Monte Rosa Private Guided Ascent

For functional clothing, you'll need a Gore-Tex jacket or other waterproof and breathable jacket, waterproof pants for rain, and a warm jacket (preferably primaloft, as it withstands water). A light fleece and short-sleeved quick-drying shirts are essential, as well as elastic pants for colder days and trekking pants. Bring thermal pants and shirts, along with underwear and spare clothes.

For climbing gear, bring crampons, a climbing harness, three safety carabiners, a 120 cm sling, an ice ax (between 55 and 66 cm), and a climbing helmet. If you don't have your own climbing gear, you can rent it in Chamonix.

For your head, pack a light running cap, wool hat, neck gaiter, and ski mask. Your hands will need thin fleece gloves, leather gloves, and thermal gloves or mittens with high resistance.

For your feet, bring two pairs of merino ski socks (one thin, one thick), light trail shoes or hiking boots, mountaineering boots, and gaiters if your boots don't have integrated ones.

A 30-liter mountain backpack and a small travel bag for your documents and wallet are required. For shelter material, a silk sleeping bag is mandatory, and don't forget earplugs.

In terms of accessories, you'll need a headlamp with spare batteries, sunscreen, lip balm, and after-sun lotion. For food and drink, bring at least a 1-liter water bottle or thermos. If using a Camelbak, bring an auxiliary bottle in case the tube freezes. Pack snacks, energy bars, protein bars, mixed nuts, magnesium tablets, and recovery supplements.

For travel gear, include casual clothes, ID or passport, visa, cash, insurance documents, vaccination card, microfiber towel, first aid kit, and any necessary medications. A thermal blanket, mobile phone with route tracking, watch, power bank, camera, charging cables, earphones, and selfie stick will also be needed.