6-day Ice Climbing Expedition in the Dolomites

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Join Tal, an IFMGA-certified guide, on this epic 6-day mixed ice climbing adventure in the Dolomites.

Group

8 Days

Jan, Feb

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Ice climb to the top of a frozen waterfall.
Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Dolomites.
Learn and hone new ice climbing techniques.

Description

Join me on this exhilarating 6-day ice climbing expedition in the breathtakingly beautiful Dolomites!

Our adventure begins after we meet for the orientation at the hotel in Füssen. The next morning, we drive on to either Tannheimertal, Austria or South Tirol, Italy, weather permitting. In either of these stunning locations, we will begin climbing!

We will practice using crampons as well as axes and climb up a few icefalls of varying steepness. Depending on how well we progress, we might even try some vertical ice.

The next day, we will go over some safety and more climbing techniques. We will also learn how to place and clean ice screws, how to prepare belay stances in ice and how to pass an ice bulge.

All of this prepares us for the next 3.5 days of mixed climbing challenges. You will use your lead climbing skills on an icefall with the option to place your own screws along the way.

You will also have the opportunity to build your own stance and belay on a multi-pitch ice course in preparation for the highlight of our trip.

This comes on the sixth day, when we climb a long waterfall together while switching leads. The ice climb is stunning and the scenery at the top will be absolutely sublime.

Finally, our adventure will culminate with a mix climbing challenge. We will spend half of a day climbing short and steep waterfalls before heading back to Füssen and saying goodbye.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this exhilarating ice climbing adventure in the stunningly scenic Dolomites.

If you like the look of this trip then we think you might also be interested in our 8-day mountaineering course including the summiting of Wild Spitz!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Mountain guide expenses
Luggage transfer
Rope
Harness
Helmet
Belay and rappel devices
Quickdraws
Avalanche equipment
Crampons
Ski poles
Ice axe
Hot shower

Price details

Included:
5 days of intensive ice climbing
Planning and guiding by an IFMGA/UIAGM qualified guide/ aspirant.
*Group size: min/max: 4 participants.
Avalanche safety equipment
Modern & high-level ice climbing equipment (excluding clothing and shoes)
Video analysis
Transportation during the activity
Not included:
Flights/ traveling costs
Personal insurances
Mountaineering shoes rental (in case needed)
Overnights in the valley (1/2 pension about 75€ per night for a participant sharing a double& triple bedroom)
estimated total expenses of 1550,00 €

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

We will have the meeting point at 5 pm at our hotel in the valley, have an introduction talk, the equipment handover, and an introduction to various knots.

Day 2: First Climbing Day

Depending on the conditions in the Tannheimertal or on our way to the Hotel in South Tirol (Italy), we will have an introduction to using ice axes and crampons in easy terrain.

Day 3: Technique Improvement

The entire day will be dedicated to learning how to climb ice properly with varied techniques. At some stage, we will get into placing and “cleaning” ice screws, preparation of gear, building belay stances in ice for top rope, and rappelling. Then we will have a video analysis.

Day 4: Pseudo Lead Climbing

We will put into good practice what you have learned the days before and in addition, we will keep on working on climbing techniques: how to climb efficiently and economically, how to pass an ice bulge, how to traverse in ice, and to move a bit faster while climbing. We will also get into lead climbing, and will have a video analysis.

Day 5: Lead Climbing

We will warm up on top rope, get our confidence, and try to end the day when everyone is leading an icefall while placing screws.

Day 6: Multi-pitch Climb

Under the supervision of the guide, you are going to lead-climb all day long, while building rappel stances and being self-sufficient. The activity will end in the late afternoon.

Details

More info

Prior ice climbing experience is not necessary. However, prior rock climbing, lead climbing and belaying experience is necessary.

Meeting point

Füssen, Germany

About the guide

Tal

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Mountain Guide

I am in the mountains all year-round, either guiding a trip or exploring on my own. Mountain guiding is not only my profession and passion but also my inner calling. I am a qualified IFMGA mountain and ski guide.

In 2012, I established my mountaineering school "Mountains" with the motto: Quality guiding on snow, rock and ice. You can count on a low client to guide ratio, reliable gear and high quality programs led by our talented team of guides. We are not adrenaline junkies - we put safety first and strive to meet and exceed all of our clients' needs.

We take great pride in having more than 30% returning clients and would be thrilled to welcome you to our "Mountains" family during your next rock, snow or ice adventure!

Languages

| German | English | Arabic

Certificates

VDBS | IFMGA

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