Mountaineering in Chamonix: 1-week Intensive course (Stage I)
Follow IFMGA certified mountain guide Tal on this 1-week intensive course and improve your mountaineering skills while you enjoy the fantastic landscapes of Chamonix.
Group
Alps
7 Days
Jun - Sep
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Take part of a 1-week intensive mountaineering course in Chamonix.
- Improve your skills on ice and rock in the company of an expert.
- Practice what you have learned in the stunning peaks in the area.
Description
Looking for a mountaineering program to improve your skills? Then you’ve come to the right place. Follow me on this 1-week intensive course and enjoy learning and practicing in Chamonix.
During this course, we’ll go over essential mountaineering topics, such as knots, use of the equipment, glacier travel and crevasse rescue. Also, I’ll teach you everything that you need to know about anchors in snow and ice as well as rope manipulation. In addition, by the end of the program, you’ll have developed basic leading and multi-pitch skills in steep terrain and have more knowledge about route planning.
Our meeting point will be around Chamonix and Argentière. I’ll tell you the precise location a few days before the activity. Take a look below for a detailed description of each day’s activity.
Please, keep in mind that it’s mandatory to have prior mountaineering experience in rock and ice as well as a very good level of fitness. Of course, I will be there to help and guide you!
So, does this course sound interesting to you? Then get in touch with me by sending your request to book your place. After this program, you’ll love mountaineering even more!
Are you looking for more advanced programs? Take a look at the stage II and stage III programs for this activity!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Transport during the trip
- Mountain guide expenses
Price details
- Not included: flights, insurance, rental equipment, transportation to the start of the trip, accommodation, halfboard, lifts.
- Nights + half board in a hotel in Argentiere/Chamonix (about 70 € a night).
- Nights in an alpine hut + half board (about 60 € for alpine club member).
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
We’ll meet in Chamonix or Argentière at 5 pm and have a trip briefing.
Day 2 to 3: Rock days in the valley
On these days, we’ll focus on our rock abilities.
Day 4 to 5: Ice days in an alpine hut
In the surrounding huts, I’ll teach you about walking on ice and snow, the use of an ice axe, belaying techniques, rappelling and steep ice climbing.
Day 6: Alpine ascent
On day 6, we’ll go for an ascent to Aiguille du Tour (3,540 meters) or Petite Fourche (3,429 meters). Once there, we’ll put into practice what we’ve learned. The climb will have a duration of 5 hours with an elevation gain of 1,000 meters.
Day 7: End of the course
We’ll take a cable car and climb a ridge in the French or the Italian side. Then, we’ll descend and finish the course.
About the guide
Tal
5.0
(10)
Mountain Guide
I am in the mountains all year-round, either guiding a trip or exploring on my own. Mountain guiding is not only my profession and passion but also my inner calling. I am a qualified IFMGA mountain and ski guide.
In 2012, I established my mountaineering school "Mountains" with the motto: Quality guiding on snow, rock and ice. You can count on a low client to guide ratio, reliable gear and high quality programs led by our talented team of guides. We are not adrenaline junkies - we put safety first and strive to meet and exceed all of our clients' needs.
We take great pride in having more than 30% returning clients and would be thrilled to welcome you to our "Mountains" family during your next rock, snow or ice adventure!
Languages
| German | English | Arabic
Certificates
VDBS | IFMGA
What people are saying about Tal
Thank you! It was really fantastic! I learned a lot and will keep at it - I have to say that ice, especially mixed and dry, is almost more fun than rock. Thank you for the super week and the great hotel! See you soon!
Tal and Dave,Thank you both on a terrific week in Chamonix! I had a great time and really feel now that I learnt a lot from you during this time! Climb save and see you next year :)
Hi Tal, I had a wonderful trip -- thank you so much for being such an excellent guide! Definitely want to do it again. Frankly, not sure why I bothered to fly home at all...... Really really want to go back :) Best, Amber
Arindam
It was a very good experience. Will return to Tal for more climbing projects.
Debbie
The course was intensive and fun! Tal is an incredible teacher and has a very vast knowledge which he shared with the group. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a short adventure in an incredible location.
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