Ski Touring Chamonix
A guided ski touring day near Chamonix
Briefing
Check out the awesome experience of ski touring in Chamonix! You can book it privately (1 to 4 skiers) or join a group (4 to 6 skiers), whatever works for you. We’ve got three routes to choose from beginner, intermediate, and expert, so there’s something for everyone:
- Beginner: les Aiguillettes des Posettes
- Intermediate: le Col des Dards
- Expert: le Col du Passon
At Howlanders, we ensure that every traveler finds his or her challenge 😏. From December to the end of April, you’ll explore stunning alpine landscapes while enjoying the freedom of off-piste skiing. Our skilled guides will make sure you have a safe and unforgettable time. For an even better experience, we recommend going with the private service. Don’t miss out on this unique adventure!
Tour details
Included
- Bilingual guide (English/French)
- Safety equipment (arva, shovel and probe)
Not included
- Ski equipment
- Forfait
- Food
Important information
📅 Ski Touring Chamonix is only available during the winter and spring seasons (from December 14th to April 30th). High season is from December 28th to January 3rd and from February 15th to 28th.
💪 It is essential to be in good physical shape and have some experience in downhill skiing or ski touring to do the tour.
🚫 Due to the demanding nature of the activity, Howlanders does not recommend it for people in poor shape, with heart problems or pregnant women.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation!
If you cancel at least 7 days before the tour starts, you will be reimbursed 100% of the amount paid. After this period, or in case of no-show, no refunds will be made.
Tour itinerary
Ski touring near Chamonix
Meeting point in Chamonix
The day before, we will confirm the meeting point according to the selected ski touring route. We will also indicate the ski pass you need to get to the starting point and return to Chamonix at the end.
The guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point at 9:00 am. From Howlanders we recommend you arrive at least 15 minutes before, punctuality will always be a plus on your trip to Chamonix🙂.
Accompanied by the guide, you will take the corresponding transport to the start of the route and the ski touring adventure around Chamonix will begin!
Ski touring near Chamonix
You will arrive at the start of the route and the guide will conduct a brief explanatory meeting he will also indicate the safety measures necessary to carry out the ski touring activity in Chamonix.
A day of adrenaline awaits you, ski touring with a specialized local guide. Remember to bring water and food in your backpack to recover your strength along the route.
Return to Chamonix
At the end of the tour, you will take the shuttle back to Chamonix with your guide. You will be back in the city around 4:00 PM or earlier, depending on the selected route and the characteristics of the group.
The ski touring tour near Chamonix takes place in groups of up to 6 travelers with a guide or up to 4 travelers with a guide booking the tour privately. The guide will adapt the route to the needs of each group and the weather conditions.
Here are the available ski touring routes depending on your ski level:
Route les Aiguillettes des Posettes
Level: beginners
Negative vertical drop: 2297 ft. (700 m.)
Skiing time: 2h30.
Location: Le Tour
The route les Aiguillettes des Posettes is located next to the ski slopes of Le Tour. This route offers an ideal first experience for beginner skiers. The Chamonix Valley and the Tour Glacier will be your backdrop.
This descent can be done off-piste or along the red and blue runs of the ski area.
It will be essential to have some experience or take a course in the days before the tour, in downhill skiing or ski touring, to be able to join the route.
Route Col des Dards
Level: intermediate
Negative vertical drop: 2625 ft. (800 m.)
Skiing time: 3h.
Location: Flégère
The Col des Dards is located above Lac Blanc in Flégère and is the perfect route for intermediate skiers. You will access it by the cable car that takes you up to Flégère and then continue down the ski slopes.
Along the way, you will have views of Mont Blanc and the Aiguilles de Chamonix and cross the frozen Lac Blanc. Something that certainly adds a unique touch to this descent.
Route Col du Passon
Level: expert
Elevation gain: 3281 ft. (1000 m.)
Negative vertical drop: 7218 ft. (2200 m.)
Skiing time: 4-6h.
Location: Grands Montets
The Col du Passon is a demanding glacier route only suitable for experienced skiers. You will access it from the top of the Bochard cable car in Grands Montets.
A real adventure that will take you over the Col des Rachasses at almost 9842 ft. (3000 m.) altitude, and the Argentière glacier, before reaching the Col du Passon.
The reward: a unique descent along the left bank of the Le Tour glacier, in front of the Albert 1er refuge, to the village of Tour.
What to bring to Ski Touring Chamonix
The ski touring tour in Chamonix takes place during the coldest months (winter and spring), at high altitudes, and with temperatures usually around 14 °F/41 °F. It is essential to bring the appropriate clothing for the activity and the complete ski touring equipment.
ESSENTIAL
- Ski touring equipment (skis, boots, and poles).
- Small backpack well attached to the back
- Water
- Food
- Waterproof ski clothing (pants, jacket, socks)
- Ski gloves
- Hat
- Thermal T-shirt
- Fleece lining
- Neck warmer (polar fleece recommended)
- Sunglasses or ski goggles
- Sun cream
- Personal documentation
RECOMMENDED
- Rain jacket to cover backpack
- Sunscreen lip protection
- Camera (sports camera recommended for safety)
The ski touring equipment is not included in the tour. If you do not have your own equipment and need to rent it to do the activity, please contact us and we will tell you our trusted Chamonix stores that offer this service 🙂.
Where does the tour Ski Touring Chamonix start
The tour starts and ends in the city of Chamonix. The day before the tour starts, we will contact you and confirm the exact meeting point where you will have to go depending on the selected route and weather conditions. We will also tell you the ski pass you need to buy to get to the starting point of the tour.
The city of Chamonix is well-communicated and has a good offer of air and land transport.
- Getting to Chamonix by plane: the nearest airports are Geneva, Lyon and Milan, and are less than two hours from Chamonix. It is best to fly to Geneva airport.
- Getting to Chamonix by train: Chamonix is served by trains from Paris, Lyon, Annecy, Bellegarde, Geneva and Martigny.
- Reaching Chamonix by road: the town of Chamonix is also well connected by road, especially thanks to the Mont Blanc tunnel, which allows direct access from Italy.
Questions & Answers
Does the Ski touring tour in Chamonix include ski equipment?
No, ski touring equipment is not included in the tour. If you do not have your own ski equipment and need to rent it in Chamonix to do the activity, please contact us and we will help you.
Which ski touring route in Chamonix am I going to do?
The ski touring tour in Chamonix offers three ski touring routes near Chamonix depending on your level: Les Aiguillettes des Posettes (beginners), the Col des Dards (intermediate) and the Col du Passon (experts)?
Can I do the ski touring route from Chamonix (France) to Zermat (Switzerland)?
No, it is not possible to do the ski touring route from Chamonix (France) to Zermat (Switzerland) with this tour due to lack of time. The ski touring tour in Chamonix has a duration of one day and offers three ski touring routes near Chamonix depending on your level. If you want to do the ski touring tour from Chamonix to Zermat with a private guide please contact us and we will help you to arrange the booking.
What is the size of the group?
The ski touring tour in Chamonix can be done in group or private service. If you book the group tour, you will do the activity with a group of 4 to 6 skiers plus a guide. If you book the tour in private service, you will do the activity with a group of maximum 4 skiers and a guide. From Howlanders we recommend you to opt for the private service whatever your ski level is.
Is the Ski touring tour in Chamonix available all year round?
No, the ski touring tour in Chamonix can only be done during the winter and spring seasons (from December 14th to April 30th). High season is from December 28th to January 3rd and from February 15th to 28th.
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