Climb Mont Blanc in 3 days with a private guide
In summary
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Sports
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Duration3 days
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LevelAdvance
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DestinationMont Blanc Massif - France / Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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AgeFrom 16 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions15.36 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
In a few words
This intense trip is designed for experienced mountaineers already acclimatized to altitude , wishing to conquer Mont Blanc in three days via the classic Goûter route.
The first day is dedicated to the ascent to the Tête Rousse refuge. On the second day, you will continue to the Goûter refuge , where an additional night allows for further acclimatization. On the final day, at dawn, you will climb the last few meters to reach the summit in the breathtaking atmosphere of the high mountains .
👉 To guarantee the safety and cohesion of the team, registrations are exclusively in pairs ; we will not accept registrations from individuals.
The highlights
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Climbing Mont Blanc via the classic Goûter route in three days
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Glacier training to learn cramponing and belaying techniques
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1 private guide for 2 people
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Sport
Level
Mountaineering
In figures
Mountaineering
- Average distance/day: 7 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 834 m
- Average daily descent: 800 m
- Maximum altitude: 4810 m
- Exposed Passages: Yes
Management
French
The ascent is supervised by a high mountain guide for a group of 2 participants, who will provide the technical elements necessary for the smooth running of the stay.
The guide may need to modify the program to ensure safety depending on the mountain weather conditions or the physical condition of the participants.
Program
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From the Mont Blanc train to the Nid d'Aigle, ascent to the Tête Rousse refuge (3167m)
- Activity Mountaineering
- Distance 4 km
- Positive elevation gain 800 m
- Maximum altitude 3167 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
🚠 We'll take the first The Bellevue cable car takes us to the Mont Blanc Tramway and the Nid d'Aigle . An easy first section below the Rognes ridge and a quick traverse on the north face lead us to a snowy plateau at the end of which lies the Tête Rousse refuge . The afternoon is dedicated to rest and acclimatization, enjoying the magnificent view of the north face of Bionnassay.
Day 1 -
Ascent to the Goûter refuge (3817 m)
- Activity Mountaineering
- Distance 2 km
- Positive elevation gain 700 m
- Maximum altitude 3885 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Departure for the Goûter couloir : you must carefully follow your guide's instructions. Once on the ridge, we can see the new Goûter refuge : just a few more meters and it will be a well-deserved rest before the big day of climbing!
Note: If the participants' fitness and conditions permit, it is possible to continue the ascent of Mont Blanc after a good rest at the Goûter refuge. In all cases, we spend the night at this refuge, and if the ascent has been completed, we descend directly the following day. This option therefore offers two possible climbs.
Day 2 -
Ascent of Mont Blanc (4810 m)
- Activity Mountaineering
- Distance 14 km
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 2400 m
- Maximum altitude 4810 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
🌙 Wake-up call at 2 a.m., breakfast, and departure : we head towards the Dôme du Goûter. We proceed by headlamp ; the slopes are gentle , and we need to maintain a calm and steady pace. With the darkness, the concept of time disappears, and we soon reach the Dôme du Goûter at 4304 m.
Day breaks and we arrive at the Vallot bivouac , which is unguarded and theoretically serves as a shelter for climbers in difficulty. It is often here that the sun reaches us , bringing with it a renewed vigor. The summit draws nearer, the Bosses ridge begins, and for a few hours we will be suspended between sky and earth on a magnificent and sometimes airy ridge . The guide will then ask you to ensure that the rope is taut.
🏔️ Finally, after one last bump, the ridge widens and the summit appears, vast and welcoming. Welcome to 4810m! The descent follows the same route back to the Nid d'Aigle where we board the Mont Blanc tramway. One last cable car ride and we're back in Les Houches where we collect the cars.
Day 3
Note
The high-mountain guide accompanying you knows Mont Blanc intimately and will be best placed to assess the feasibility of the ascent. Ultimately, they will make the decision to continue or abandon the climb. For this course, we confirm the possibility of attempting the ascent three days before departure. However, it is possible that the weather may ultimately be different from what was forecast (a frequent occurrence in Chamonix). In this case, the guide may still decide to modify the program or cancel the attempt on the morning of departure.
Accommodation
Nights in mountain huts Accommodation takes place in dormitories : blankets are provided, but you should bring a sleeping bag liner. Toiletries will be kept to a minimum. Slippers are available, so there's no need to bring shoes for the refuge.
Access
Go to the starting point
🚂 Take the train to Saint Gervais les Bains le Fayet station then take the TER Touristique Mont Blanc Express to Chamonix.
🚘 Take the A40 "Autoroute Blanche" to Chamonix.
Price details
The price includes
- The technical organization of the circuit
- Supervision by high-mountain guides
- Half-board accommodation in mountain huts
- Picnics
- The ski lifts
- Collective safety equipment (ropes, etc.)
The price does not include
- Transportation within the valley will be provided by participants' vehicles.
- Race and picnic supplies
- Drinks and personal expenses in the refuge
- Individual technical equipment: ice axe, harness, crampons, helmets, mountaineering boots (rental available)
- Insurance and assistance: cancellation, search and rescue costs by helicopter, hospitalization and repatriation
- Anything not mentioned under "the price includes"
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Please note that since the summer of 2021, all reservations in the mountain huts on the normal route of Mont Blanc (Tête Rousse Hut and Goûter Hut) are mandatory and non-transferable for the ascent. Reservations open in January for the following summer.
We therefore register participants subject to availability in the mountain huts when reservations open. We will confirm your Mont Blanc trip as soon as the hut reservations have been confirmed! Please wait for our confirmation at the beginning of the year before booking any additional nights or transportation to ensure you have the correct dates for your trip.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- The group equipment (ropes) is provided
- Slippers (Crocs) and blankets/duvets are available in the shelters.
Equipment to bring
- Individual technical equipment: ice axe, harness, crampons, helmets, mountaineering boots (rental available: contact our partner Concept Pro Shop to reserve your equipment. You will receive a 10% discount by mentioning that you are booking through Montagne Expédition. The meeting point for the first day will be given in this shop).
- High mountaineering boots with rigid soles and crampon compatibility are mandatory: trekking-type shoes are not sufficient.
- A comfortable 40/50 litre mountaineering backpack: it must have attachments for crampons, ice axe and helmet.
- An ice axe, crampons, a harness equipped with a locking carabiner (note that carabiners cannot be rented; you will need to buy them if you don't already have them), a helmet
- One or two telescopic ski poles (depending on your preferences): we highly recommend them, especially for downhill runs.
- A water bottle/thermos of at least 1.5 liters
- A headlamp, with spare batteries and bulbs
- A pocket knife
- 1 waterproof pouch with your money, identity documents (and if possible, blood type/contact lens wearer information, etc.), insurance/assistance contract and emergency telephone numbers
- A pair of gaiters (not available for rent)
- A sleeping bag liner ( mandatory , and blankets are available in the refuge): a sleeping bag is unnecessary
- A Zyploc bag with medications and toiletries (bare minimum: toothpaste + lens solution + hydroalcoholic lotion to clean hands): no running water in the shelters in general, bring some alcohol-free wipes if you wish (be careful of the weight).
- A small tube of SPF 50 sunscreen (face and lips) + after-sun lotion
- A rain cover for the bag (not mandatory)
You will carry all your belongings, picnics and equipment in your 40/50 litre mountaineering backpack.
Clothing to bring
- Cap.
- Hat (or cap) for sun protection and/or scarf
- Glacier sunglasses (category 4 protection) + ski goggles
- A balaclava (like a balaclava that covers the whole head) (very useful in very cold weather)
- 1 pair of very warm mittens
- 1 pair of fleece or wool gloves
- 1 pair of glove liners
- 2 or 3 breathable, long-sleeved technical base layers
- Breathable technical base layer (carline, lightweight fleece...)
- Thick fleece jacket
- Down jacket or vest (not mandatory but appreciated if it's very cold on summit day)
- 1 windproof, waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex type jacket
- 1 pair of comfortable mountain pants for approach trails
- 1 pair of Gore-Tex type windproof trousers when you are on a glacier
- 1 pair of breathable technical tights
- Socks: 3 thin pairs and 2 thicker pairs
- A few hand and/or foot warmers can prove useful for those who get cold easily on summit day.
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