Chamonix – Zermatt ski tour
Experience the majestic Chamonix - Zermatt traverse on skis, one of the most iconic routes in the Alps. Guided by David Pérez, an expert mountain guide certified by UIAGM, UIMLA, and AEGM, you will embark on a unique journey from the heart of Chamonix to the iconic Zermatt. This traverse offers both a physical and technical challenge, featuring spectacular views, glaciers, and iconic peaks such as the Matterhorn. Ideal for ski mountaineers seeking an epic adventure. Get all the details on required gear, rates, and tips to successfully complete this impressive traverse.
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Day 1: Grand Montets – Argentiere Hut
La Herse cable car station ( 2.600m) – Col des Rechasses (3.037m) – Argentiere Glacier (2.560m) – Argentiere Hut ( 2.769 m )
Positive vertical drop: 646m
Descent: 500 m
Distance: 9 km
Timetable: 3 – 5h
Day 2: Argentiere Hut – Champex
Option 1: Champex Via Col de Chardonnet and Ecandies
Ref. de Argentiere – Col de Chardonnet (3.321 m) – Col de la Fenetre de Saleina (3.261 m) – Col des Ecandies (2.793 m- technical pass that requires rope and crampons to secure this short but entertaining pass) – Champex (1.450 m)
Positive difference in altitude: 1.040m
Negative difference in altitude: 2.000 m
Distance: 18 km
Timetable: 6-8 hours
Option 2: Via the Col du Passon
Argentiere Hut ( 2.769m) – Passon base glacier plate ( 2.400m ) – Col du Passon ( 3.028m) – Col sup. De Tour ( 3.289m ) – Base glacier plate ( 3.050m) – Trient Hut (3.170 m)
Positive difference in altitude: 1.040m
Negative Unevenness: 569 m
Distance: 12 km
Timetable: 6-8 hours
Day 3: Champex – Refuge of Refuge of Prafleuri
Transfer by cab to Verbier (25 minutes) and ascent with the cable car to the col des Gentianes and ascent to the col de Choux (2.940 m) Col de Momin (3.015 m) and descent to the refuge of Prafleuri at 2.657m.
Positive difference in altitude: 1.000 m
Negative vertical drop: 500 m
Total distance of the stage: 9 Km
Approx. time: 6-8 hours.
Day 4: Prafleuri Hut – Dix Hut.
Prafleuri Hut ( 2.657m) – Col de Roux (2.804m) – Lac de Dix ( 2.390m) – Pas du Chat (2.385m) – Hut des Dix (2.928m)
Accumulated positive vertical drop: 1.090m
Accumulated negative vertical drop: 890m
Distance: 8,7Km
Approximate time: 7-9h h
Day 5: Dix Hut – Pigne D’Arolla – Vignettes Hut.
Dix Hut (2.928m) – Ascent to the Pigne d’Arolla (3.790m) through the famous Serpentine Pass (the most technically difficult pass of the trek depending on conditions) – Descent to the Vignettes Hut (3.160m).
Accumulated positive difference in altitude: 970m
Accumulated negative difference in altitude: 740 m
Distance: 7,5 Km
Approximate time: 6-8h
Day 6: Vignettes Hut – Zermatt
Vignettes hut (3,160 m) – col de l’Evêque (3,382 m) – col de Mont Brûlé (3,213 m) – col de Valpelline (3,557 m) – Zermatt (1,619 m)
Accumulated positive difference in altitude: 1.150 m
Accumulated negative difference in altitude: 2.650m
Distance: 28’6Km
Approximate time: 7-9h
It is mandatory for the client to bring this complete list of material at the time of starting the contracted program.
- MOUNTAIN SKIING EQUIPMENT: skis, boots, skins, blades and poles (in good condition) CAN BE RENTED AT CHAMONIX
- ABS backpack (optional, can be rented).
- Ice axe, crampons, harness (included in the price).
- DVS 3 antennas, shovel and probe. ( Included in the price )
- 1 ice screw, 2 safety carabiners, 1 anchor rope (included in the price).
Backpack prepared to carry skis and ice axe (about 40 liters),
Gore Tex type pants and jacket / waterproof and breathable membrane.
Thermal underwear tights and T-shirt
Thin fleece lining
Light or thick jacket (depending on the temperature of the moment) feather or similar fiber.
Sunglasses and goggles.
Hat
Gloves 2 pairs, 1 thin and 1 thick. If you are very cold, take mittens.
Small first aid kit with personal medication.
Prices per person:
- 1 person 2.750€.
- 2 people group 1.375€/person.
- 3 people group 910€/person.
- 4 people group 690€/person.
- 5 people group 550€/person.
Include:
- Mountain guide UIAGM
- Guide’s ski passes in the Chamonix valley.
- Accident and liability insurance during the activity.
- Technical advice before and during the program
- Safety equipment if not available (DVA 3 antennas, shovel, probe).
- Glacier technical equipment if not available (crampons, ice axe, harness, ice screw).
- Collective equipment (satellite phone, rope, ice screws, etc).
Not Included:
I am not a travel agency so I can not charge for things that do not belong to my job as a mountain guide, so, in the price you pay are not included your expenses or the guide’s, such as:
- Transfers to Chamonix
- Internal transfers during the week
- Your accommodation during the program.
- Personal equipment such as backpacks, clothes, etc.
- Your ski passes and ski passes to access the ski lifts and ski resorts.
- Your half day lunch
