Activities and Levels

Levels

Walking an average of 6 hours per day on and off paths, and/or approximately 2,300 to 3,300 feet of altitude gains on uneven terrain and/or 9 to 12 miles. Possibility of passages in altitude. For those wishing to discover techniques of high mountaineering.

Walking more than 6 hours per day off path or on rough terrain, with more than 3,300 feet of altitude gain on uneven terrain (and/or 13 miles).

Requires basic knowledge of easy mountaineering techniques:
easy level, climbing with little or no belaying, well protected, may involved crevasses but straightforward glaciers

MOUNTAINEERING: Glacier Trekking

hike on a glacier during all or part of the trip. Mountain pastures, passes in altitude, sparkling lakes, glacial bowls, and high summits covered with snow, easy climbs to enjoy the imposing panoramas, a progressive manner to discover the high mountain environment. From well marked paths to venturing on to glaciers, to more hikes on uneven terrain (always lead by a high mountain guide who will teach you specific rope awareness and techniques associated with walking with crampons). Also mainly a hiking track, it will give you your first taste of alpinism, with the safety and security of a well organized roped party. You will discover a world of altitude and sight seeing splendors. For legitimate hiker in awe of wild open spaces!

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