Mangart Saddle ski touring day in the Julian Alps, Slovenia

Join Igor, a ZGVS-aspirant guide, for this unforgettably fun, scenic and exciting 1-day ski touring ascent and descent from Mangart Saddle. Pass through forests, mountain pastures and streams en route to the crux of the saddle before racing back down into the valley below.

Private

Alps

1 Day

Jan - Mar

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Take in the stunning scenery of the Slovenian Julian Alps
Make a varied and beautiful ascent up to the Mangart Saddle.
Enjoy a fun and thrilling descent back down into the valley.

Description

Sitting on Slovenia's northwestern border with Italy, Mangart Saddle is a popular ski touring destination in one of the most interesting parts of the Julian Alps!

Our adventure in the Mangart and Ponc mountains begins from Bovec-Predel road. From here, we start by ascending along the road before branching off and heading through a mountain pasture along the righthand side of a stream.

After awhile we will rejoin the road, staying on it intermittently and occasionally heading off into the wilderness.

Finally, we will arrive at Mangart Saddle. From here, we will enjoy some stunning views of the Julian Alps in both Slovenia and Italy before beginning our descent back to the trailhead.

Along with the views, the descent is the highlight of the trip. We will ski down various mountain passes and through some sparse forests before arriving back in the valley.

Overall, the skiing is not too challenging and the views will be plenty rewarding!

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this fun and exciting 1-day ski touring trip to Mangart Saddle in northwestern Slovenia!

If you like the look of this trip, but were looking for something just a little bit longer, then I think you may also enjoy my 3-day ski touring traverse of Trigalv National Park!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Transport during the trip

Price details

Please contact me for a price quote as well as a complete list of what is included in that price.

Details

More info

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Meeting point

To be determined upon completion of booking.

Equipment you will need to bring

Water bottle

Backpack

Helmet

Ski equipment

Sunglasses

Goggles

Avalanche eqmnt

Climbing skins

About the guide

Igor

5.0

(6)

Aspirant Guide

I am an aspirant IFMGA mountain guide, born in 1987, from Vuhred, now living in Ljubljana, Slovenia. I have been discovering mountains from an early age. I started climbing at the age of 15 and now it has become a way of life.

During my active years as an alpinist, I have been on four expeditions to the Andes, Himalaya and China and I was nominated for the Piolet d’or for the ascent to Xulian Feng in China.

I like all types of alpine activities such as alpine climbing, sport climbing, ski touring, etc. Overall I like to spend my time in the mountains. That is why I decided I not only want to climb for myself, but to guide other people, so they can experience what I have until now.
My mission as a mountain guide is to provide you the safest way to discover mountains, so that you can explore the vertical world in a different way. I will guide you to more or less populated mountain trails and climbing routes.

Languages

Slovenian | German | English | Croatian

Certificates

ZGVS

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What people are saying about Igor

STEPHEN

Igor was a great guide. This was my first tour and he was very patient and very happy to pass on his considerable knowledge. Stunning surroundings and great snow made for a fantastic experience. Thanks!

Roger

This was a great trip. It was challenging enough to be interesting but easy enough for all the family. The option of staying in the hut after lunch for those not wanting to do the summit worked well. Igor was great. thanks

Renata

I would highly recommend Igor as a guide. He was patient, knowledgeable and all around nice guy. The scenery was beautiful and the hike was a lot of fun. Definitely a must do!

Ioana

Igor is very attentive guide and he was with me at every step. He made pictures with me along the way and he pushed me to achieve my goal. Thanks! All the entire process to booking was very easy from choosing the trip to descending back in town in safety and they are amazing team, because I have a tone of questions and they have a tone of patience. Thanks again, guys! I will return for via ferrata on Triglav.

Pia

The experience truly was 5*, the scenery of 7 lakes valleys was just breathtaking. Igor was amazing guide, he really took care of us and explained about the local culture and nature while drinking few beers at the hut & waiting the sunset:) Especially the "fast route down", via ferrata and meeting the mountain goat was very memorable! I have and i will continue recommend you guys and Igor for my friends;) All the best to you guys and maybe next time we will tackle another mountain together:) Love and Sunshine from Finland.