Group hike € 630,00 / person

The hike will be confirmed upon reaching the minimum number of participants, which is 4.
The maximum number of participants is 5.

The price includes: three days of guidance by a IFMGA-certified guide, half-board accommodation at Rifugio Città di Mantova for 2 nights, round-trip cable car ticket, technical equipment if you do not have it (harness, crampons), half-board for the guide.

Day 1

Meeting at 2:30 PM with the guide at Passo dei Salati, which we will reach via the Monterosa Ski lifts. After checking and distributing the equipment, we will take the cable car to Punta Indren (3,260 m), from where our ascent to Rifugio Mantova will begin, a hike of about an hour. We will tackle this first leg at a leisurely pace, with several stops to prevent any altitude-related issues.

Upon arriving at the hut and settling in, taking some time to get to know each other better, we will have an introductory lesson on the materials and their use. We will examine the carabiners and learn how to use them correctly, discuss the differences between classic, ice, and ski mountaineering ice axes, and delve into the characteristics of ropes and harnesses. Dinner and overnight stay at Rifugio Mantova.

Day 2

A day entirely dedicated to exploring the glacier with a practical course to learn how to move with crampons, acquiring the necessary techniques and safety measures for tackling high mountain terrain. We will learn how to tie basic knots, essential for securing ourselves in the mountains and executing maneuvers safely. We will review various tying systems and the distances to maintain, considering the glacier conditions and the group’s characteristics. Techniques for crevasse rescue will be introduced. We will explore different types of glaciers and learn progression techniques, both uphill and downhill, with particular attention to the correct use of the ice axe. Dinner and overnight stay at Rifugio Mantova.

Day 3

Wake up at dawn to reach the course’s goal: ascend to Capanna Margherita, the highest hut in Europe, or one of the 4000-meter peaks of Monte Rosa. This will be the ideal opportunity to test the skills acquired in the previous days.

Upper Body:

• Technical shirt (also short-sleeved)
• Long-sleeved thermal shirt
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof/windproof shell jacket

Lower Body:

• 2 pairs of thermal or ski socks
• Thermal leggings
• Windproof mountaineering pants

Gloves and Head Accessories:

• Warm gloves
• Spare lightweight gloves
• Warm hat (covers the ears)
• Neck buff

Eye Protection:

• Sunglasses with category 3 or 4 protection
• Ski goggles for low-visibility conditions

Technical Gear:

• 30/35-liter backpack
• 10 or 12-point crampons
• Ice axe with steel blade
• Helmet
• Lightweight, adjustable harness
• Telescopic poles

Essential Accessories:

• Sleeping bag liner
• Headlamp and power bank
• 1-liter stainless steel thermos
• SPF 50+ sunscreen
• Hydrating lip balm
• Energy snacks and basic medication

Essential Personal Hygiene:

• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Small comb
• Lightweight, compact towel

If you have any doubts about the necessary equipment, click here! You’ll find a detailed guide and links to products recommended by the Monte Rosa Guides.

ATTENTION: The sleeping bag liner is mandatory in all shelters. We recommend a lightweight but, above all, reusable sleeping bag liner. Let’s protect the mountains from waste. We use this one.

• The guides of Monte Rosa may modify the itineraries and activity schedules based on weather conditions, the accessibility of the huts, and the physical preparation of the participants.
• The periods planned for activities may vary due to weather conditions and the physical state of the locations (snow cover, ground conditions, etc.).