1-Day Traverse of the Cosmiques Ridge

Join an IFMGA-certified mountain guide on an incredible day of mountaineering on the Cosmiques Ridge of Aiguille du Midi in the Alps.

Private

Alps

1 Day

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate

Description

See France, Italy, and Switzerland from the top of one glorious peak! Enjoy a mountaineering day program to the summit of Aiguille du Midi and traverse the Cosmiques Ridge!

At 3,842 meters high, Aiguille du Midi has long been a fixture in the Mont Blanc massif of the Graian Alps. From this height and with unbelievable panoramic views, it is easy to make out Mont Blanc (4,810m) and the surrounding regions of the Alps. Its summit can even be reached via cable car directly from Chamonix, making it a popular destination for tourists.

For mountaineers and adventurers, one of the most appealing aspects of the mountain is the Cosmiques Ridge. This popular climbing route offers every aspect of an ideal mountaineering program, including rock and ice that will test abseiling and mixed climbing skills from a picturesque peak. The views from the ridge make the climb extraordinary.

Our program will put you at the center of the incredible alpine wonderland of Cosmiques. Its easy access allows us to complete our program safely within a day, and you will never be without some of the world´s best mountain scenery. It provides a great mix of history, beauty, and action for thrilling climbs and non-stop fun.

The first ascent through Cosmiques Ridge was in 1911, and it has been a significant traversing route ever since. It is not considerably difficult to complete, though the season and the weather can provide additional changes. It is a great route for those climbers without substantial experience, but you should be in good shape to undertake the program.

This area is my home, and I would be delighted to share it with you. I can show you the little things that will make this trip one in a million. My guiding expertise will enhance your trip and you will see the ins and outs of this magnificent ridge like a local. It is a perfect program for anyone interested in gaining valuable climbing experience and taking your mountaineering skills to the next level.

Book this trip now! Experience a day climbing over the Cosmiques Ridge of Aiguille du Midi and a mountaineering program for the ages!

I can also guide you on a two-day ascent of Mont Blanc Trois Monts!

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

The price does not include the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets, etc).

About the guide

Cristina

5.0

(8)

Mountain Guide

I'm an IFMGA mountain guide from Romania and a member of the Austrian Mountain Guides Association (VOBS) and the East European Mountain Guides Association(EEMGA).

My passions are alpinism, rock and ice climbing and ski touring. Over the last decade and a half I have climbed and skied all corners of the World, spent numerous seasons guiding in the Himalayas, New Zealand, Alps and the Carpathians Mountains.

My primary concern as your guide is your safety. With that comes a great deal of fun, learning and engaging in experiences that will be memorable for a lifetime. I hope to have the opportunity to climb with you and help you achieve climbs, summits and experiences not yet imagined!

I have a very strict policy on guide-to-guest ratios for all types of terrain and these are clearly explained prior to engagement. For multi pitch climbs it is usually 1:1 and it never exceeds 1:2. For single pitch venues (especially on instructional outings) it never exceeds 1:4. Higher ratios are possible with the hiring of additional guides and only following prior arrangements. For treks and ski tours the ratios are more generous but depending on the terrain and/or the group’s experience.

I am comfortable in using for guiding and teaching purposes the following languages: English and Romanian.
Contact me for availability, rates or to customize a program to help you achieve your climbing goals.

Languages

Romanian | English

Certificates

AGMR | IFMGA

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What people are saying about Cristina

The BEST weekend with the most glorious guide!! Cristina is a GEM 💎 - the perfect mix of expert guide and hopefully friend-for-life ⛰. Thank you as ever for going above and beyond to give me the very best experience 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Yuri

It was an amazing experience. Daniel Pobega was excellent. Calm, friendly and very professional. Will definitely book another trip with him if not Vallee Blanche but other future activities.

Sean

We had a great time , unfortunately Cosmin broke his arm two weeks before the trip but the replacement guide Nicu Durnac was superb.

Jianliang

The plan was to leave early to ascent Mont Blanc via Trois Monts. As a beginner, Cosmin accessed my performance by timing my ascent to the shoulder of Tacul, else he has to change the plan. I met the timing and proceeded to Maudit. Unfortunately, he made a tough decision to head back as the condition at the foot of Maudit was not great. (We heard serac fell at mid day). Being professional, Cosmin changed the plan to ascent Tacul and we did Cosmique Arete. I would highly recommend this trip!

Katherine

A Wonderful guide that taking care of everything for the expedition. Had a great mountaineering experience with Cosmin.