Climb Mont Blanc 6 days
While not technically challenging, ascending Mont Blanc requires a high level of physical fitness and experience using crampons and an ice axe. Our six-day climb Mont Blanc programme has proved successful over the years and will stay the same as before with maximum flexibility in terms of which lifts, refuges and routes to use for the preparation days and the ascent of Mont Blanc.
The key to success climbing Mont Blanc is preparation. Weather conditions aside, the physical challenge and effects of altitude will present more barriers to success than any technical obstacles. This climb Mont Blanc course includes four preparation days, the primary goal being to spend as much time acclimatising at altitude as possible. To achieve this we will be exploring the fantastic high mountain terrain of the Mont Blanc range, climbing lesser peaks and spending a night in a mountain hut to further the time spent at altitude. You will also be taught glacier travel techniques and have plenty of time to practise your crampon and ice axe skills in preparation for a safe and successful ascent of Mont Blanc. The final two days are for the ascent itself. Check out our course itinerary for more details.
Depending upon conditions and the ability of the group, your Chamonix Experience guide will select one of two possible routes to climb Mont BLanc. Slightly more technical, the route from the Aiguille du Midi, over Mont Blanc du Tacul and Mont Maudit is generally quieter, and highly dependent on conditions. The slightly easier and more reliable option is via the Tramway du Mont Blanc to the Nid d’Aigle, then up the Aiguille du Goûter and the Bosses ridge. Check out our route guide for more details about the routes to climb Mont Blanc.
Please note: Our climb Mont Blanc course programme is not fixed and our mountain guides will adapt the programme to suit the group. The weather is an important factor and routes will be chosen to maximise training and preparation taking the weather and conditions into account.
Accommodation in fully catered comfortable chalet
During the climb Mont Blanc course you will be staying at the Yeti Lodge, a comfortable chalet located in the charming village of Argentière, close to our office and sport shop for your convenience.
The chalet has a large sunny terrace with a superb view of Mont Blanc. The bright and airy rooms are twin or triple bedded, so you should be prepared to share with one or two course participants. All meals (breakfast, lunch packs, afternoon tea and three-course dinner) are included and prepared by our hosts, so you can relax and fully enjoy the course.
For more information about the Yeti lodge look under Accommodation.
This 6 day climb Mont Blanc course is for hill walkers, mountaineers and climbers with a good level of fitness.
Trip Details
Duration: 6 Days
Please note: You should plan to arrive Sunday before course start date and depart Sunday after course finish date. Accommodation and meals included.
2009 Dates:
June 08 - 13
June 15 - 20
June 22 - 27
June 29 - 04 July
July 06 - 11
July 13 - 18
July 20 - 25
July 27 - 01 August
August 03 - 08
August 10 - 15
August 17 - 22
August 24 - 29
August 31 - 05 September
September 07 - 12
September 14 - 19
Group Size: 2-4
Ratio: 1:4 day 1-4 and 1:2 day 5-6
Included: Guide fee, group equipment, 5 nights half board chalet accommodation on a twin or triple share basis at the Yeti Lodge, lunch packs, lifts, 2 refuge nights with dinner and breakfast, local transport
Not included: Personal equipment, mountain rescue insurance, airport transfers
Equipment: See Equipment List or contact our office
Price: 2,095€ per person
10% discount for groups of 4 booking together
For whom: Hill walkers, climbers and mountaineers with a GOOD level of fitness. Previous mountaineering experience is not compulsory but recommended. The Alpine Adventure & Via Ferrata week and/or the Alpine Climbing course is a perfect introduction to get used to the mountaineering environment before climbing Mont Blanc.
