Dufourspitze climbing in Monte Rosa massif

Join one of the IFMGA-certified guides in the Peakshunter team to the summit of the awe-inspiring Dufourspitze, the highest mountain on the Monte Rosa massif in the Alps!

Private

Alpes

2 Days

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate

Highlights

* Climb up to the top of Dufourspitze in Monte Rosa.

* Contemplate breathtaking views of the Monte Rosa massif while climbing.

* Join a personalized mountain climbing trip with an experienced mountain guide.

Description

Would you like to climb the awe-inspiring Dufourspitze in the Italian Alps! Then join me on this stupendous 2-day mountain-climbing experience to the top of the highest peak on the Monte Rosa massif.

Climbing to the top of the Dufourspitze with its 4,634 meters is an experience you will never forget. This challenging climb takes 2 days and can only be done in the summer.

On this program, we will ascend the mount through a very safe and elegant route. I will guide you in groups of no more than 2 people in order to guarantee your safety as well an offer personalized guidance throughout the trip. You will require a good fitness level and a careful ear to the guide’s instructions in order to reach the summit.

After climbing on the first day, we will sleep in a high-altitude hut, at 3647 meters. Then, the second day will be more challenging since we will spend 10-12 hours descending via a jagged route. Nonetheless, the rewards will be well worth the effort!

So, are you ready to climb the Dufourspitze? Then send me a request and let’s start planning an unforgettable adventure in the Alps! I will be happy to guide you!

You can also take a look at this 5-day mountaineering traverse in the Monte Rosa massif.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

20 Euros/per person for ice axe, harness, crampons and helmet.

Liability insurance and loan of group equipment is included in the price.

Itinerary

Day 1: Meeting and ascent to Gnifetti Hut

Meeting and short briefing of the trip. Cable car to Punta Indren, at 3279m. One-hour walk to Mantova Hut at 3498m or 2-hour walk directly to Gnifetti Hut at 3647m. We will have dinner and sleep at the hut.

Day 2: Reaching the Dufourspitze's peak and descent

Wake up at 3 am. We will walk through a glacier trek up to Lysjoch pass at 4250m. Then, descent of the Grenzgletscher until reaching the path that will take us to the summit. We will traverse the ridge’s edge walking on snow and rocks and we will finally reach the peak at 4634m. Enjoy view of the Alpine region.

Finally, we will go across a tricky section which takes us to Zumsteinspitze and here we will encounter easier tracks which will make our way downwards to the cable station on Indren Glacier easier.

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Gran Baita Hotel & Wellness Courmayeur Italy

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Hotel Les Jumeaux Courmayeur Courmayeur Italy

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Hotel Ottoz Meuble Courmayeur Italy

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About the guide

PeaksHunter

4.7

(237)

Mountain Guide

Founded in 2013 by Elis and Silvia, PEAKSHUNTER is a team of IFMGA-certified mountain guides.

Although we all have different backgrounds and experiences, we share the same goals and projects and, more than anything, love our job and share a deep passion for the mountains.

Professionalism and safety are our core values because we love our job and we are passionate about Mountain and Nature.
We are enthusiastic to share new adventures and guarantee the most memorable emotions to all our clients.
If you are interested in experience the beauty of Nature and the power of the Mountains, Peakshunter Mountain Guides will be happy to guide you! We want to provide you with intense emotions and want to be there to share them with you. We feel we've done our job when there are big, cheesy smiles on everybody's faces at the end of the day.

We want to build a strong, long-lasting relationship with our clients, based on the respect we feel for everyone who joins us in the exploration of this striking vertical world.

Mont Blanc, Matterhorn, Monterosa, Dufourspitze and Margherita Hut, Gran Paradiso, Breithorn, Castor and Pollux are only a few of several 4000 Alps summits next to the area we live and work: the beautiful little Aosta Valley region, close to French and Swiss borders and not far from Geneva, Milan and Turin international airports.

Realize your dreams, discovering breathtaking views or simply living an extraordinary day: you just need to use your imagination and we will realize your trip as you desire to live it!

Peakshunter Mountain Guides team will be happy to guide you, sharing adventures and being you companions, personal trainers, consultants and expertise supporters for all you need in planning the next Mountain dream!

Languages

Italian | French | English

Certificates

IFMGA

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