Matterhorn Guided Climb from Cervinia, Italy
Challenge yourself on an adventure to summit the Matterhorn with a mountain guide, Europe's highest and most iconic peak! Start your adventure in Cervinia, easily accessible from major cities, where we'll embark on your climb through stunning alpine landscapes. Conquer this legendary mountain and reach new heights on this formidable quest!
Private
Alps
3 Days
Jun - Sep
Very high
Advanced
Highlights
Take on an exhilarating Matterhorn ascent via the Hornli ridge with an expert mountain guide
Rest and recharge at the Cervino Guide Refuge and Hornli Hutte.
Witness stunning alpine vistas throughout the journey.
Description
Dare to conquer the legendary Matterhorn! Embark on an exhilarating ascent via the Hornli ridge with an expert mountain guide by your side.
Our journey starts in Cervinia at 11am! We'll gather for a pre-climb briefing and ensure everyone's equipment is ready for the challenge ahead. Then, it's time to hit the trail! We'll begin our ascent towards the Cervino Guide Refuge, where we'll rest and prepare for the journey.
After conquering the initial climb, we'll take a thrilling descent by cable car from Trockner Steg to Schwarzsee. From there, we'll embark on a moderate climb through a scenic path, leading us to the Hornli Hutte, our mountain home for the night.
We'll wake up at the crack of dawn and continue onto our climb of the legendary Matterhorn. Ascend the legendary Hornli ridge, conquering its challenges with each step. After taking in the sublime views from atop this iconic mountain, descend along the same route, and celebrate your achievement with a well-deserved dinner and cozy overnight stay at the Hornli Hutte.
Embrace the changing scenery as you descend from the Matterhorn. Follow the Hornli ridge, soaking in the panoramic views from Schwarzsee. Ascend by cable car to Trockner Steg, and marvel at the vastness of the Teodulo glacier stretching before you. Finally, reaching Testa Grigia, we'll take the lifts back to Cervinia, where a well-deserved rest await.
Due to the difficult nature of this climb you'll need excellent cardiovascular endurance, strong legs and core, experience navigating steep terrain, and a successful completion of an advanced mountaineering program.
Join us on this unique opportunity - challenge yourself and summit this renowned titan! Contact us now to secure your spot!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Rope
- Crampons
- Harness
- Permit and entrance fees
Price details
The fee does not cover the following:
- Overnight stay for staff and guide on half board
- Personal and guide cable car expenses
- Travel expenses
- Snacks and any packed lunches or lunches in the refuge
- Personal mountaineering equipment
- Insurance
- Everything that is not listed in the "the price includes" section
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Cervinia
We'll meet in Cervinia at approximately 11am for briefing and a gear check. We'll then start our ascent to the Cervino Guide Refuge. After, we'll descend by cable car from Trockner Steg to Schwarzsee. Once there, we'll be taking an easy path up to the Hornli Hutte.
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the refuge.
Day 2: Ascend Matterhorn
Rise early to ascend the Matterhorn (4634m) via the iconic Hornli ridge. Descend along the same route to the Hornli Hutte for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Return to Cervinia
Descend to Schwarzsee following the ascent path, take the cable car up to Trockner Steg, and then hike on foot along the Teodulo glacier to reach Testa Grigia. From there, you will take the lifts back to Cervinia.
Equipment you will need to bring
Necessary gear • Layered clothing suitable for high mountains • Harness, crampons, ice axe, helmet (which can be rented on site) • Sunglasses (at least cat. 3, preferably 4), sun cream, hat, neck warmer, two pairs of snow gloves, Thermos or water depending on temperatures, 30/40 liter backpack • Waterproof high ankle mountain boots
FAQs
What technical-mountaineering skills are required for this Matterhorn ascent?
Excellent physical condition and involvement in sports, even at a non-competitive level
Previous experience on steep terrain
Successful completion of an Advanced internship with Adventure Dreamers or a similar mountaineering curriculum. For a comparison, you can refer to the specified article.
How fit do I need to be to climb Matterhorn?
Naturally, good physical fitness allows for faster progress.
Progressing above 4000m is more tiring than at lower altitudes due to the scarcity of oxygen.
If you have experience in mountain activities, including winter, and have already reached other 4000m peaks, you will be able to participate.
What exactly does the fee include?
The price includes:
- 3 days with an alpine guide
- Membership to the Adventure Dreamers group in your region, allowing you to participate in free self-organized activities with our members throughout the year.
However, it does not include nights and half-board in the huts, guide lunches, cable cars, transportation to the event locations, and the rental of ice axe, crampons, harness, and helmet.
Where will the Matterhorn climb take place?
The event will be held in the Matterhorn massif at the locations specified in the program. However, due to weather conditions, glacier conditions, and for safety reasons, the Alpine Guide reserves the right, at their sole discretion, to modify the program.
What happens in the event of bad weather?
If the guide forecasts bad weather, the event will be canceled. If the guide decides to proceed with the event because they believe there is a high chance of success and adequate safety conditions despite the weather, the event cost will not be refunded. No refunds will be given if a group member is unable to reach the summit or if the guide decides to descend due to the group's abilities or the weather conditions.
About the guide
Adventure Dreamers
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Guiding agency
The reality of "Adventure Dreamers" was born thanks to the crossing of paths of 4 boys who share the same passions: travels, mountains, skiing, climbing and sailing. Alessandro is a Roman entrepreneur, passionate about skiing and sailing. He takes care of the marketing and management of the site. Caterina, an educator who grew up in Bologna, loves working in contact with people and traveling the world. Luca, an all-round mountaineer, has chosen to live in the mountains, embarking on a career as a mountain guide. Jacopo, a mountain guide, yoga teacher and indology's student. Together with Caterina she takes care of the organization and management of events.
Why “Adventure Dreamers”? Because we need to dream and live adventures, which can enrich us and be shared with as many people who love sport, nature and are ready to grasp the riches that are around us.
How do we manage to organize these experiences? We have created a team of highly specialized guides and in synergy with tour operators, travel agencies and professionals in the tourism-sports sector we think and plan everything necessary to guarantee a unique and exclusive offer, with a good dose of adventure.
Today Adventure Dreamers is a company that organizes events in Italy and in some other countries around the world
Languages
Italian | French | English | German | Hindi
Certificates
UVGAM | IFMGA
What people are saying about Adventure Dreamers
Samuel
5.00
Super séjour avec Jacopo. Très sympathique et de bons conseils, nous avons été ravis de découvrir le glacier blanc et le dome de neige en sa companie. Je recommande à 100%!!
Jan
5.00
Excellent guide
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