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WMA 2 days (Group)

Level: 1-2-3
Season: Winter
Duration: 2 days
Participants: 6

My goal

WMA – Winter Mountain Access is a two-day experience designed around the mountain as it actually is, not around a programme decided weeks in advance. Each morning we look at the snow, weather, visibility and terrain, then choose what makes the most sense that day.

You are not booking a fixed itinerary. You are booking two days with the same IFMGA Mountain Guide, their time in the mountains and their ability to read the conditions and adapt the programme to the group.

Skiing remains the priority. When conditions are right, we may go freeriding, head out on touring skis or move to another part of Monte Rosa. If the snow does not offer a worthwhile ski day, we change activity: avalanche safety and rescue practice, snowshoeing, crampon skills, ice or rock, always choosing something that makes sense for the conditions and the group’s level.

The same guide stays with the same group for both days. The first day is also about getting to know each other on the mountain; the second builds on what the guide has observed about technique, pace, experience and expectations.

It is not a Plan B. It is a different way of experiencing the mountains in winter. The goal is not to chase the snow we hoped for at all costs, but to make the most of each day and discover what the mountain can offer in the conditions we actually find.

€ 280,00 per person

The group programme runs with a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 6 participants per IFMGA Mountain Guide.

THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • IFMGA Mountain Guide for 2 days;
  • avalanche-safety kit with transceiver, shovel and probe;
  • harness when required;
  • snowshoes;
  • crampons.

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • personal insurance;
  • lift pass;
  • skis, ski boots and personal equipment;
  • accommodation;
  • meals;
  • transfers;
  • anything not specifically listed under “The price includes”.

Day 0 – Getting to know each other and preparing for the experience

Before the activity, we arrange a short call with your Mountain Guide. This is a chance to get to know each other, discuss your previous experience, clarify expectations and objectives, and check the equipment you will need. The Guide outlines the expected conditions and explains what the mountain may offer at that time. The programme is not fixed at this stage: the final plan will be confirmed according to the actual conditions. If you are already in Alagna and would like to meet in person, we can have the briefing over an aperitivo instead.

Day 1 – Reading the conditions and getting to know the group

You will meet your Guide at 8:00 am at the Alagna cable car station or at 9:00 am at Passo dei Salati. The meeting point will be confirmed before the activity. The day begins with an equipment check and an assessment of the group’s abilities on the mountain. The Guide evaluates the snow, weather and terrain and chooses the area and activity that can offer the most suitable experience at that moment. During the day, the guide introduces the technical and safety skills related to the chosen activity and gets to know how each participant moves in the mountains. Return is expected at around 5:00 pm.

Day 2 – Going further

The second day builds on what the guide observed and discussed with the group during the first day, together with the latest snow and weather conditions. We may continue the work started the day before, explore different terrain, or change area or activity when the mountain suggests a more interesting option. The same guide stays with the group for both days, allowing the experience to develop naturally and find the right balance between discovery, learning and safety. Return is expected at around 5:00 pm.

Bring your skis and any mountain equipment you already have. During the briefing, we will choose the activity best suited to the conditions and check exactly what you will need for the day.

We can provide:

  • snowshoes;
  • a climbing harness;
  • crampons;
  • an avalanche safety kit with transceiver, shovel and probe;
  • an ABS avalanche airbag backpack when required for the activity.

If the chosen activity requires equipment that you do not own and we cannot provide, it will need to be hired. We will check what is missing with you and help arrange the rental.

Mountaineering, ski touring, off-piste skiing and trekking take place in a natural, uncontrolled environment.
Weather conditions, snow, ice, terrain, visibility, altitude and physical fatigue can change rapidly and directly affect the course of the activity. For this reason, there is always an inherent level of objective risk, which cannot be eliminated but only managed.

All our activities are led by IFMGA Mountain Guides and Certified Hiking Guides (AMM).
The guide continuously assesses environmental conditions and the physical and mental state of participants, sets an appropriate pace, manages progression and ensures the correct use of equipment. If conditions require it, the guide may modify the itinerary or interrupt the activity, always in the interest of individual and group safety.

Participants are required to be in good physical and mental condition, adequately prepared for the level of the activity, and to follow the guide’s instructions at all times.

Group activities

During group outings, the pace is set according to the slowest participant. In case of fatigue or discomfort, the guide may decide to adjust the programme or return early. In the mountains, the group ascends and returns together.

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FAQ #1 – Is WMA suitable for my experience?
WMA does not require previous experience in every possible activity. Before the trip, we will ask about your skiing level and previous mountain experience. Your IFMGA Mountain Guide will choose activities and terrain that match the real abilities of the group.
FAQ #2 – Do I need to be an experienced freerider or ski tourer?
No. You do not need experience in both disciplines. It is important, however, to describe your level accurately: the guide will not choose terrain or activities that the group is not prepared for.
FAQ #3 – Will I know the programme before we start?
You will know the possibilities, not a fixed itinerary. Each day the guide assesses the snow, weather, terrain and the group’s level, then chooses the activity that makes the most sense. If the conditions change, the programme changes too.
FAQ #4 – Does WMA guarantee two days of skiing?
No. Skiing remains the priority, but we do not force it when the conditions do not make it the right choice. We may freeride, ski tour, move to another area or focus on avalanche safety and rescue, snowshoes, crampon skills, ice or rock. The decision always depends on the actual conditions.
FAQ #5 – Will we have the same guide for both days?
Yes. The same IFMGA Mountain Guide stays with the same group throughout the experience. This allows the guide to get to know the participants and build the second day around what emerged during the first.
FAQ #6 – What should I bring?
Bring your skis and any mountain equipment you already own. We can provide an avalanche safety kit with transceiver, shovel and probe, snowshoes, crampons, a harness and, when required, an ABS avalanche airbag backpack. If the chosen activity requires equipment that you do not own and we cannot provide, we will help you arrange the rental.

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WINTER

Level 1 – Explore
First freeride experiences. Controlled turns and a relaxed pace on accessible terrain.

Level 2 – Advanced
Confident skiing on ungroomed snow and able to maintain a good pace throughout the day.

Level 3 – Technical
Regular freeride experience, including on steeper terrain and in more exposed situations.


SUMMER

Level 1 – First experience
You should be comfortable with normal mountain hiking. No previous mountaineering or glacier experience is required.

Level 2 – Basic experience
You should already have completed hikes of several hours on mountain trails. Previous glacier experience or use of crampons is not required, but you should be ready to use them for the first time.

Level 3 – Mountaineering experience
Previous experience using crampons and travelling roped together on a glacier is required. The route may include short exposed sections.

Level 4 – Advanced experience
Solid experience using crampons and travelling roped together is required. The route may include exposed ridges, steep slopes and mixed terrain.

Level 5 – Experienced mountaineer
Strong experience on technical high-mountain routes is required. The route may include very exposed sections, climbing on rock, ice or mixed terrain, and may require knowledge of the main rope techniques.

The level indicates the technical experience required, not the physical effort.
The actual difficulty may vary depending on mountain conditions and the route.