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Zermatt Guided Ski Touring
Come to Zermatt and enjoy one of a variety of different ski tours in the glorious Alps Mountain Range with IFMGA Certified Mountain Guide Herbert.
Description
Join me for a Ski Tour on one of the many peaks near Zermatt in the Swiss Alps.
What makes this trip so amazing is the array of options it gives you. Every option has its own Unique Characteristics and will give you Unique Memories as a result. Whatever you hope to gain on a ski tour in the Alps, I can offer options that will definitely leave you satisfied. Whether you are looking for something challenging that requires experience or something easy that doesn’t require any. Or you want to take a Ski Tour on a Glacier or be able to see the famed Matterhorn. Whatever you are looking for, there is a tour for you.
The list of ski tours offered includes:
1) An introduction Ski Tour to Schwarztor (3,730m), a classic glacier tour.
2) Traversata (3,492m), a combination between Ski Touring and Fixed Rope Trail.
3) Pfulwe (3,155m), a perfect Tour for Beginners.
4) Furggjoch (3,271m), the ideal tour for people who love Spring Snow Slopes.
5) Trjiftisattel (3,250m) a tour where you traverse no less than 4 Glaciers.
And if none of those tours fits exactly what you want, or you want to go for a tour in a different area, you can contact me and we will figure something out. Because in Zermatt, with the help of the gorgeous Swiss Alps, there is something for everybody.
So come and join me on one of the many, varied, unique ski tours offered throughout the Zermatt area. You will get to enjoy, see and experience all of the wonders of the Swiss Alps while skiing the powder of some of its best peaks.
I’ll be awaiting your message.
And if you want to join me for Ice Climbing in the Zermatt area, you can also join me here.
Details
Disclaimer Prices and program are subject to change. Trips can be set up upon request, availability is all year round. |
More info Compulsory Equipment includes, Rucksack, 30 litre with ski fixing system, Strap to tie the skies together, skis with touring bindings*, Skins*, Ski crampons*, Ski poles and spare basket*, Lightweight Shovel*, Probes*, transceiver with new batteries 457mHz*, Touring trousers, Waterproof, breathable jacket with hood, fleece jacket or jumper, Gloves, shirt, Ski socks, Warm hut, Sun glasses with side protection, Sun Screen factor >25, Lip balm factor >15, Flask or water bottle about 1 litre, no camel bag. Additional equipment for tours with glacier includes Harness* and Sling (120cm)*. Additional equipment for Traversata includes, Harness* set for fixed rope routes and crampons with front points*. All items with a * can be rented. Remember to pack just what you need, as you will need to carry everything with you. |
Meeting point I can meet you at the bottom of one of the cable cars. |
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About the guide
I am a nature lover who made his hobbies and passion into his profession. I possess only international recognized qualifications. As I am active in the mountains the whole year round my goal is to complement the programmes of the local organizations. My desire is to share with you my joy on the mountains, my knowledge, my experience and to make your stay in Zermatt to an unforgettable experience.
In the following pages you will find a few suggestions and ideas for your holiday in Zermatt. If my ideas or suggestions do not meet your demands, please do not hesitate to let me know what you would like to do and I will create your own personal programme. I am not only active in Zermatt but also everywhere where outdoor activities can be done. It would be a pleasure to accompany you safely and competently in the mountains.
What people are saying about Herbert Luethi
Harry Smith
5.00
August 2020
Scott Walton
4.00
March 2020
We were group of 3 with Herbert to the Monte Rosa drop off location. Our group has done lots of heli-skiing, cat skiing, and hiked routes. What we look for in guides is 1) safety 2) matching route to technical ability 3) advice in complex sections 4) having a personality and making the day fun. On safety: Herbert did a good safety briefing and told us where to position ourselves relative to his tracks, that was the extent of his safety. One of our group members fell part-way into a crevasse and was dangling on the ice wall, and he leisurely pulled out his rope to throw it down even after being told there was a very far drop. He routinely skiied out-of-sight of the entire group even in more dangerous sections. If someone had fallen through again, there was no rescuing them as he was the only one with the safety gear. On matching the route the technical ability of the group he did fine, the only part that was an issue was the very long flat ski out (he warned us about this, so we knew it ahead of time, I wouldn\'t do this route again because of this). On advice/tips for complex routes, he had nothing to offer, and was annoyed when you asked him questions, the only thing he said was \"lean forward on your skiis\", and didn\'t try to help anyone who had challenges. On the last part, personality, this was the worst. He was extremely annoyed that he had to help the person out of the crevasse, and even more annoyed that a snowboarder in our group was slower in the flat section. He complained to other ski guides that passed by that he was late for his lunch. When we stopped to break and took pictures he asked us to stop wasting time with taking our phones out. When we asked him if we should bring water (for a 5 hour ski) he said it\'s no necessary, which was crazy. Overall, it really put a damper on the entire experience, we spent a lot of money and came from Canada to experience this, and he nearly ruined it. He\'s a really good technical skiier, but has no patience nor does he put an ounce of effort in to making it fun or making people feel safe.
Thomas Reid
5.00
March 2018
My wife and I had an incredible day with Herbert in Zermatt. Our guide did an excellent job of adjusting the skiing to fit our ability. Would not hesitate to highly recommend Herbert.....thank you for an epic memory.
Prices per person
Group of 1 | CHF 620 each |
Group of 2 | CHF 310 each |
Group of 3 | CHF 225 each |
Group of 4 | CHF 180 each |
Group of 5 | CHF 150 each |
Group of 6 | CHF 135 each |
Want a different number of travellers?
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
-- The price of the Schwarztor tour is 550 CHF for 1 or 2 people. The walk time is 1 and a half hours. The ascent is 100m, and the descent is 1,860m.
-- The price of the Traversata tour is 550 CHF for 1 or 2 people. The walk time is between 2 and a half to 3 hours. The ascent is 250m and the descent is 1440m.
-- The price of the Pfulwe tour is 550 CHF for 1 or 2 people. The walk time is 2 hours. The ascent is 555m, and the descent is 1,715m.
-- The price of the Furggjoch tour is 550 CHF for 1 or 2 people. The walk time is 2 hours. The ascent is 510m, and the descent is 1,265m.
-- The price of the Trjiftisattel tour is 550 CHF for 1 or 2 people. The walk time is 1 and a half hours. The ascent is 310m, and the descent is 1,380m.
-- The price for the Aebihorn tour is 690 CHF for 1 or 2 people. The walk time is 4 and a half hours. Ascent is 1,300m and descent is 1,300m.
-- For each trip, there is a fee of 40 CHF for each additional person that will be charged up to a maximum of 6 people, except for the Trjiftisattel tour which only goes to a maximum of 4 people.
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The guide was very knowledgeable.