes and Europe. I am a resident in Chile, Spain and Chamonix. I am very sociable and motivated. I am always available for projects in the mountains.
Languages
French | English
What people are saying about this trip
Gregory
5.00
The whole trip was excellent. Explore share did a great job coordinating. Carlos is an experienced guide and effective teacher. I felt safe with him the whole time we were on the mountain. The weather was terrific and we summited just as expected. I highly recommend Carlos Vasquez for Mont Blanc.
Florian
5.00
Carlos was a professional and committed guide! We had three great days. He was friendly and guided us savely up to mt blanc. i dont understand the one bad rating carlos got. In my opinion it think it was an bloody amateur which shouldnt have been on mt blanc in the first place. Let me say one thing. If you have no experience on higher mountains and in climbing in general, there is no place for you on mt blanc. train hard, prepare and come with the right expectation!
Scott
5.00
Everything was as agreed.
Andrejs
4.00
Bit more trouble with booking, it blocked amount from credit card two times. Guide was professional and made climb very enjoyable
Arthur
5.00
El guía Carlos, siempre fue muy atento y responsable en lo que compete a sus funciones, nunca me sentí desconfiado o desprotegido. Posee un alto conocimiento técnico asi también como una gran experiencia como guía. estoy sumamente agradecido pues su perfil fue muy acertado para mi persona. 100% recomendados para cualquier otra persona que busque un guía. El servicio brindados por Uds. la organización Explore-share tambien esta bien bien puntuado, siempre me proporcionaron informacion clara, transparente y real. 100% recomendados
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