Gran Paradiso 2 Day Guided Ascent
Come and spend 2 days climbing the famous Gran Paradiso peak in the Italian Graian Alps with one of the IFMGA-certified guides in the Peakshunter team.
Alpes
2 Days
Jun - Oct
High
Intermediate
Description
The Gran Paradiso (4,061m) is the smallest of the 4000 metre peaks I offer trips to, but that doesn't make it any less spectacular. One of the highest peaks in the Italian Graian Alps, the Gran Paradiso is the only mountain over 4000 metres that has the entirety of its summit within Italy. The national park where the peak is located is also named after it, as well.
The view of the Gran Paradiso is amazing from any vantage point. But the view from the summit of this mountain is absolutely stunning. And from its pinnacle you will immediately see how much it has earned its name, as you will be able to see a great deal of the gorgeous Alps, including the nearby, legendary Mont Blanc (4,810m).
The Gran Paradiso is considered one of the easiest of the Alps' 4000 meter peaks to climb. However some mountaineering experience is needed because the final ascent has some rocky terrain.
On day 1 we will spend 2 to 3 hours walking up to the Refuge Vittorio Emanuele (2,584m). On day 2 we will make the exciting climb to the summit of this beautiful mountain before making our way back down. The climbing time should take between 8 to 10 hours, including the descent.
The Gran Paradiso is a magnificent mountain. And because of the relative ease that comes with climbing it, its magnificence is readily accessible. I know that over the course of 2 days you will come to appreciate and admire this peak just like the countless others who have scaled it before you.
Please send me a message if you want to join me to the summit of this amazing peak.
I also offer a 2 day climb of Mont Velan located on the border between Italy and Switzerland.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
Price includes: Guiding assistance fee and liability insurance + renting of common gear (ropes, carabiner, pulley for rescue crevasses, ice crew, ...)
Price does not include: half-board accommodation at the refuge (55€ for client + 40€ for the Guide, to be covered by the client or shared between all participants in case of group trip) and technical equipment for renting (20€/day per person for an ice axe, crampons, harness and collapsible trek poles), beverages and extra meals.
The ascent could be organized till the end of October: at the refuge closing time (end of September), it will be possible to make the 2 days ascent, staying in the winter refuge (very comfortable, with wood stove and beds with blankets provided + all furnished kitchen tools), with an extra cost of 10€/pax for wood and 30€/pax for Guide extra service fees.
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Remember to bring harness, crampons, ice axe, warm clothes, walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and camera. Also, don't forget to bring snacks and water for the climbing day.
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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
What people are saying about Explore-Share
Man
5
Climbing with guide Guillaume was absolutely a highlight of my 2-week Europe vacation. Originally, we were planning on climbing in the Calanques, but the park was closed due to wind and fire danger. Guillaume chose another amazing location (Pic de Bretagne) based on my climbing abilities and preferences and kindly offered train station pick-up and hotel drop off, which I appreciated very much. The multi-pitch route we did was not only fun but also the right amount of challenge, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The communication from the team (Gauthier) was prompt and clear—highly recommend!
Maxine
5
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