Our 3-day mountaineering course in the mountains of Chamonix will give you a greater understanding of mountaineering and improve your technical skills on rock and ice. After the course, you will be able to confidently plan your next more difficult climbs in the Alps: Mont Blanc, Eiger, Matterhorn, Monterosa.
A full day of training awaits you on the natural rocks of Chamonix, a day of training on the Mar Di Glace glacier, and a training climb to Mount Index.
As part of the program, you will learn how to move on rocks in climbing shoes and boots, master the basics of belaying on rock and ice terrain (organizing belay points and stations on different terrain), try to lead on simple climbing routes (under the supervision of an instructor), learn how to descend and ascend on a fixed rope (rappelling and jumaring). You will also learn about methods of transporting a victim using available means, and consider the simplest techniques of rescue operations.
We invite everyone!
Before the start of mountaineering school, you will receive video lessons so that your 3 days of training are as effective as possible.
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Tour route:
Chamonix — Les Gaillands rocks — Chamonix station — glacier Mar Di Glas — Chamonix — peak Aiguille de l’Index (2595 м) — Chamonix
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Routefor intensive mountaineering in Chamonix, Alps by days
day
Meeting with the guide-instructor near the rocks of Lake Gaillands at 9:00. Instruction, familiarization with equipment, start of work. The school day consists of two blocks.
The first is devoted to movement techniques and working with equipment.
Lunch break.
We will devote the second half of the day to organizing insurance. End of training at 18:00.
Analyzing the main mistakes, returning home. Preparing for the next day of training.
day
Meeting with the guide at 8:00 at the central railway station of Chamonix. Transfer by tourist tram to the Mar Di Glace glacier. Exit to the glacier. Start of training.
Let’s look at the basic techniques for moving on a glacier wearing crampons and using an ice ax. Let’s look at ways to organize insurance on ice.
The finale of the training is the lifting of the victim from the crack. Return to the tram. Transfer to Chamonix. Preparing for the climb
day
Meeting with the guide at 8:00 at the Les Praz ski lift. Next, there is an ascent in two lines of the cable car. Climbing to the top of Aiguille de l’Index, 2595 m along the SE ridge. There is one rappel on the descent, then walk along the scree/snow couloir to the cable car.
Depending on snow conditions, climbing boots, crampons and an ice ax may be required.
An alternative climb of similar difficulty to the summit of PointeGaspard, 2741 m.
Return to Chamonix. Upon completion of the ascent, part of the time can be devoted to transporting the victim using available means.
Note: The program may be changed for safety reasons, weather conditions or by mutual decision of participants and guides.
Why is it profitable to go hiking with Extremeguide?
Cost and conditions of the tour “Intensive mountaineering in Chamonix, Alps”
Is this trip right for you?
To participate in this school, good physical shape, endurance, and readiness for difficulties are required. No mountaineering experience is required, we will teach you everything. You will undergo all the necessary classes and training for safe ascent along routes up to 2B difficulty category. It is desirable to have a mountaineer badge.
We recommend starting active training no later than 2 months before the start of the program: running, swimming, cycling, cross-country skiing. A series of training video lessons will also be sent to you by email.
We recommend taking one of the programs: Mountaineering school in the Carpathians and climbing Hoverla, Mountaineering and rock climbing in Bulgaria.
Included in the price:
- services of a guide-instructor: on ascents, 1 guide for two participants, on training days, 1 guide for four participants.
- lifts to: L’Index (2396m) and train to the Mar Di Glace glacier;
- ental of group special equipment – ropes, bookmarks, friends, loops, carabiners;
- group first aid kit for emergency first aid (located by the guide).
The price does not include:
- the road from your place of stay to Geneva airport;
- transfer from Geneva airport to Chamonix and back;
- accommodation in apartments/hotels per night from 50€;
- accident insurance (indicating mountaineering) and medical insurance. coverage from 30,000 €, cost 3–10 €/day depends on the chosen insurance program and residence. Check the price;
- rental of individual equipment necessary for
- climbing;
- nutrition;
- tips for the guide (optional);
- other expenses not specified in the program.
Cost depending on the number of participants
| Number of participants: | Price: |
| 4 | 700 EUR |
| 3 | 800 EUR |
| 2 | 850 EUR |
| 1 | 1400 EUR |
Best price guarantee!
- If you find a tour with a similar set of services cheaper, we will refund you the difference!
- We have included in the price all possible basic expenses for the program and guarantee that there are no hidden additional costs, while we have retained the best service at a low price: transfers, hotel accommodation, guides and staff!
We have a flexible discount system
Find out the details right now:
| ⏳ Duration: | 3 days |
| ⬆️ Height: | 2595 m |
| ⚠️ Complexity: | difficult |
| 💵 Price: | 700 EUR |
| 👍 Guide accompaniment: | Available |
| 📞 Contacts: | +38 066 320 10 55 |
Necessary equipment
Basics:
- Trunk/bag 60-70 l for personal belongings
- Backpack for mountaineering 35-45 l (Read more about choosing a backpack);
- Sleeping bag, comfort -0…-5 С (Read more about choosing a sleeping bag) (if staying at a campsite);
- Rug (Read more about choosing a rug).
Shoes and clothing:
- Climbing boots (it is important that the shoes are comfortable and worn in. Usually shoes are chosen with a thick toe and 1.5 – 2 sizes larger than the foot size) (Read more about choosing clothes and boots);
- Light trekking sneakers (for walking in Chamonix and for approaches);
- Flip-flops (useful if you live in a campsite);
- Gaiters (shoe covers, flashlights) for mountaineering boots;
- Insulated jacket (down, primaloft, etc. If it is very thin, then it is better to take two for climbing Mont Blanc);
- Membrane jacket (preferably without insulation, to protect against wind and precipitation. It is better to choose from mountaineering brands. Ski clothing is not very suitable for mountaineering – too heavy and warm);
- Membrane pants (same as with jacket);
- Fleece sweater;
- Thermal underwear set: top and bottom;
- Several T-shirts;
- Lightweight trekking pants (for trekking);
- Fleece pants (if thermal underwear is too thin);
- Socks 3 pairs (“thermal socks” or other thick ones);
- Overnight socks (preferably wool or down);
- Warm gloves (ski or fleece);
- Warm mittens (down or synthetic insulation);
- Hat;
- Buff or balaclava;
- Sun cap;
- Rain cape (in case the main clothes get wet);
- Change of underwear.
Additionally:
- A cape for a backpack (or large plastic bags for packing things);
- Mug, spoon, bowl, knife (if you plan to eat in huts);
- Headlamp + spare set of batteries;
- Hygiene supplies (a toothbrush and a small tube of paste, a bar of soap and a little shampoo will be enough; you should not take full bottles of shower gel and shampoo, heaps of creams and lotions with you);
- Documentation;
- Individual first aid kit (bandage, cold, stomach, head. You also need to take into account specific and chronic diseases, if any. In addition to the individual first aid kit, the guide has a public one);
- Climbing goggles (protection category 3-4);
- Lipbalm;
- Sunscreen ointment (with protection factor SPF 30-50);
- Water container (1-2l.);
- Lighter;
- Mobile phone.
Special equipment:
- Safety system;
- Self-belaying lanyard – 1 pc.;
- Carabiners 4 (2 medium);
- Climbing helmet (a ski helmet will not work!);
- Classic ice ax;
- Crampons (that match your boots);
- cordelette 1.5 m (diameter 6 mm.);
- cordelette 6 m (diameter 6 mm.).
Review and list of equipment for Mont Blanc
The amount of special equipment depends on the specific event; here is the most extensive list. Also, depending on the specific event, this equipment is either included in the price or not included, in which case you do not need to buy it, but can rent it from us.
- Thermos (0.5 – 1.0 liters);
- Camera;
- Trekking poles.
More information
Before the start, you will receive video lessons so that your 3 days of training are as effective as possible.
The program takes place in France, to visit which you need a valid passport.
Visa to the Schengen area (for the duration of the trip).
Importantly, you can also apply for a visa for the country where you plan to enter for the first time. Usually we apply for a French visa, the purpose of the trip is tourism. We send you all the necessary reservations and visa confirmations in advance!
It is most convenient to fly to Geneva (distance 80 km), you can also fly to Milan or Lyon (distance 230-250 km).
Transfer Geneva – Chamonix – Geneva regular shuttle (minibus) of the transfer company in the Chamonix Valley, we will travel by tram and regular buses (run regularly). Meeting in Chamonix.
To an active program of acclimatization and training, which will take place in one of the picturesque gorges of Chamonix, where you will gain the necessary mountaineering experience, to daily treks of 5-10 km, to the fact that you will need to carry your backpack and personal belongings, to long-term monotonous loads (in on average 8-9 hours), on climbing days up to 12-14 hours. Also, the climbing route to Mont Blanc takes place in a high-mountainous area where rocky terrain alternates with access to ice slopes and a glacier with cracks; part of the climb goes along a narrow ridge, where in places you will need insurance. You should also understand that climbing Mont Blanc is associated with some discomfort due to the altitude (hypoxia).
In the Chamonix Valley we will be camping in tents. The campground will have public restrooms, showers and sinks. For an additional fee it is possible to stay in an apartment or hotel.
In the high mountain zone we will live in tents. Cooking on burners.
Usually the tent sites are located next to the huts. If the participant wishes, it is possible to live and eat in a hut nearby for an additional fee.
Meals are provided by participants themselves. Chamonix has many cafes of all price categories. At the campsite you can cook your own food on the burners; usually we make a joint purchase of food, everyone chips in equally and cooks together. During the ascent, we cook ourselves using our own products under the guidance of instructors or we order food from the shelter.
Huts Albert 1, Tête Rousse and du Goûter have a bar with a small selection of food, drinks and groceries.
At the exits, the first aid kit is kept by the instructor and school participants. You can contact rescuers almost anywhere by phone. You need to have individual medications.
Roaming is usually turned on automatically, in the valley the signal is good, in shelters there is an unstable mobile signal. There is always wi-fi in campsites, apartments, and hotels. In restaurants and cafes you need to check immediately before entering.
Up to + 30ºС in the valleys, in the highlands – up to – 15ºС. Rain and thunderstorms are possible in summer. There is snow in the mountains.
This program is potentially dangerous to the health and life of any of the participants.
Instructors provide the necessary safety provided that participants comply with safety regulations.
The decision to stop climbing in conditions that threaten the safety of the participants is in the sole competence of the instructor and is not subject to discussion.
Certified FAISU mountaineering instructors who are well acquainted with modern methods and techniques in mountaineering will conduct classes and monitor the ascents. Instructors will teach you everything necessary so that you can safely climb up to category 2B of difficulty, inclusive, while leading the group. During the ascent, the instructor does not climb first, he only monitors the correctness of actions and the safety of the group.
The instructor will conduct all the necessary classes and training for successful and safe ascents. But on the climbs themselves, the participants themselves will be the first to work and make decisions. Your personal safety on the route will depend only on your personal decisions and actions. The instructor, of course, will monitor everything that happens and give advice if necessary.
Based on the results of classes and training, the instructor may deny you participation in a certain climb or the opportunity to work as a leader. He can make such a decision if he sees that you are not ready to climb or work first in the group.
In Chamonix you can pay with Visa, MC and other plastic cards almost everywhere; even in shelters there is cashless payment. It is better to take cash with you €.
The table shows the basic cost for a group and may change depending on the number of people in the group. For the calculation of the cost of the tour for a smaller number of people and individual groups, see the «Price» block for more details.
We guarantee that on the dates indicated in the table, even if there is a minimum number of people allowed in the group, the tour will take place 100% with a minimum change in cost.
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