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Parrot Peak and 4000-meter Peaks of Monte Rosa (Group Hike)

Level: 3
Season: Summer
Duration: 2 days
Participants: Max 3

My goal

Four 4,000-Metre Summits, Across the Glaciers and Ridges of Monte Rosa

Two days of mountaineering to reach four summits of Monte Rosa, with Punta Parrot (4,434 m) as the main objective. A route combining glacier travel with snowy ridges and more exposed sections.

You will share this experience with other mountaineers in a small group of no more than three participants, accompanied by a UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide.

Where You’ll Go

You will start from Alagna or Gressoney, taking the lifts to Punta Indren before climbing to Capanna Mantova, where you will spend the night.

On the second day, you will cross the Lys Glacier to reach Punta Parrot, following its distinctive snow ridge. You will then continue towards Ludwigshöhe (4,342 m), Corno Nero (4,321 m) and Cristo delle Vette (4,037 m), before returning to Punta Indren.

What It Takes

To take part, you should have good physical fitness and some previous mountaineering experience on glaciers, including familiarity with using crampons and an ice axe.

You will be moving at high altitude, across snowy slopes and occasionally exposed ridges. Previous experience of climbing a 4,000-metre peak is recommended, along with the ability to sustain several hours of mountain activity.

How You’ll Be Guided

You will be accompanied by a UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide on both days, together with a maximum of two other participants.

Before departure, we will assess each participant’s experience and fitness to put together a group with similar abilities.

During the ascent, your guide will manage roped glacier travel, choose the route according to conditions and set a pace suited to the group. The aim is to climb all four summits together, adapting the itinerary whenever necessary.

Group Hike:  570,00€ /person

Departure is confirmed with a minimum of 3 participants. The group is limited to a maximum of 3 mountaineers per UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide.

Would you prefer to climb with your own group of friends or have a guide just for yourself? Discover the private Punta Parrot ascent.

The Price Includes

  • UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide for 2 days

  • Half-board accommodation at Capanna Mantova

  • Return lift tickets to Punta Indren

  • Technical equipment: crampons, harness and helmet

The Price Does Not Include

Personal accident insurance, meals not specified, anything not listed under “The Price Includes”.

Day 1 — From Alagna or Gressoney to Capanna Mantova (3,498 m)

We will leave from Alagna or Gressoney in time to reach Passo dei Salati by 1:00 PM, where we will meet our Mountain Guide at the arrival station of the lifts from Alagna.

After checking and distributing the technical equipment, we will take the cable car together to Punta Indren (3,275 m), where we will begin our ascent to Capanna Mantova.

We will cross rocky and snowy terrain, moving at a relaxed pace to begin acclimatising to the altitude. Once we reach the hut, we will have time to settle in, rest and prepare for the following day’s ascent.

Dinner and overnight stay at Capanna Mantova (3,498 m).

Elevation gain: approx. 250 m Walking time: approx. 1–2 hours

Day 2 — Punta Parrot and the Other Summits of Monte Rosa

We will set off early in the morning and make our way up the Lys Glacier, crossing the broad glacial slopes towards Colle del Lys.

Our main objective will be Punta Parrot (4,434 m), which we will reach by following its distinctive snow ridge, with sweeping views of the glaciers and surrounding peaks of Monte Rosa.

Depending on the conditions and how the day progresses, we will continue towards Ludwigshöhe (4,342 m), Corno Nero (4,321 m) and Cristo delle Vette (4,037 m), completing a route linking four summits above 4,000 metres.

After completing the traverse, we will descend across the glacier to Punta Indren, where we will take the lifts back to Alagna or Gressoney.

Elevation gain: approx. 1,100–1,200 m Walking time: approx. 7–9 hours

The itinerary and the number of summits reached may vary depending on mountain and weather conditions, as well as the group’s pace and progress.

For the Punta Parrot Ascent and the 4,000-Metre Summits of Monte Rosa, You Will Need:

  • mountaineering clothing suitable for high altitude and changing weather conditions

  • mountaineering boots

  • 30–35 litre backpack

  • sunglasses with category 3 or 4 protection

  • SPF 50+ sunscreen

  • protective lip balm

  • crampons, harness and helmet are provided by us.

After booking, we will send you a complete and detailed equipment list, including clothing, technical gear and essential accessories. This will help you pack your backpack according to the itinerary and expected conditions. In the meantime, you can read our Monte Rosa mountaineering equipment guide.

Group Activities

On group climbs, we move at the pace of the slowest participant. If someone becomes tired or unwell, the guide may decide to adjust the itinerary or return earlier than planned. In the mountains, we climb together and return together.

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 – What happens if I feel unwell during the climb?

Tell your guide as soon as you start feeling unwell. Above 4,000 metres, unusual fatigue, headaches, nausea or other symptoms should not be ignored. Your IFMGA Mountain Guide will assess the situation and decide whether to slow down, stop, change the route or descend, depending on your condition, the group and the situation on the mountain.

FAQ #2 – Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?

No, you do not need a traditional sleeping bag. A sleeping bag liner is compulsory in the huts. We recommend bringing a lightweight, reusable one that is easy to carry in your backpack.

FAQ #3 – Can I rent the clothing and mountaineering equipment I need?

Your personal clothing and mountaineering boots must be suitable for high altitude. Crampons, harness and helmet are provided by Monterosa Booking when required for the programme. After booking, we will send you the full equipment list and can help you check what you already have and what you may need to rent.

FAQ #4 – Will I get a refund if I do not reach one or more summits?

No. Reaching every summit cannot be guaranteed. Weather, glacier conditions, altitude, timing or the condition of individual participants may make it necessary to change the programme. If the guide decides not to continue or to reduce the number of summits, the guiding service has still been provided and no refund is due solely because the objective was not reached.

FAQ #5 – How fit do I need to be for this programme?

You need good physical fitness and experience walking for several hours. The second day may involve many hours on glaciated terrain above 4,000 metres and the possibility of linking several summits. Altitude makes the effort more demanding, so you should arrive well trained and be able to maintain a steady pace throughout the day.

FAQ #6 – Are all four summits guaranteed?

No. Corno Nero, Ludwigshöhe, Punta Parrot and Cristo delle Vette are the possible summits on the route, but the number actually climbed depends on glacier and weather conditions, timing and the group’s level. Your IFMGA Mountain Guide decides during the day which summits are appropriate to attempt. We do not pursue a summit at all costs: the route is built around the conditions we actually find on the mountain.

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Insurance

Before departure, check that your insurance policy specifically covers mountaineering, glacier travel, altitude, trip cancellation, repatriation, and personal liability. For more information, read our complete guide to mountain insurance.

GET INSPIRED

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.