Heliboarding at La Thuile and Valgrisenche

Join Ia certified mountain guide on a unique heliboarding excursion in La Thuile & Valgrisenche!

Group

Alps

2 Days

Jan - Apr, Dec

High

Intermediate

Description

The beautiful La Thuile and Valgrisenche are located in the Aosta Valley in Italy. With their stunning mountains and snowy winters, they are the ideal location for snowboarding and skiing! On this 2-day heliboarding excursion to La Thuile and Valgrisenche I will show you some of its most superb slopes!

On the first day of our tour, the helicopter will pick us up at the Petit Bernard Pass and take us either to Mont Miravidi or Ouiller. This will be dependent on weather conditions and snow quality. From there, we will explore different slopes and head to the beautiful Ruito Glacier. After, we will descend to the Valgrisenche valley and stay in the Perret Hotel. This lovely boutique hotel in the Alps will be a great resting spot and serves some amazing Italian food!

The following day, we will explore the Giasson glacier. Then, we will take a helicopter to the Archeboc summit from where we will descend on our snowboards or skis to Sainte Foy Tarentaise.

For this two day tour you will need some prior snowboarding experience. You will also need to have a good fitness level. The program may be adapted as well, so if you have requests, please don't hesitate to make them known! Snow and weather conditions could also vary the itinerary slightly. Throughout our heliboarding adventure I will be there to help and guide you, ensuring that you make the best of the snow capped mountains!

Are you ready for a great heliboarding adventure in the Italian Alps? Then book your place now and join me on this unique excursion in La Thuile and Valgrisenche!

Want to try heliboarding in an even more remote location? Then check out this 8-day heliboarding in Kamchatka adventure!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Transport during the trip

Price details

Max. 4 people.

Itinerary

Day 1: La Rosiere-Mont Miravidi/ Mont Ouiller- Ruitor Glacier

Our two day trip begins at La Rosiere. We will take a mechanical lift and descend to the Petit Saint Bernard pass. From there, a helicopter will take us to the top of Mont Miravidi or Ouiller (depending on the snow quality). Then we will descend to La Thuile Valley to go by helicopter to the Ruitor glacier.

We will descend to the village of Bonne in the Valgrisenche valley and spend the night at Hotel Perret.

Day 2: Giasson Glacier- Valgrisenche Valley- Archeboc-Sainte Foy Tarentaise

After breakfast, we will go up by helicopter from the Valgrisenche base to the Giasson glacier. From there, we will descend to Valgrisenche valley. After, the helicopter will pick us up and drop us off at the Archeboc summit, which we will descend on our snowboards to get to Sainte Foy Tarentaise.

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ADDITIONAL DROP OFF It's possible to make an additional drop off on the Valgrisenche on the second day - Price: 700 € for a group of 1 to 4 people + 1 guide

YOU MUST BRING:

Classic off-piste skiing clothes (+ Bonnet, warm gloves, sunglasses, ski goggles, ...)
Snowboard with accessories and adequate equipment if you decide to hike during the program
Replacement clothing for the evening at the hotel (minimum expected, you will have to carry it in your backpack)
Water bottle or thermos of tea

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About the guide

E-S Adventure Guides

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Mountain Guide

Gauthier and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides, leaders, and rock climbing instructors (including Ann Laure, Antoine, Claire, Christophe, Damien, Guillaume, Ivan, Jeremie, Julien, Leo, Nolwenn, and Willy) are among the top outdoor adventure professionals in Europe.

Whether you wish to climb some of the most iconic peaks in the Alps, explore the best climbing spots in Belgium, scale the stunning cliffs of Les Calanques, or embark on an exciting bouldering adventure in Fontainebleau, they will guide you to the top locations and teach you the ropes to ensure an unforgettable and safe experience.

Gauthier will be your main point of contact throughout the booking process, assisting with any questions to ensure you receive the highest quality guiding service.

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Languages

| Italian | French | English

Certificates

UIMLA | UIAGM | IFMGA

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