Climb Mont Blanc 4810m
Climb Mont Blanc
The Mont Blanc – King of the Alps! Towering over the villages of Chamonix, Saint Gervais and Courmayeur, standing at a height of 4810m, it is easy to understand why climbing Mont Blanc is a challenge that requires an excellent acclimatization and technical preparation. The cold temperatures and the high altitude are not to be underestimated during this ascent. Discover the IFMGA guided climbing programs that Peakpowder offers! Our summit success rate is 97%! This high level of success is mainly due to the fact that we personalize and adjust each program to meet the individual needs of each climber. The majestic Mont Blanc peak is an objective that we can help you achieve!
MONT BLANC CLIMBING COURSES:
CLIMB MONT BLANC – PRIVATE 6 DAY MOUNTAINEERING COURSE
The acclimatization takes place in the west section of the Mont Blanc mountain range, far away from the crowds and the lifts of the Chamonix valley. Our base camp is at the Conscrits mountain hut, a modern alpine hut located in a magnificent setting with a warm **** welcome. Part of the course is dedicated to learning basic snow and ice techniques and part of it is geared to using mixed climbing skills and putting all these to use. The goal of this 6 day Mont Blanc Objective course is to have participants acquire the fundamental climbing skills required for the Mont Blanc ascent.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS::
- Stunning views of the Mont Blanc mountain range throughout the acclimatization program.
- Climbing a true summit during the acclimatization – Aiguille de la Bérangère (3425m)
- Private personnalized IFMGA mountain guide instruction for the duration of the course. 1 IFMGA mountain guide for a maximum of 2 climbers when climbing Mont Blanc.
- The rental of mountaineering boots and crampons is included in the program
- The use of an ice axe, helmet and harness is included in the program at no additional charge.
NO REGISTRATION FEES.
GRAN PARADISO & MONT BLANC – PRIVATE 6 DAY MOUNTAINEERING COURSE
This 6 day mountaineering course provides an excellent acclimatization and provides an opportunity to climb a 4000m peak, the Gran Paradiso (4061m) prior to climbing the Mont Blanc (4810m).
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
- Private personalized IFMGA mountain guide instruction for the duration of the course. 1 IFMGA guide for a maximum of 2 climbers for the Mont Blanc ascent.
- A progressive acclimatization with the ascent of Gran Paradiso at 4061m prior to climbing Mont Blanc at 4810m
- Discover two mountain ranges, the Gran Paradiso National Park and the Mont Blanc range, as well as two divers cultures, languages and countries.
- Quality food and accommodation in high mountain alpine huts.
- Acquire the necessary mountaineering skills required to safely climb and achieve your objective
- The rental of mountaineering boots and crampons is included in the program
- The use of an ice axe, helmet and harness is included in the program at no additional charge.
NO REGISTRATION FEES.
CLIMB MONT BLANC VIA THE NORMAL ROUTE – 3 DAY CLIMBING COURSE
This mountaineering course is geared to alpine climbers who are in great physical shape, who have previous mountain experience, but need a “gentle” acclimatization. Climbers are already familiar with crampon and rope skills required to climb Mont Blanc (4810m).
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
- Private personalized IFMGA mountain guide instruction with 1 guide for a maximum of 2 climbers during the Mont Blanc ascent.
- You choose your dates, according to your schedule
- All necessary climbing equipment is included (mountaineering boots, crampons, harness, ice axe & helmet)
- An all-inclusive option, where Peakpowder organizes everything…you simply focus on your climbing objective!
CLIMB MONT BLANC: THE NORMAL ROUTE – 2 DAY CLIMBING COURSE
This option is reserved for experienced mountaineers only. Climbers are in great physical shape, already well acclimatized and have the necessary crampon and rope skills required to climb Mont Blanc (4810m). Participants have climbed a 4000m peak within a two week period prior to arriving in the Chamonix valley.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
- Private personalized IFMGA mountain guide instruction with 1 guide for a maximum of 2 climbers during the Mont Blanc ascent.
- You choose your dates, according to your schedule
- All necessary climbing equipment is included (boots, crampons, harness, ice axe & helmet)
- An all-inclusive option, where Peakpowder organizes everything…you simply focus on climbing objective!
MONT BLANC NORMAL ROUTE 2 DAY ASCENT
IFMGA GUIDE ONLY: 1200 EUR (1 or 2 climbers for 1 IFMGA mountain guide) All costs related to the guide and clients need to be added to this rate.
MONT BLANC COURSES WITH NO LIFT ACCESS :
Mont Blanc NORMAL ROUTE
The Mont Blanc is a beautiful mountain and its summit is earned! Climbing the normal route of the Mont Blanc without using any mechanical assistance puts the challenge into perspective. The adventure starts from the valley by foot and progressively climbers find themselves immersed in the vastness of the Mont Blanc range. Four days are needed to complete this route. It is a step back in time to the old world, when climbers were also pioneers.
Climbers need to meet the Gold level requirements of the Peakpowder Mountaineering Evaluation Form. 4 day climb with a maximum group size of 2 participants per IFMGA mountain guide.
Mont Blanc VIA THE Aiguille de Bionnassay – THE GREAT Dorsal
Starting from the village of Les Contamines we climb to the summit of Mont Blanc via the long and beautiful Dômes de Miage ridge and the Aiguille de Bionnassay. This mountaineering adventure takes 4 days and covers half of the Mont Blanc range. It is a spectacular and wild traverse that goes from West to East. An unusual Mont Blans climb!
Climbers need to have the Gold level requirements in the Peakpowder Mountaineering Evaluation Form. 6 day climb, with a maximum group size of 2 participants per IFMGA mountain guide.
Mont Blanc VIA THE Col du MONT Tondu
This climbing program provides an alternative to the normal route. Our steps will form the shape of a circle on the topographical map. This route is generally climbed in June and July. We climb up and then down the Mont Blanc. Discover the Italian side of the Mont Blanc range starting with the Val Veny, moving to the Miage glacier, and finally reaching the Piton des Italiens. The route continues on the Arête des Bosses (or the Bump ridge) to the summit of the Alps at 4810m. The descent takes us via the Aiguille du Goûter to the village of Bionnassay. This alpine trip takes 6 days and requires that participants are in excellent physical shape and have a good level of endurance.
Climbers need to have the Gold level requirements in the Peakpowder Mountaineering Evaluation Form. 6 day climb, with a maximum group size of 2 participants per IFMGA mountain guide.