Ice climbing in Chamonix

Come ice climbing in Chamonix for a day with Vasile, certified mountain guide. Discover the beautiful icescapes on an exciting winter adventure in the Alps!

Alps

+1 Days

Jan - Mar, Dec

Low

All levels

Highlights

Enjoy the thrill of ice climbing on frozen waterfalls
Discover new places in the stunning Chamonix Valley and surrounding areas
Have maximum safety standards assured by an IFMGA/UIAGM mountain guide

Description

Ice climbing is the thrilling art of climbing frozen waterfalls using ice axes, crampons and a plethora of safety gear. While being a very beautiful sport, ice climbing is also a dangerous one. It demands seriousness and to follow the correct set of safety measures.

A world renowned winter sports destination, Chamonix is also an ideal place for ice climbing. From spots perfect for introduction to the sport, to imposing icefalls or alpine gullies for the most adventurous traveller, the Chamonix Valley and surrounding area has it all and everything in between.

As a bonus, this incredible place will spoil us with the breathtaking alpine scenery and a huge variety of ice formations to play on: columns, bosses, jellyfish, curtains, free-standing and more.

This trip can be adapted to any skill and fitness level (depending on conditions). So let’s get in touch and plan the right adventure for you.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

The price does NOT include:
* the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets (outside Chamonix area), etc).
* personal gear (boots, crampons, harness, ice axes, helmet, etc.)
* personal rescue insurance (highly recommended)

Details

More info

For ice climbing, it is useful to have several layers of clothing to be always dry, so it is imperative to take two pairs of gloves.

Meeting point

FAQs

What skill level is required?

This trip is adaptable to virtually any level. From 0 to hero, get in touch and we can find the best options together.

About the guide

Vasile

5.0

(3)

Mountain Guide

IFMGA/UIAGM mountain & ski guide based in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, I am an individual driven by curiosity with an incurable passion for vertical movement in the mountains, which I have done obsessively since 2005.

While learning the mountain guide's trade, I discovered the pleasure of sharing this passion with others.

Whatever your goal is (rock climbing, mixed & ice, classic alpinism, summits, ice climbing, skiing, etc.) drop me a line and we can make it happen.

Looking forward to seeing you in the mountains!

Languages

English | Romanian

Certificates

IFMGA

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What people are saying about Vasile

Will

Vasile was an excellent guide. The route was challenging but suitable for my ability level.

Mattias

Intense but very enjoyable weekend in Romania’s Carpathian mountains together with outstanding guide Vasile Dumitrica. Summited Moldoveaunu and Negoiu plus a few other nearby peaks over two days. Beautiful surroundings and plenty of wildlife including plenty of bears! Vasile did a great job guiding and was able to create a perfect program. Thanks Gauthier and E-S team for connecting us!

espen

Vaslie is a skilled and pleasant fellow who is passionate about outdoor life. he is an outgoing and fun guide to be on tour with, while also taking safety seriously. along the trip he took the time to help us improve our skiing skills, while also taking nice pictures along the way. Vaslie has that little something extra, can recommend him