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Peaks and emotions: an epic day of freeride

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Level: Enthusiast

Season: Winter

Duration: 1 giorno

Participants: Max 7

My goal

Monte Rosa, Mont Blanc, Val d’Aosta: here, freeride is more than a sport—it’s a way of living the mountains. Guided by IFMGA-certified alpine guide, born and raised on these peaks and in love with their snow, you’ll gain access to lines you won’t find on any map.

No fixed programs, no mandatory routes: you pick the date, we’ll find the best snow. The mountain sets the conditions, we read them and turn them into your perfect freeride day.

Do you dream of floating down wide untouched slopes? Craving the adrenaline of a steep couloir? Or maybe earning your descent with a short skin up? The day takes shape around your skills, your style, and what the snow is offering.

From Alagna to Gressoney, from Ayas to the hidden folds of Val d’Aosta, you’ll experience freeride the way it’s meant to be: pure, essential, real.

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Price

1 skier € 390,00
2 skiers € 200,00 /person
3 skiers € 140,00 /person
4 skiers € 110,00 /person
5 skiers € 90,00 /person
6 skiers € 80,00 /person
7 skiers € 70,00 /person

The price includes full-day guidance with a Monte Rosa IFMGA-certified alpine guide.

Not included in the price are accident insurance (highly recommended), meals not expressly specified for both you and the guide, and anything not listed under “the price includes.”

Program

Day 0 – Arrival & Briefing
5:00 PM – Meet your IFMGA-certified guide, either at our office, on a call, or over the phone—whatever works best for you. This first chat is all about you: your expectations, your style of skiing, and your goals for the next day. Together we’ll check your gear and shape a plan that matches your fitness, the weather, and snow conditions.

Day 1 – Full Freeride Experience
From the very first lift—or the meeting time you prefer—the mountain is yours. Your guide will select the best terrain for your ability, whether your passion is telemark, alpine touring, steep skiing, off-piste, splitboarding, or freeride snowboarding. Every line is chosen with care, every descent designed around your style. We’ll ski until the lifts close… or until your legs say stop.

Equipment required

– safety kit: avalanche transceiver (ARTVA), shovel, probe
– ski poles (telescopic optional)
– freeride skis
– ski helmet
– harness (provided by us)
– basic first aid kit
– high-protection sunscreen
– ski gloves
– thermos
– sleeping bag liner (for multi-day trips)
– headlamp with spare batteries/power bank (for multi-day trips)
– sunglasses (protection level 3 or 4) + ski goggles
– 30/35 L backpack
– warm hat
– neck warmer (buff)
– layered ski clothing (breathable base layer, fleece, shell, windproof shell, ski jacket and pants with integrated gaiters)
– energy snacks (dried fruit, chocolate…)

Not sure about the gear? No worries—we’ll guide you in choosing or renting exactly what you need.

Please, pay attention here

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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F.A.Q.

FAQ #1 – What is the FREERIDE PARADISE?

Alagna and Gressoney are known as “Freeride Paradise” for the their numerous off-piste routes. These locations are famous for their natural beauty, diverse skiable terrain, and the opportunity to ski freely in wild, unregulated areas.

FAQ #2 – Can I book a freeride day with a mixed group of friends, including snowboarders and skiers?

Certainly. However, keep in mind that not all routes are suitable for both disciplines, and skiers may be limited by snowboarders in the number of descents possible.

FAQ #3 – How is a freeride day organized?

The guide will do a test descent with you and build the most suitable itinerary for the group, taking into account the best snow conditions.

FAQ #4 – Can the experiences be modify?

Absolutely! The experiences we offer depend on snow and weather conditions. The assigned guide will suggest similar but alternative routes if the booked excursion is not suitable for the chosen date.

FAQ #5 – Is an ABS backpack required?

For alpine touring, an ABS backpack is not mandatory. However, a backpack with an artva, shovel, and probe is required.

FAQ #6 – What level of physical fitness is required?

To embark on a freeride day, you must be able to ski on black slopes. Physical endurance, strong legs, and good fitness are necessary.

FAQ #7 – In case of In case of bad weather, can I reschedule my trip?

Yes, excursions can be rescheduled or moved to a different area if weather conditions do not permit the planned descent. Changes must be made in accordance with the guide before the start of the freeride day

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Peaks and emotions: an epic day of freeride

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Categories: Activities, Freeride, SPRING, WINTER Tags: Advanced, Beginners, Enthusiasts, intermediate

Insurance

If you want to go mountain climbing without worries, choose an international insurance policy like True Traveller or World Nomads: it covers mountain rescue, medical expenses, and repatriation. Also, remember to take out liability insurance to protect yourself against any accidental damage to others during your adventure.