Meet your guide in Squamish early in the morning before hopping into a 4×4 for a scenic drive up to Brohm Ridge. From there, you’ll hike across alpine terrain toward the Shark’s Fin on the north side of Garibaldi, where you’ll set up camp in a stunning backcountry setting. After settling in, enjoy a short glacier walk to preview the route for the next day’s climb—a chance to stretch your legs, review terrain, and soak in the high mountain views.
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This Mount Garibaldi guided climb offers an unforgettable two-day adventure with a professional guide, group equipment, glacier gear rental, and 4x4 transfers included! Towering over Howe Sound and Squamish, this iconic BC volcano stands 2,678 m (8,786 ft) tall. The classic northeast face route features glacier travel, technical crevasse navigation, snow and ice climbing up to 45 degrees, and a challenging bergschrund crossing. Starting near sea level in Squamish, you’ll earn some of the best summit views along the Sea-to-Sky corridor.
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Rise early for an alpine start and begin the ascent of the Warren Glacier toward the Northeast Face of Mount Garibaldi. Climb moderate ice and snow—up to 45 degrees—until you reach the ridge, then enjoy a scenic scramble along it all the way to the summit, where panoramic views over Howe Sound reward your efforts. After soaking in the summit experience, descend the same route back to camp, pack up, and hike out to Brohm Ridge. You’ll return to Squamish in time for a well-earned dinner and one last look at Garibaldi from a local patio.
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Included:
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- ACMG Certified Guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 2-day Mount Garibaldi guided climb
- Wilderness camping permit
- Group equipment
- Technical gear rental (helmet, axe, crampons)
- 4×4 transfer
Not included:
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- Transportation to the starting point
- Accommodation in the valley
- Meals
- Personal equipment (boots, tent, etc.)
- Insurance — available to add at checkout
- Guide gratuities — optional
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In order to go on this Mount Garibaldi guided climb, you should have good fitness and some previous mountaineering experience. The route involves glacier travel, technical crevasses, snow and ice climbing to 45 degrees and a challenging bergschrund crossing.
Expect climbing up to 1,500 m (4,920 ft), with 600-800 m (1,970-2,625 ft) on summit day.
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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.
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General
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- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen & lip balm
- Head lamp & spare batteries
- Camera (optional)
- 45-55 litre pack
- Trekking pole(s)
- Warm single or double boots
Clothing
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- Wool and/or synthetic socks
- Synthetic or wool base layer, top & bottom
- Multipurpose climbing pants
- Waterproof breathable jacket & pants
- Light jacket or sweater
- Warm outer jacket
- Toque (beanie) — wool or synthetic
- Brimmed cap
- Face warmer or buff
- Light leather gloves
- Insulated gloves
- Gaiters (optional)
Personal overnight equipment
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- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Eating cup & spoon
- Light camp shoes
Climbing equipment (your guides can supply this equipment if you need it)
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- Harness
- Helmet
- Belay device
- Locking carabiner
- 120 cm sling
- Crampons
- Ice screw
- Axe
Food
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- Reusable lunch bag
- Water bottle and/or thermos (1L minimum)
- Personal snacks
- Lunch for days 1 & 2, dinner for day 1, breakfast for day 2
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this Mount Garibaldi guided climb, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 2:1.
- It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate, and that’s also the maximum.
Mount Garibaldi guided climbs can be arranged for larger groups or even a single climber. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Mount Garibaldi guided climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The starting point of your Mount Garibaldi guided climb is Squamish, BC. To get there, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR). From there, you can take a shuttle service or rent a car to reach Squamish—it will take you 1.5 to 2 hours.
You’ll meet your guide in Squamish in the early morning, so if you’re flying in or coming from afar, we recommend getting to Squamish at least a day earlier.
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We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors 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.
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