Alps, 3 Day Advanced Ski Mountaineering Course
Master the art of ski mountaineering on this advanced level 3 day course on the peaks of the Alps with Enrico, an IFMGA certified guide.
Private
Alps
3 Days
Feb - Apr
High
Intermediate
Description
Ski Mountaineering in the Alps is one of the most thrilling things you can do in the range’s mighty peaks.
On this amazing 3 day advanced level course, I will teach you the high level techniques that are crucial for successful ski mountaineering. And because this course takes place in the Alps, anywhere from France and Italy to Switzerland, you will get to put what you learn into immediate practice.
There are a number of fantastic, and famous, ski spots to choose from on this adventure. Some examples of where we can go include the following.
Monte Rosa Massif
Mont Blanc Massif
Gran Paradiso
Piedmont
Some of the main things we will cover during this 3 day course include how to plan multi-day ski mountaineering trips and how to venture on more complex and steeper terrain. You will also learn how to properly navigate with maps, compasses and GPS. Moreover, a big priority on this course will be safety and self-rescue, along with avalanche awareness. This is because the more intense and challenging the trip, the more important safety becomes.
Participants should have previous ski mountaineering experience, proper ski descent technique and be in good physical condition.
It is my goal by the end of this course that you are able to enjoy some of the most exciting and challenging ski mountaineering trips available. So send me a request if you want to have a great time, while learning a tremendous amount of crucial techniques for advanced level ski mountaineering.
I also offer an introductory level 4 day version of this course as well.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- The price does not include the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets, etc).
- The price does NOT include lodging, meals, and/or transportation for both clients and the guide. We can provide lodging at B&B Maison de la montagne (http://www.maisondelamontagne.net/) when based down the valley.
Meeting point
Details
More info
Skill level: intermediate to advanced. Participants should either have or rent the following the items: artva, pala, probe, first aid kit, spray adhesive, sturdy tape, skis appropriate for ski mountaineering, ski boots, skins, appropriate ski mountaineering clothing. According to the new directives of the Aosta Valley Regional College, insurance for recovery in the event of an accident is in charge of the customer and can be purchased by registering with the ITALIAN ALPINE CLUB (or corresponding local alpine club) or on the UVGAM website (https://pos.larcasrl.it/default.aspx?IDCON=926 ).
About the guide
Enrico & Guides' Team
4.9
(29)
Mountain Guide
Enrico and IFMGA Guides’ team
At the age of 15, I knew I wanted to become a mountain guide, I wanted to live in the mountains, teach and share my new passion with everyone. In 2006 I realized my dream and I became a professional certified mountain guide.
I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience with my clients, embarking on a journey that slowly transforms the guide-client relationship into a climbing partner and often a lasting friendship. I am not and never will be a lone climber but "a fellow explorer”. My specialty is certainly climbing on ice and mixed terrain at high altitude.
With my clients I have climbed the most difficult faces in the Alps, explored mountain ranges, and traveled across America, Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Now I share all this with a group of friends and highly qualified, professional guides who will be pleased to lead and teach you whenever I am not available.
If I trust them…you can trust them too!
Languages
Italian | French | English
Certificates
IFMGA
What people are saying about Enrico & Guides' Team
Anna
Florence
Trip of a lifetime, thank you!
Eiffel
Manuel took us on a 4 day trip through the French Alps climbing different routes on different terrain. Amazing adventure. Thanks Enrico and Team for coordinating.
Ian
Fantastic guide, very flexible and adapted to the conditions each day. Great recommendations for restaurants too.
Ben
Enrico is a great guy and a brilliant mountain guide. He is easy to get on with and focused on developing the skills I needed to develop, adapting the itinerary to my needs and was able to provide a very worthwhile few days even in less than ideal conditions.
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