Ski Touring Adventure in the Brenta Dolomites

Things to know

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced, certified ski guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • Four days of backcountry ski touring
    • Accommodation for 5 nights in a three-star hotel
    • Accident insurance for activities
    • Transportation during the trip
    • Meals as indicated in the itinerary 
    • Backcountry permits

  What’s not included:

  • • Technical backcountry ski touring equipment
    • Transportation before and after the adventure
    • Lift tickets
    • Local tourist tax (around $3 per person per day)
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  To enjoy this ski touring adventure in the Brenta Dolomites, you need to be in excellent physical shape. You will be on your feet for 5-7 hours a day for 4 full days, making ascents of up to 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) to get to the best slopes. You will need to manage controlled descents in variable conditions. All participants should feel comfortable on challenging blue or black-level resort runs.

• What if I’ve never backcountry skied before?

  To participate in this ski touring adventure in the Brenta Dolomites, you need to have previous backcountry skiing experience. You will be ski touring for 5-7 hours every day. Your guide will take care of the planning, oversee your technique, and teach you how to better manage the terrain. They also have the experience and avalanche training necessary to keep you safe. Your guide will always adjust the pace and routes to your skill level. Keep in mind that ski lifts will also be utilized during the adventure so that you don’t have to skin all the time. If you’ve never backcountry skied before, we suggest joining a guide for this beginner-friendly backcountry adventure in the Dolomites.

• What do I need to bring?

  For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring:

  • • Alpine touring skis or telemark skis with skins (can be rented)
    • Touring boots and poles (can be rented)
    • Avalanche safety equipment (can be rented):
      • Digital, 3-antenna avalanche transceiver or beacon
      • Lightweight snow shovel
      • Avalanche probe

  For personal items, we recommend bringing:

  • • Helmet (can be rented)
    • Waterproof backpack large enough to carry all items listed (around a 30-40L backpack)
    • Duffle bag for personal equipment and clothes
    • Sunglasses or ski goggles
    • Gloves and hat
    • Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended)
    • Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
    • Down jacket or vest
    • Synthetic or wool base layers, thermal underwear, and socks
    • Heavy trousers
    • Heavy duvet jacket
    • Water bottle 
    • Thermos — optional
    • Food you can eat on-the-go
    • First aid kit
    • Sunscreen
    • Camera — optional
• Can I rent equipment?

  Mandatory gear can be rented from your guide if you don’t have your own. You can rent: 

  • • Alpine touring or telemark skis, touring boots, poles, and helmet can be rented from your guide for an additional fee
    • Avalanche safety pack, including shovel, probe, and beacon, can be rented from Noleggio del Brenta.

  The equipment rented from your guide will be given to you upon the commencement of the adventure. Ski rental location for renting the avalanche safety equipment is in Madonna di Campiglio and should be picked up the night prior to your outing.

  If you need to rent gear, let us know and we can help make arrangements.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For this group adventure, the maximum client-to-guide ratio is 6:1. 
    • It takes a minimum of 3 people for this tour to operate. 
    • The cost is per person and doesn’t decrease as the group grows. 

  Backcountry skiing in the Brenta Dolomites can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors may be permitted to join private tours on a case-by-case basis.

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

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to Folgarida, your base for this adventure, most people fly into Verona Villafranca Airport, which is just over 2 hours away. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service.

  Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, usually at your hotel in Forgalida on day 1.

• Covid measures in Folgarida, Italy

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. 

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Folgarida, Italy please refer to the Official Italian Tourism Website. 

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  To secure your spot, a deposit in the amount of 30% is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid 90 calendar days prior to the trip departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.

  • • If Client cancels the Booking anytime prior to forty-five (45) days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, Client is entitled to a full refund.
    • For cancellations thirty (30) to forty-five (45) days in advance, Client is entitled to a refund in the amount of seventy percent (70%) of the total amount paid when Booking. 
    • After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund. Any reimbursable expenses arising out of the Booking incurred by Guide prior to the date of cancellation (including but not limited to plane tickets, car rental payments, and lodging or transportation fees) are non-refundable as soon as they are incurred by the Guide.

  Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.

• Travel and Medical Protection
  57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.