Dolomites Via Ferrata Tour: Bocchette del Brenta

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • Experienced, local UIAGM/IFMGA guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 3-day via ferrata tour in the Dolomites, starting in Madonna di Campiglio
    • Accommodation for 4 nights in hotels & refuges
    • 2 breakfasts & 2 dinners
    • Technical via ferrata equipment (helmet, harness, via ferrata kit, via ferrata gloves)
    • Personal insurance

  Not included:

  • • Transportation to Madonna di Campiglio
    • Lunches and some breakfasts/dinners
    • Lunches for the guide (cost to be split equally between participants)
    • Guide gratuities — optional
    • Travel insurance — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  To tackle the Via Ferrata delle Bocchette in the Dolomites, you’ll need to be in good physical condition, accustomed to long and challenging vie ferrate. As an active individual with robust hiking experience and a fearless attitude towards heights, you’ll thrive on this adventure. Daily elevation gains range from 1,312 to 2,296 feet, so be prepared for uphill climbs. Keep in mind that you’ll be followed by an experienced guide who will provide thorough instruction, encouragement, and ensure everyone’s safety.

  To prepare, focus on cardiovascular fitness, strength training, and practicing basic via ferrata techniques. Additionally, familiarize yourself with mountainous terrain and exposure to heights. With determination and proper experience, you’ll easily cross the Via Ferrata in Bocchette del Brenta and create unforgettable memories in the Dolomites!

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Backpack (35-40L capacity)
    • Water bottle
    • Various snacks to eat along the route (such as bars energy, dried fruit, and chocolate)
    • Trekking boots with Vibram sole
    • Long trekking pants (synthetic material) + shorts
    • Lightweight underwear shirt with short or long sleeves
    • Medium-weight fleece
    • Waterproof windbreaker (Gore-Tex shell or similar)
    • Light down jacket (in case it is particularly cold)
    • Lightweight gloves
    • Lightweight hat
    • Sunglasses, sun hat, and sunscreen
    • Complete change of clothes to keep in your backpack in case of showers (light trousers, spare shirt, spare fleece)
    • Sleeping bag for the huts
    • Headlamp
    • Small toothbrush with small toothpaste
    • Small towels with soap

  Technical equipment (helmet, harness, via ferrata kit, via ferrata gloves) is included in the price but you can bring your own if you prefer. Bring comfortable clothes appropriate for different weather conditions. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • For this adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
    • This tour can operate with one person only.
    • The cost per person decreases if 4 people join, so it’s the perfect opportunity to go on this adventure with friends and family!

  Dolomites via ferrata tour can be arranged for larger and for private groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to Madonna di Campiglio, the starting point of the adventure, most people fly to either Milan (3.5 hours away), Venice (3.5 hour away), or Verona (2.5 hours away). From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service.

  It is expected that you will arrive in Madonna di Campiglio one day before the tour starts (Day 0) and meet your guide in the early morning of the first day (Day 1).

• Safety measures in the Dolomites, Italy

  Personal medical/accident insurance is included in the price of this tour. This means that if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.

  We recommend that you arrange travel insurance that covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.

  We also expect you to respect local regulations and take measures to protect yourselves, your guides, and the communities you’re traveling to.

  If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits 

  Secure your spot either by paying in full or with a 50% deposit! The remaining 50% of the trip price must be paid 120 days prior to departure, at the latest. If booking within 120 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 120 or more days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 119 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
    • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period.

  Early Bird booking

  Want to be the first one to know when we publish new dates or secure your spot well in advance? Select a future month that suits you best and lock in your Early Bird spot in time with just a 10% deposit.

  As soon as our guides publish new tour dates, you’ll be the first one to know. We’ll hold your spot for 2 weeks until you choose the date that suits you best.

  More about how Early Bird bookings work below:

  • Only a 10% non-refundable deposit must be paid upon booking, but this deposit can be transferred to any other 57hours adventure in case the dates don’t end up working for you.
  • Once our guides publish new tour dates, we’ll reach out to you so you’ll be the first one to choose from newly released dates.
  • When you pick your date, you’ll confirm your booking by paying another 20% of the total trip amount (amounting to the standard 30% deposit).
  • Once the trip has been confirmed, the regular cancellation policy (found above) applies.
  • The remaining balance is due 90 days before the trip.