Dent Blanche ascent with guide
Ascension of the Dent Blanche with guide. Mythical summit at 4357m in Swiss Valais. Technical mountaineering in high mountains for experienced climbers.
IN details
This course will allow you to climb an emblematic summit of the Alps “La Dent Blanche” culminating at 4357m. This summit is a must in any mountaineering career. It offers a beautiful ascent to the heart of one of the most beautiful panoramas in the Alps. It is aimed at people who already have a very good mountaineering experience and want to achieve a beautiful aerial edge. This large-scale race, although shorter than the Matterhorn, is considered to be technically more difficult. Very good physical condition required.
A 2nd Guide will join us on the 4th day at the Dent Blanche refuge.
During this week we will see how:
- Evolve in a tight rope
- Ensure a second and a first of chordée;
- Carry out a call back safely;
- Install effective protections in these areas (ice pins, wedges, pegs etc...)
- Create reliable relays.
A word about your guide
Sébastien Laurent
A mountain guide for over 25 years, Sébastien combines technical expertise and pedagogy. Trained in alpine geography and a veteran of international expeditions, he accompanies you in French, English and Spanish towards your mountain goals.
Discover the complete course of your internship day by day. Each stage is designed for your technical progress and safety in the mountains with an experienced guide.
Climb to the Refuge: Tsa's Cabin
Go to Chamonix (9:00) or directly to Arolla (15:00). From Arolla, go up to the Cabane de Tsa. Positive altitude difference of 1000m. Dinner and overnight at the shelter.
Routes: the Dent du Tsalion (3589m) and the Aiguille de Tsa
Breakfast at the shelter. Departure for the ascent of the western ridge of the Dent du Tsalion and the Aiguille de la Tsa. Positive altitude difference of 800m and negative altitude difference of 600m. Dinner and night at the refuge: La Cabane de Berthol (3311m).
Junction Tête Blanche and Col d'Heres
Breakfast at the shelter. Blanche head and Col d'Herès junctions to reach the Dent Blanche hut (3507m). Positive altitude difference of 500m and negative altitude difference of 350m. Dinner and overnight at the shelter.
Ascension of the Grand Gendarme and the Dent Blanche (4357m)
Breakfast at the shelter. Easy climbing of rocks, from Grand Gendarme and then from Dent Blanche. Positive altitude difference of 850m.
Important : This is just an example of a program. The Guide reserves the right to modify it at any time according to the level of the participants and the weather conditions.
What customers think
The testimonies of our participants speak for themselves. Discover their authentic feedback on this mountain adventure that they experienced with our guides.
I had a great time climbing with Sébastien. I changed the stay due to the weather and was able to find dry rock in rainy weather. Throughout the stay, Sébastien not only offered me numerous climbs, but also helped me improve my skills.
A talented, pleasant and direct guide with whom we are happy to share our passion for the mountains. Thanks, Sebastian!
Thanks to Sebastien L you are pushing your limits! Demanding but attentive, he will take you to discover landscapes off the beaten track... with a cool attitude. In short, a great guide!
Price details
The minimum and maximum capacities of this course are mentioned in the table below. The price will always be mentioned per person and covers the entire course.
Price includes:
- The Guide's service over 2 days
- The loan of a harness
- An ARVA and 2 technical axes
- Collective technical and emergency equipment
Price does not include:
- The accommodation
- The ski lifts
- Pic-nics for you and your guide.
Guaranteed progress
Proven teaching method - You will leave with new technical skills
20 years of experience
Perfect knowledge of the conditions and the best routes to ensure a safe experience
Hardware included
No specialized equipment? Your guide can help you out with reserve equipment.
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