Tour
Breithorn mountain tour from Zermatt Guided: Private or group
5.0(10)
Validity: All day
FromCHF 225
Are you ready for the extreme sport of ice climbing? On this tour, you'll climb frozen waterfalls and ice-covered rock faces in the midst of a fairytale ice landscape
Ice climbing for beginners with private mountain guide in Zermatt
Activity provider: ZermattersAre you ready for the extreme sport of ice climbing? On this tour, you'll climb frozen waterfalls and ice-covered rock faces in the midst of a fairytale ice landscape
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- Includes
- Highlights
- Description
- Swiss Activities Tip
- Important Information
- Meeting Points
- Booking on request
Includes
approx. 5 hours of ice climbing fun
Professional and experienced mountain guide
Train ride Zermatt - Furi
Material rental: Climbing boots with profiled stiff Vibram sole, harness, crampons, 2 ice axes, helmet
Highlights
- Try the extreme sport of ice climbing in the middle of a fairytale ice landscape
- Between ice-covered rock walls and frozen waterfalls the thrill is guaranteed
- Perfectly suited for beginners in ice climbing
- Let yourself be guided by a professional and experienced mountain guide
- Learn to use ice axes and crampons to overcome gravity
Description
On this tour, the extreme sport of ice climbing awaits you. An experienced mountain guide accompanies you while climbing over frozen waterfalls and ice-covered rock faces in the middle of a fairytale ice landscape. Adrenaline, thrills and adventure are guaranteed
You will meet your mountain guide and other participants at 08:20 at the Matterhorn Express valley station in Zermatt. For this tour you need the appropriate equipment. You can either bring it yourself or rent it
From the valley station of the Matterhorn Express you will drive to Furi. From there you hike for about 15 minutes directly to the fabulous ice climbing area. Depending on the conditions you climb in one of the three areas Blatten, Furri or Schweigmatten.
A fairytale ice landscape and a very special thrill await you here. With your own muscle power you climb the vertical ice of frozen waterfalls and ice-covered rock faces. Equipped with ice axes and steel spikes on your shoes, you will conquer gravity during 2-3 hours of ice climbing. Your mountain guide will show you exactly what to look out for and how to climb on the ice.
After the ice climbing you will drive back to Zermatt together. In the early afternoon the tour ends in Zermatt and you can reminisce about this unforgettable trip
Practical Information:
- Take along: Climbing-resistant mountain boots with profiled, stiff Vibram soles, climbing harness, crampons, 2 ice axes, helmet, weatherproof clothing, backpack, sunglasses and sunscreen, high-energy food, water bottle
- You can rent the equipment in a sports store in Zermatt
Swiss Activities Tip
After this eventful and exciting day you deserve a refreshment. If you want a gigantic view and a great selection of culinary delights, then be sure to visit the Paradise restaurant in Zermatt
Important Information
- Requirement: knowledge of alpine climbing, head for heights, physical fitness
- Minimum age: 12 years
Meeting Points
Matterhorn Express valley station, Schluhmattstrasse 121, 3920 Zermatt
Booking on request
This offer is based on the availability of the provider. The booking must first be confirmed by the provider. They will contact you after the booking. If the activity cannot be carried out, you will receive a full refund.
