2-day off-piste initiation in Chamonix
If you want to learn off-piste skiing, this 2-day trip in Chamonix and Grands Montets is the perfect choice, with Sébastien, IFMGA certified mountain guide.
Alps
2 Days
Jan - Mar, Dec
Description
When we talk about freeride or off-piste skiing, Chamonix is a place that always comes to mind. During this trip, we will go the the beautiful Grands Montets, a large ski area near Chamonix with extraordinary landscapes.
In particular, this trip is great for beginners in off-piste skiing. An ideal initiation to this fantastic practice!
During this trip, we will cover how to:
– Progress off-piste
– Assess and manage the risks associated with this practice
– Use the transceiver, shovel and probe
Even though the minimum number of participants is 4, don't hesitate to register if you are alone. I will put groups together.
Next departures 2017
– January: 14/15, 21/22 and 28/29
– February: 4/5, 11/12, 18/19 and 25/26
– March: 4/5, 11/12, 18/19 and 25/26
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you found this trip interesting. I would love guiding you in the area and teaching you how to enjoy the mountains with off-piste ski!
If you are in Chamonix but would rather learn the basics of ski touring, then check out this trip!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- The price does not include the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets, etc).
Itinerary
Day 1: Grands Montets
We meet at 8:45AM in Chamonix, then transfer to Grands Montets.
Today is an initiation to off-piste skiing in the magnificent Grands Montets (excluding the glacier). This resort is world-famous for its off-piste quality.
I will teach you the techniques to progress off-piste in an exceptional environment.
Day 2: Brevent
We meet again at 8:45AM for the second great ski day.
Today we go to Brevent (just above Chamonix), where we will ski facing the sun and the Mont Blanc: a breathtaking panorama!
The junction with will enable us to evolve in a multitude of different slopes and snow.
Details
More info
Group size: 4 to 6 people.
I will loan you a harness and transceiver.
Meeting point
FAQs
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About the guide
Sébastien
4.9
(13)
Mountain Guide
IFMGA / UIAGM Mountain Guide -
Sébastien is originally from Toulon. Before he dedicated his time fully to his passion, mountaineering, he has completed a degree in Alpine Geography.
His thirst for adventure took him from countries such as Turkey and Peru to the high mountains of Pakistan .
Since 2000, he work as a Mountain Guide in Chamonix, La Clusaz and all over the world.
Languages
French | English
Certificates
SNGM | IVBV | UIAGM | IFMGA
What people are saying about Sébastien
Super semaine avec Sébastien et Guillaume. Très partant pour refaire un stage!!!
Une page superbe, intéressante, un guide talentueux, sympa et simple avec qui on a plaisir à partager notre passion pour la montagne. Merci Sébastien !
Robert
Excellent course. Sebastien tailored the content to my goals and was a great and thorough instructor. A very enjoyable and educational course.
Grâce à Sebastien L vous repoussez vos limites! Exigent mais attentif il vous amènera découvrir des paysages hors des sentiers battus...avec la cool attitude. Bref un super guide!
Una página estupenda, interesante, una guía talentosa, agradable y sencilla con la que nos complace compartir nuestra pasión por la montaña. Gracias Sebastián!
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