Breithorn ascent from Cervinia, Italy - All Inclusive

Question 1

Can I join a group?

Answer

Yes, you can choose to book a private tour or decide to join a group, to reduce the costs.

We have already confirmed and planned group trips, departing in 2023, on the following dates:

- 5/8/2023

- 15/8/2023

- 20/8/2023

- 26/8/2023

- 3/9/2023

Before confirming a group tour, please remember that you will share the ascent with other climbers, that could have a different fit and previous experience than you. The guide will be responsible for the entire team and in any case or reason, he could guarantee the summit, if only 1 participant has physical problems or isn’t enough fit to respect the timetable for ascent and descent. The decision to share a trip with others to reduce the total costs requires accepting to be part of a team, in which adaptation and capacity for mutual support are essential requirements for all participants.

If you evaluate your fitness level and your technical skills as too low or inadequate to the abilities and efforts that this ascent requires, you probably should take the PRIVATE trip, as the best option for you.

Question 2

How far in advance should I start training and what kind of training do you suggest?

Answer

In the months leading up to the trip, we recommend some training to improve your endurance and your cardiovascular fitness. When you confirm the trip, we will send you specific recommendations about the training.

Question 3

At what time does the trip start? At what time will we be back to the parking area?

Answer

The meeting with the guide on the first day will be around 7.00-7.30 am at the ticket office of the cable car. The trip will take 6-7 hours in total. We go back to the parking area at around 3.00-3.30 pm.

Question 4

What is the best time of the year to climb this mountain?

Answer

The best time to realize this adventure is between June and October.

Question 5

Will there be porters to help to carry group and personal equipment?

Answer

Absolutely no porters are expected for this ascent. Each participant should bring a personal backpack and technical equipment, including a thermos for tea/water and energy bars/dried fruit and energy food for the trip.

Question 6

Will I need to bring any technical equipment of my own? Is it possible to rent equipment, and if so, what would be the approximate cost of that?

Answer

The technical equipment is included in this trip. We will provide it to you on the day of departure during the initial briefing. The equipment consists of the helmet, harness, ice axes, crampons, and trekking poles. In addition, the guide will bring the common safety material, such as rope and carabiners.

Question 7

What happens in the event of bad weather?

Answer

Please consider that weather and conditions can change unexpectedly and, especially in recent years due to climate change, there are not always the best conditions for a safe ascent. In such cases, because your and our safety is our priority, we will propose an alternative trip to nearby mountains with better conditions. Note that you are booking our availability for the duration of the tour, which means that it will not be possible to cancel due to poor conditions. We will be careful to arrange an experience that lives up to your expectations. We understand that this may be a frustrating outcome. However, safety is a top priority, and every mountain has a lesson to teach.

Question 8

What additional costs should I consider?

Answer

Renting of the boots (around 20-22€/day). If needed, the renting has to be done by the customers the day before the trip in one of the shops in Cervinia. We will send you more details in case of needing them.

Question 9

What is the guide-to-client ratio to climb this mountain?

Answer

The maximum number of clients per single Guide is five, thus giving a ratio of 1:5. This is the maximum number in order to ensure your safety and that of the guide. If you are in a group of more than five people, we have more guides available to undertake the adventure.

Question 10

Are there any other special requirements such as permits/insurance/vaccines that we need to consider before the tour?

Answer

Yes, there are several special requirements that you need to consider for this trip. Here are some of them:

- It is strongly recommended to have travel insurance that covers mountain activities, such as specific insurance for rescue and research; if you need one, after your confirmation, we can recommend some solutions suitable for you.

- There are no specific vaccine requirements for this trip, but it is always a good idea to check with your doctor or a travel clinic to make sure you are up to date on routine vaccinations. Also, there is no longer a need to provide proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19, or negative test results.

- We finally invite all non-EU citizens to inform themselves about specific permits to enter Italy.

Question 11

What experience and how fit do I need to be to climb this mountain? Is this program suitable for children or older people?

Answer

The Breithorn ascent doesn’t require any particular previous mountaineering experience. On the contrary, this is the perfect choice for those seeking a first experience at 4,000 meters altitude. Of course, some previous knowledge and frequentation of the mountains are a plus.

Question 12

Is this trip suitable for children? Which is the minimum age for participants?

Answer

Yes, the ascent could be done even by young people (the minimum age is 12-14 years, depending on fitness and skills). They must be accompanied by at least 1 parent. We ask to both parents to fill and sign a release form for their children, with the privacy consent and self-declaration of responsibility.

Question 13

How can I reach the meeting point?

Answer

The meeting point is Breuil-Cervinia, in Aosta Valley (Italy). If you are not familiar with this area, let us give you some more information. Aosta Valley is the smallest but highest Italian region. This is the realm of the Alps. Here the most famous peaks of Europe arise: the Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, the Monte Rosa summits, the Gran Paradiso, and many other less-known.