White Valley Traverse
Experience the Vallée Blanche Traverse, one of the most spectacular routes in the Alps, guided by David Pérez, an experienced mountain guide certified by UIAGM, UIMLA, and AEGM. This traverse will take you through exceptional glacial landscapes and offer unforgettable panoramic views. David Pérez will tailor the route to your experience level, ensuring a safe and exhilarating adventure. Get all the details on required gear, rates, and tips to make the most of this unforgettable alpine journey.
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Meeting at the ticket office of the Italian Skywey cable car in Courmayeur (Italian side) early in the morning with your guide.
Distribution of the safety equipment and we go up with the first cabin to the top station of the cable car. Putting on the safety equipment, roping and we set foot on the glacier to begin the crossing. First about 300m downhill and then about 700m of positive slope to reach the top of the Aiguille du Midi by its sharp east ridge. From here several options to return; If the schedule is good return by the same route of going, by the cable car of Panoramic Mont – Blanc, by the Aiguille du Midi directly to Chamonix (previous combination of cars necessary) If we access from the Aiguille du Midi same route and return by the cable car Panoramic Mont Blanc.
If we opt for a simpler route at an initiation level, we will visit several passes and small satellite peaks around the Torino refuge to come back down at the end of the day by the same access point of the morning.
It is mandatory for the client to bring this complete list of material at the time of starting the contracted program.
- High mountain boots and gaiters.
- GoreTex jacket and pants.
- Sof shell or trekking pants.
- Fleece lining (thin and thick depending on the weather).
- Down or primaloft jacket.
- Thermal T-shirt.
- Inner thermal tights.
- Thin and thick gloves.
- Hat and cap with visor.
- Sunglasses.
- Mask or Buff.
- Mountaineering backpack from 35 to 40L with holders to carry ice axes and poles.
- Classic ice axe 60cm long maximum (included in the price).
- Crampons with anti-boots compatible with the boots (included in the price).
- Harness, two safety carabiners (included in the price).
- Folding poles.
- Protective creams for lips and face.
- Water bottle of at least 1,5lt and isotonic salts.
- Thermos (optional)
Price per person:
- 1 person 625€.
- 2 people group 310€/person.
- 3 people group 210€/person.
- 4 people group 155€/person.
- 5 people group 125€/person.
Include:
- UIAGM mountain guide and advice prior to the activity.
- Guide’s ski passes in the Chamonix valley.
- Accident and RC insurance during the activity.
- Glacier technical equipment if not available (crampons, ice axe, harness and helmet).
Not Included:
- 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.
- Midday meals.
