Alpinism
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"Hi Guys - have been meaning to get in touch and again thank you for all your help in the Alps - it really was an excellent 2 weeks. I really learned a lot and feel that I made progress as a climber " PW 4000m Classics + MB Extra '04 The ascent of alpine 4000m peaks is one of the classic challenges of alpine mountaineering. Flexibility on this week is the key - as we climb different objectives each year, allowing people to build up their tally of 4000ers. Routes are carefully selected to allow access to great summits without undue technical difficulty, so you can enjoy discovering new 4000m peaks year after year. Typically grades are in the range F to PD+ depending on the mountain (see: classic alpine 4000m peaks photos). Sample Itinerary Subject to weather and conditions we follow the general format below: Day 0 Sat Day 1 Sun Days 2-6 Mon - Fri Climbing Days: Ascents of classic 4000m peaks in the western alps: Eg Mt Blanc de Tacul, Weissmies, Lagginhorn, Nadelhorn, Allalinhorn, Rimpfischorn, Stralhorn, Breithorn, Pollux, Gross Grunhorn, Monch & Jungfrau - choice of peaks to be determined by current climbing conditions and what you have climbed before! Don't forget to tell us of any 4000m peaks you have already climbed when booking, so we can plan accordingly. Food and Accommodation We run all of our courses on a guiding & instruction only basis to allow you maximum flexibility with accommodation options. Our recommended hotel in Chamonix is the Hotel Les Lanchers ** (see photos) in Chamonix Les Praz, run but friendly ex-pat Jon Rodgers - who we will happily put you in touch with if you'd like to reserve a room. You are however free to make whatever accommodation arrangements you like. A number of nights are also spent in Alpine huts to maximise climbing time during the week. Your guide will book these as necessary & you simply pay for hut fees direct as you go along (the guides car fuel, hut and uplift expenses are all covered within the course budget). Travel Full travel details are provided with your joining instructions. Chamonix is easily reached by flights to Geneva and an airport transfer, both of which are bookable online.Fitness A good level of general fitness is required to enjoy the week, as summit days involve 5-9 hours climbing at altitude (see fitness level 2-3) so we advise you to prepare well in advance with days out in the UK hills, or other regular exercise. Due to the altitude of our objectives, pre acclimatisation for this course is helpful (on a preparation course the week before, or by arriving a couple of days in advance). Experience You need to be competent in the use of ice axe and crampons. Scottish winter climbing or an Alpine Intro course are suitable preparation. Equipment All communal safety equipment (ropes etc) is provided by us. You are expected to come equiped with personal clothing and climbing equipment. Local equipment hire (including boots) is also available. |
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