Crossing the Dolomites, 5-day Splitboarding traverse

Join Renato, on this 5-day splitboarding traverse of the Dolomites. From San Martino di Castrozza to the Braies lake, a beautiful traverse with a unique Italian ambiance.

Private

Dolomite Mountains

5 Days

Jan - Apr

Intermediate

Highlights

* Explore the mythical Dolomites

* Go for a challenge with this 5-day splitboarding traverse

* Enjoy the Italian hospitality!

Description

Join me on this 5-day unforgettable splitboarding program in the Dolomites. Located in northeastern Italy, the Dolomites are a beautiful mountain range that deserves to be explored!

Some of the most famous summits in the range include Torre Sella, Marmolada, Tofane and Tre Cime. The region was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009. During the warmer months the region is ideal for climbing trips and via ferrata. When the landscape turns white it’s time to explore it snowboarding (or skiing!).

The Dolomites splitboarding traverse is a wonderful alternative to the most popular one in the Alps, the Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt. In this Italian mountain range we will find stunning landscapes, infinite splitboarding possibilities and of course, the warm welcome characteristic of the locals.

We will start in San Martino di Castrozza, in the south of the Dolomites. From the Pale of San Martino group, we will cross the areas of the Marmolada and the Sella. Finally we will reach the Braies lake through the Fanes/Sennes group. For more details you can check the day-to-day itinerary below. And please note that we can meet elsewhere if you prefer. Likewise, some aspects of the itinerary can be modified as it it a private program. Don’t hesitate to ask me!

Throughout the traverse we will sometimes make use of the Dolomiti Superski vast lift network. The vertical gain with skins on will be maximum 700 meters a day. Ascents are part of the adventure, but it will not be too intense.

This will be a chance to cross sublime passes, enjoy exciting descents in a magical setting, and marvel with the beauty of the Italian villages. We will enjoy the warm Italian hospitality and their delicious cuisine.

Are you tempted to discover everything the Dolomites have to offer during this 5-day splitboarding traverse? Then request to book this trip! And if I got you hooked on the Haute Route of the Alps earlier on, I can also guide you splitboarding there 😉

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

Equipment included: probe, shovel, ARTVA. Please note that accommodation, food, drinks, and lifts, are to be paid separately including guide's expenses.

Itinerary

Day 1: San Martino di Castrozza to San Pellegrino Pass

From San Martino di Castrozza we reach the Rolle pass. Then, either via the Mulaz pass or the Venegia valley, we reach the San Pellegrino pass.

Day 2: San Pellegrino Pass to Fedaia Pass

From the San Pellegrino pass, through Forcia Rossa we reach Malga Ciapela. We use the 3 cablecars of the Marmolada to reach the highest point of the Dolomiti Superski area, and end the day at the Fedaia pass.

Day 3: Fedaia pass to Lagazuoi hut

Using the famous Sellaronda lifts we will reach the Pordoi pass, and through its cablecar we will get to Sass Pordoi (2950m). Then via the beautiful Val Setus we reach Alta Badia. Our destination will be the Lagazuoi hut.

Day 4: Lagazuoi hut to Sennes hut

From the Lagazuoi hut we will go to the Sennes mountain hut passing through Vallon di Fannes.

Day 5: Sennes hut to Braies Lake

From the Sennes hut, with a little ascent we reach the most famous mountain lake in the Dolomites: the Braies lake.

About the guide

Renato & Guides' team

4.8

(302)

Mountain Guide

Hi! I'm Renato, IFMGA guide from the Dolomites, and I work together with my colleagues Robert, Patrick & Walter (German speaking), Paolo, Matteo and Davide.

If I'm not available to guide you, one of them will take care of you.

I was born in 1961, I live in Campitello di Fassa, in the Dolomites, together with my family. I have two sons, one is a mountain guide, the other is a ski instructor. I am a certified mountain guide since 1982, an instructor of guides, alpine ski instructor and a Federal coach for ISEF.

Being in the mountains has always been my passion, guiding people, teaching them climbing, mountaineering... during the various seasons of the year. I very much enjoy drawing nice curves in fresh powder snow and discover the charm of the frozen waterfalls.

My curriculum and professional mountaineering is made of many ascents and some openings of routes in the Dolomites and the Alps. I climbed in Yosemite Valley (California), Ben Nevis (Scotland) and Norway, Greece, Spain and Sardinia. I did also several high altitude climbs like Mt Denali (Alaska), Ama Dablam (6828m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Manaslu (8163m), Shivling in India (6545m), Cotopaxi and Chimborazo in Ecuador (5897m and 6310m), Patagonia (Argentina).

Feel free to get in touch with me if you are coming in the Dolomites for skiing (alpine, freeride and ski touring), rock climbing, sport climbing and multi pitch climbing. It will be my pleasure to guide you here and let you discover my secret spots.

Languages

Italian | German | English

Certificates

UIAGM

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What people are saying about Renato & Guides' team

Amysue

Amazing activity, our guide was so helpful! I would recommend him and the route we took to everyone 5 stars all round!

Martin

We had a great day of climbing with Fabio. Very good communication in advance to agree what level of difficulty and what we wanted. And then a very enjoyable day all very professionally managed and in such a friendly way. Thanks very much.

Stephen

Fantastic trip, our guide Patrick was brilliant and we really enjoyed the hike and via ferrata.

Jessie-Rose

We had an incredible experience with Fabio as our via ferrata guide in the Dolomites. He expertly chose the perfect route based on our skill levels and preferences, ensuring we felt safe and comfortable throughout the climb. Fabio’s attentiveness was outstanding—he checked in regularly, took amazing photos for us, and made the whole day enjoyable with his great conversation in English. His knowledge of the area and commitment to our experience made the adventure truly unforgettable. It was our most exciting climb to date. In addition, he gave us a great recommendation for a hike to enjoy on our trip with clear instructions to follow. Highly recommend Fabio for anyone looking to explore the Dolomites!

Eden

We did an intermediate via ferrata with Robert and it was incredible! He selected a route perfect for our climbing abilities and had all of the equipment ready for us. He spoke really good English, and described how to properly climb the ferrata as we approached. Two things stood out greatly to us during our trip. First, Robert took dozens of photos and videos of us that are great memories of our climb. Second, as we were finishing, bad weather was coming in, and he helped us hike back to the chair lift right before they closed for the incoming storm. Otherwise, we would have had to hike back down. We are so grateful for Robert’s expertise and friendliness during this experience! Thank you!