Experience a world-class ski mountaineering course in Chamonix, where an IFMGA-certified mountain guide leads you through the legendary terrain of the Mont Blanc Massif. Over five action-packed days, you’ll refine steep skiing and backcountry skiing techniques while exploring some of Europe’s most iconic lines. Lift passes and ski demos are included, with optional heli-ski drops and a professional video/photo package at an additional fee to capture every epic turn.
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Experience a world-class ski mountaineering course in Chamonix, where an IFMGA-certified mountain guide leads you through the legendary terrain of the Mont Blanc Massif. Over five action-packed days, you’ll refine steep skiing and backcountry skiing techniques while exploring some of Europe’s most iconic lines. Lift passes and ski demos are included, with optional heli-ski drops and a professional video/photo package at an additional fee to capture every epic turn.
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Included:
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- An experienced, IFMGA-certified Mountain Guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 5-day ski mountaineering course in Chamonix
- Lift passes
- Ski demos
Add-ons (available to arrange, let us know at checkout)
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- Video and photography package
- Optional heli-ski drop
Not included:
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- Transportation to France
- Accommodations
- Personal equipment
- Avalanche gear
- Meals
- Anything not listed above
- Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
- Guide gratuities — optional
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In order to join this ski mountaineering course in Chamonix, you should be in great physical condition and capable of sustained days of ski touring with ascents of up to 1,000 meters (3,280 ft) in a maximum of 3 hours. You should be comfortable on slopes up to 40 degrees and have experience of skiing deep powder.
Expect 5–6 hours of skiing and climbing daily in variable snow conditions. This camp is designed for advanced to expert skiers who want to refine their mountaineering and technical skills.
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Yes, a solid foundation in off-piste and backcountry skiing is required. You should be comfortable skiing 40° slopes and managing mixed snow conditions. Prior experience with basic touring equipment is essential. Your expert guide will adapt the objectives to suit group ability and ensure safety at every step.
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This is a list of things you need to bring:
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- Helmet
- Skis/splitboard
- Boots and poles
- Avalanche gear
- 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, underwear and socks
- One triple-action locking carabiner or two conventional locking carabiners
- Repair kit and Leatherman for your equipment (can be shared between several people)
- Water bottle and 1L of water
- Thermos with a warm beverage — optional
- Food you can eat on-the-go
- First aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Daypack large enough to carry all items listed (around a 30-40L backpack)
- Camera — optional
There are plenty of rental shops in Chamonix from which you can rent touring gear. Your guides can also most likely set you up with equipment you need—leave us a note upon checkout whether you need help with gear rental.
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Yes, you can! Skip the hassle of dragging your own gear all the way to Chamonix and instead, opt for gear rental. There are plenty of rental shops in Chamonix from which you can rent ski gear. Your guides can also most likely set you up with equipment you need—leave us a note at checkout if you need help with gear rental.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this ski mountaineering course in Chamonix, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
- It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants.
Ski mountaineering courses in Chamonix can be arranged for larger groups. 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 ski mountaineering course in Chamonix 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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To get to Chamonix, the starting point of your ski mountaineering course in Chamonix, most people fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA), one hour away. Once you arrive, there are several ways to reach your destination, including public transport. Looking to make the airport transfers hassle-free? Check out Mountain Drop Offs—they provide door-to-door service in their comfy and spacious shuttles. Use the code 57HCHX to get a 5% discount!
Make sure to arrive at least a day prior to Day 1, as you’ll get to skiing with your guide right away! Accommodation during the trip is your responsibility.
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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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