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Thanks to the development and advances in materials this activity is accessible to everyone.
This makes ice fall climbing perfect for beginner or improvers.
The Chamonix valley has numerous ice falls of all levels and the proximity of the Cognes Valley in Italy, a real ice climbing mecca, offers us huge flexibility.
GROUP BOOKING
The group formula associates people who do not necessarily know each other. It is ideal for people looking for group friendliness and attractive prices.
Dates 2021 (group session) : On Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays from the end of December to early March depending on conditions
Guiding policy (group session) : Group of 4 people maximum per guide.
Children, minimum 15 years old accompanied by a parent.
Meeting Point (group session) : 8.00am at the Compagnie des guides in Chamonix
Price 2021 (group session) : 138€ per person
Half day outings are not available for the collective sessions
This price includes :
- Mountain guides fees
- Technical equipment: helmet, harness, crampons & ice axes
- Transfer to the activity place
This price does not include :
- High mountain boot (rigid soles)
- Lift ticket if needed
- Transfer
- Lunch
Group : The group is assured with a minimum of 3 people.
Maximum 4 people per guide.
PRIVATE BOOKING
The private engagement is a historical relationship that binds a guide to their clients. It allows you to be either alone or in a group of friends with your guide. Your guide can organize your trip to meet your specific needs. It is undoubtedly the ideal formula to realize your projects because it guarantees you a maximum of comfort.
Dates 2021 (private guiding) : Every day from December to early March depending on conditions
Meeting Point (private guiding) : Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy (private guiding) : Group of 1 - 4 people per guide
Price 2021 (private guiding) :
- Day : from 390€ for the group
-1/2 day : 260€ for the group
This price includes :
- Mountain guides fees
This price does not include :
- Your technical equipment
- High mounain boots (rigid soles)
- Lift passes if needed
- The transfer
- Food
Further information
You will find in this section, all the information about this activity. For any further information please contact our advisors (contact details above).
Duration : Full day
Place : Argentiere glacier, Cogne (Italy) or Berard valley depending on conditions
Ability level : The choice of destination adapted to your level is essential for you to fully enjoy your trip.
Ice climbing is intended for people who practice regularly a sporting activity.
No previous mountaineering experience is required.
Equipment
You will find in this section all the information about the different equipment that is required. Since weather conditions can be very variable, it is better to have several thin layers rather than to have one big garment.
Equipment
- High Mountain boots (with a rigid sole)
- Backpack
Clothing
- Warm and waterproof clothes
- Hat
- Warm gloves
Accessories
- Sunglasses
- Lunch
- Hot drink
Partners : There is the possibility to rent your equipment at a preferential price from one of our partner sports shops. Sanglard Sports & Ravanel & Co
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Select the package of your choice:
For more information, contact Pôle Accueil : +33 (0)4 50 53 00 88
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