Gran Paradiso guided ascent
Reach the summit of Gran Paradiso in the Aosta Valley, the highest mountain located 100% within Italy, together with one of our local IFMGA mountain guides.
Group
3 Days
Jun - Oct
High
Intermediate
Highlights
* Reach the top of the highest mountain entirely within Italy.
* Get the chance to observe beautiful alpine animals on the way.
* Spend the night in a comfortable hut and taste delicious meals.
* Contemplate stunning views from the summit!
Description
Climbing the Grand Paradis / Gran Paradiso in Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley) is an awesome mountaineering experience. It is a straightforward climb with amazing, rewarding views from the summit. Join us and let us show you this stunning peak!
At 4,061 m (13,323 ft), Gran Paradiso stands tall in the Alps, between the Aosta Valley and Piedmont regions in Italy. This beautiful mountain is relatively easy to climb, although the rocky terrain near the summit requires some prior mountaineering experience. On this program, we will show you the way to the top of this lovely peak and you will experience all of its splendor.
During the first day of the trip, we’ll enjoy an easy 3-hour hike to Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II. Then, on day 2, we will climb to the summit of Gran Paradiso and enjoy the stunning views that have earned it its name before coming back down. Climbing up and returning will take around 8 hours in total.
This is a very special ascent because:
We may have the chance to observe Alpin animals (like ibex and chamois) on the way to the hut;
Italian huts are always very welcoming and the food is fantastic;
The views are breathtaking on the way up, down, and from the summit;
The Gran Paradiso is very often climbed by mountaineers who want to prepare and acclimatize for ascending Mont Blanc.
So, are you ready to discover this amazing mountain in the Italian Alps? Then don’t hesitate to contact us. It will be a pleasure to guide you!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
The price includes the guide fee. It doesn't include (1) The hut half board fee for you and the guide (see prices below) (2) the rent of the equipment you might need. The rental pack including the helmet, the harness, the ice axe and the crampons costs 30 EUR per person for the 2 days.
Details
More info
The season starts on May 30th and ends on September 20th. It is also possible to do the ascent outside these months but most probably using skis or snowshoes. Please contact us if you want more information.
Meeting point
Equipment you will need to bring
Crampons
Ice axe
Harness
Helmet
FAQs
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About the guide
E-S Adventure Guides
4.8
(30)
Mountain Guide
Tomas and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides & leaders and rock climbing instructors (Anna, Andrea, Elis, Enrico, Ivan, Julia, Lucia, Marika, and Oreste) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Italy.
Whether you wish to climb the Gran Paradiso or go on an exciting via ferrata in the Dolomites, among other amazing options, they will be able to show you the top spots and the ropes to ensure you have an unforgettable and safe adventure.
Tomas will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will be able to help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.
Pick one of the programs featured for E-S Adventure Guides Italy and start planning an awe-inspiring experience in the mountains!
Languages
Italian | English
Certificates
UIMLA | UIAGM | 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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5
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5
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5
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