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Booking deadline: 1st of February Want to experience the awe inspiring mountain wilderness and gnarly descents that have made Chamonix the mountaineering and freeride capital of the world? We have put together a unique trip allowing you to discover ski touring and push
your limits under the guidance and instruction of professional Chamonix mountain guides. Ski touring frees you from resort skiing, allowing you to explore literally anywhere on the mountain range there is snow. And of course many of the best descents in the most beautiful high mountain environments are only accessible with a bit of effort. You will be housed in the UCPA building, basically a giant premium quality hostel with a nice canteen, bar, games room etc. Breakfast and dinner are a chance to meet some of the interesting crowds the UCPA draws, expect some crazy scandinavians, and this is France, food is good. The touring itineraries and descents will be tailored to people's skiing ability, you do not have to be a pro freerider, we only ask that you are more or less comfortable skiing red or black runs, and preferably off piste. Regardless, your skiing ability and confidence will be radically improved by the end of the week, as will your fitness levels!
***For the week of the 17th - 23rd March 2013: - Ski touring trip: £655***
What is included?
- Board and lodging at the Chamonix UCPA right in the centre of town, the best possible deal at the best location anywhere in town (literally right next to all the bars and shops). The UCPA is a national sporting organisation, in Chamonix they have branched out to welcome foreign teams other guests, so we are essentially sponsored by the French government. http://tinyurl.com/cxncc6s
- Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner provided by the UCPA for the duration of the trip, of course you can opt for a meal out whenever.
- Specialist equipment rental (touring skis/skins, touring boots, adjustable poles, ARVA/transceiver, avalanche kit, harness)
- Driver and minibus transport around Chamonix for the duration of the week, to and from the cable cars and pick up from the ski tour end points.
- Airport transfer from and to Geneva International Airport
- Week long Chamonix Unlimited ski pass
- 4 days minimum of guiding with professional Chamonix mountain guides, some of the most experienced mountaineers and steep skiers in the world, they will lead groups, teaching and ensuring safety techniques. Options:
Maximum group size is 8-10 depending on the itinerary, the week will start with some adventurous routes that take you far away from the tame ski resorts and ensure long powdery descents. There is the option of not touring, and skiing lift accessible backcountry descents, with more of a focus on off-piste technique and mountain safety. An avalanche rescue training session can also be organised. If there are a few exceptional skiers who really want to push the envelope, the guides can take smaller groups - maximum of 4 - to conquer some of the descents that really make Chamonix legendary. Booking will open shortly, and once we have sufficient numbers, we can arrange a deal for flights.
