Included: An ACMG-certified climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area Two, three, or four days of alpine climbing and mountaineering Helicopter transportation from the Squamish staging area to the starting point of your tour and back Wilderness camping permit Not included: Transportation to British Columbia Transportation from the airport to the Squamish staging area and back Mountain hut accommodations Personal alpine climbing equipment Food and alcoholic beverages

How fit do I need to be?

All alpine climbs are physically demanding. An objective that is too hard for you will also be less enjoyable, as well as more dangerous. Work on your fitness by walking up hills or in the gym. Mountain days are long, low-intensity exercise, which is hard to replicate in short gym sessions, so strength exercises (squats, step-ups, stair-climbing with a rucksack) are more useful than speed exercises (running, spinning).

What if I’ve never alpine climbed before?

These 2-4-day expeditions are geared for intermediate to advanced climbers with some alpine climbing experience. You have to be in very good physical condition, as well as comfortable traversing and climbing in challenging alpine and glaciated terrain. Your guide will help you improve your skills and coach you when things get more challenging.

Waiver and liability release

Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking. Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver . During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip. Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.

What about required equipment?

All technical climbing equipment can be rented from your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need: Helmet Headlamp Climbing harness Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.) Belay device with 4 locking carabiners 120 cm sling Ice screw (if you have one) Ice ax Mountaineering boots Crampons Personal Prusik For personal items, we recommend bringing: An internal frame backpack (20-30L) Duffel bag (50L) Sunglasses Synthetic or wool socks Quality base layers and bottoms Gore-tex or similar ski jacket Softshell pants Warm puffer jacket Synthetic or wool toque Brimmed cap Light gloves and insulated mitts Clothing for lounging around the hut Booties — slippers or trainers Sleeping bag rated between 0 and -5°C Warmer sleeping bag (for expeditions) Small pillow Tent (can be rented) Sleeping pad (can be rented) Battery pack Sunscreen and lip balm Camera — optional

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: The group size for these private climbs is usually between 1–2 climbers with one guide. Cost is per person and it doesn’t decrease as the group grows. Alpine climbing in the Tantalus Range can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 but older than 10 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. Minors younger than 10 are not allowed to join this tour. If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Squamish, BC, the starting point of this tour, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport 1 hour away. From there, you can rent a car or take a bus. Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, which will usually be at the staging area in Squamish. Then, you will be helicoptered out to Haberl Hut , the starting point of your tour. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner ! Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

Mount Tantalus | British Columbia

Alpine Climbing Tour in the Tantalus Range

From $2,040 ()

Duration

2-4 days

Season

July through September

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Things to know

Often overlooked for Squamish and the Chief, the Tantalus Range actually hosts some of the best climbing and mountaineering in Canada. With a wide range of granite spires, steep ridges, gleaming glaciers, and mixed routes of all grades, Tantalus accommodates every taste and skill level. The routes are accessed from high-mountain huts, which ensures extremely short approach times, as well as crowd-free climbs. You could take down one big objective a day! If you’re looking for time-efficient alpine thrills, it’s hard to find a better option. Find out more about alpine climbing in the Tantalus Range from Monte Johnston, ACMG Mountain Guide.

Adventure highlights

Tackle up to 4 world-class objectives in a single tour
Plenty of awesome, crowd-free climbs for all skill levels
Heli-accessed hut offers quick and easy approaches to the best routes

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2-Day Alpine Climbing Tour in the Tantalus Range

Join a certified local guide and take on 1-2 awesome alpine objectives in an epic weekend tour. Head to the cozy Haberl Hut between the Dione and Serratus mountains, and tackle summits appropriate for your skill level, such as the 5.6 Red Tusk or the 4th Class NW Buttress of Alpha. Your guide will help you choose the right routes and make sure you accomplish your goals.

Meet your guide at the Squamish staging area at 7:30. Go over the logistics of the tour, then take a helicopter ride to the hut/camping area to drop off your gear. Then, it’s onward to Zenith Col. From Zenith Col, make the traverse over the Tantalus range, and return to the hut/camping area for dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Wake up early, head out and conquer a close-by summit, such as the heavily-glaciated but extremely fun North Face of Serratus. Finish around 1 pm, and return back to the hut for the flight back to the staging area!

3-Day Alpine Climbing Tour in the Tantalus Range

One weekend isn’t enough for you? Explore the Tantalus Range’s alpine playground over 3 action-packed days! Looking for a challenging but manageable 5.6 peak to scale, or a technical 5.9 ridge you’ll need every tool in your box to traverse? Tantalus has it all and then some. Chopper in, stay in a well-equipped mountain hut and explore routes that suit your skill level.

Meet your guide at the Squamish staging area at 7:30. Go over the logistics of the tour, then take a helicopter ride to the hut/camping area to drop off your gear. Then, it’s onward to Zenith Col. From Zenith Col, make the traverse over the Tantalus range, and return to the hut/camping area for dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Get up at 5:30 and have a hearty breakfast. At 6:30, you’ll already be out the door on the lookout for a local peak like Dione. After reaching the summit, get back down and expect to be at your hut at around 3:30 pm. Dinner is at 5 pm, after which it’s up to you how you spend the rest of the day.
Have breakfast at around 5:30 am and prepare for another climb. At 6:30 am, start climbing to yet another peak like Serratus. This will be a shorter field day as it’s your last day in the Tantalus, so you’ll be back at the lodge at around 12:30 to pack up. Catch your ride back to town for a burger!

4-Day Alpine Climbing Tour in the Tantalus Range

Granite spires, snow-capped summits, endless ridges, glimmering glaciers — tackle them all in this 4-day alpine climbing extravaganza! Choose your own itinerary based on your goals and skill level and let your guide show you all the best objectives in the area. If you’re motivated enough, you might even bag four peaks in a single tour!

Meet your guide at the Squamish staging area at 7:30. Go over the logistics of the tour, then take a helicopter ride to the hut/camping area to drop off your gear. Then, it’s onward to Zenith Col. From Zenith Col, make the traverse over the Tantalus range, and return to the hut/camping area for dinner and a good night’s sleep.
After an early morning, it’s time for some good granite climbing up the east ridge of Alpha mountain. Then, return back to the hut for a warm meal and some well-deserved rest.
After a second early breakfast, time to try for another peak, like the highly underrated Red Tusk, named after the reddish metamorphic rock that forms its flanks. When you take the summit, retreat to your lodge, have dinner, and recount your awesome adventure.
Wake up around 5:30 and head out and take on a close-by summit, such as the North Face of Serratus. Then, it’s back to the hut to pack up and get ready for the chopper. Catch your ride back to town in time for a burger dinner!

Alpine Climbing Tour in the Tantalus Range

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Black Sheep Adventure Sports

ACMG Certified Rock, Alpine & Ski Guides

Black Sheep Adventures is a team of local ACMG Certified guides and experienced professionals but they’re also a ton of fun and really enjoy what they do! Adventure is personal so you want a guide that will not only help keep you safe, but share the experience and go the extra mile to get you the trip of your dreams. Their range of courses and trips is a great way to get to know people and develop relationships. Once they know someone, they can really work with them to create custom and unique trips that call to their sense of adventure.

Things to know

Included:
- - An ACMG-certified climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - Two, three, or four days of alpine climbing and mountaineering
  - Helicopter transportation from the Squamish staging area to the starting point of your tour and back
  - Wilderness camping permit
Not included:
- - Transportation to British Columbia
  - Transportation from the airport to the Squamish staging area and back
  - Mountain hut accommodations
  - Personal alpine climbing equipment
  - Food and alcoholic beverages
All alpine climbs are physically demanding. An objective that is too hard for you will also be less enjoyable, as well as more dangerous. Work on your fitness by walking up hills or in the gym. Mountain days are long, low-intensity exercise, which is hard to replicate in short gym sessions, so strength exercises (squats, step-ups, stair-climbing with a rucksack) are more useful than speed exercises (running, spinning).
These 2-4-day expeditions are geared for intermediate to advanced climbers with some alpine climbing experience. You have to be in very good physical condition, as well as comfortable traversing and climbing in challenging alpine and glaciated terrain. Your guide will help you improve your skills and coach you when things get more challenging.
Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking.

Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver. During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip.

Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.
All technical climbing equipment can be rented from your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:
- - Helmet
  - Headlamp
  - Climbing harness
  - Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.)
  - Belay device with 4 locking carabiners
  - 120 cm sling
  - Ice screw (if you have one)
  - Ice ax
  - Mountaineering boots
  - Crampons
  - Personal Prusik
For personal items, we recommend bringing:
- - An internal frame backpack (20-30L)
  - Duffel bag (50L)
  - Sunglasses
  - Synthetic or wool socks
  - Quality base layers and bottoms
  - Gore-tex or similar ski jacket
  - Softshell pants
  - Warm puffer jacket
  - Synthetic or wool toque
  - Brimmed cap
  - Light gloves and insulated mitts
  - Clothing for lounging around the hut
  - Booties — slippers or trainers
  - Sleeping bag rated between 0 and -5°C
  - Warmer sleeping bag (for expeditions)
  - Small pillow
  - Tent (can be rented)
  - Sleeping pad (can be rented)
  - Battery pack
  - Sunscreen and lip balm
  - Camera — optional
Group sizes and prices:
- - The group size for these private climbs is usually between 1–2 climbers with one guide.
  - Cost is per person and it doesn’t decrease as the group grows.
Alpine climbing in the Tantalus Range can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 but older than 10 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
  - Minors younger than 10 are not allowed to join this tour.
If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Squamish, BC, the starting point of this tour, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport 1 hour away. From there, you can rent a car or take a bus.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, which will usually be at the staging area in Squamish. Then, you will be helicoptered out to Haberl Hut, the starting point of your tour. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Secure your spot for 2025 with a 10% deposit! This tour gets sold out very quickly, but with early-bird booking, you can rest assured you’ve booked your dream adventure in time.
- - Only 10% of the total amount should be paid as a deposit upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another 57hours adventure anytime in case the dates don’t suit you. This can be done by the end of the year.
  - Another 20% needs to be paid by the end of this year.
  - The remaining balance is due 2 months (60 days) prior to departure.
For booking a spot in 2024, a $500 CAD ($380 USD) deposit is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 2 months (60 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.
- - Deposits are non-refundable but transferable at the discretion of your Guide, so long as the cancellation is made more than sixty (60) calendar days prior to the trip or course or is initiated by your Guide.
  - Cancellations made less than thirty (30) days before the trip departure date for any reason are non-refundable, but potentially transferable to another trip or date at the discretion of your Guide. However, they will also be subject to a 25% cancellation fee.