Private Freeride Monte Rosa

One day of private guided freeriding across Alagna, Gressoney and Ayas, with routes chosen around the snow conditions and your group’s ability.

Freeriding on Monte Rosa is never quite the same from one day to the next. Snowfall, wind, temperature and changing mountain conditions all influence where we can ski and which descents are worth choosing.

With Private Freeride, you decide who you want to ski with, while we take care of finding the most suitable terrain for your group.

Whether you’re looking for your first off-piste experience, long descents through varied snow or more technical freeride terrain, we’ll plan the day around your experience, preferences and the conditions we find.

A private guide gives us the flexibility to adapt the route, pace and difficulty without following a fixed itinerary or sharing the day with other participants.

Where we’ll go

We’ll explore the freeride terrain of Monte Rosa, with possible starting points in Alagna, Gressoney or Ayas.

This area offers a wide variety of routes, from accessible slopes close to the lifts to long descents through remote valleys and more demanding mountain terrain.

Depending on snow conditions, we may stay within the Monterosa Ski area, move between different valleys or consider another destination in the Aosta Valley if it offers better opportunities.

Some itineraries are entirely lift-accessed, while others may involve a short walk or an ascent using touring skins. We’ll agree on these possibilities in advance, taking your group’s preferences and equipment into account.

What it takes

Private Freeride is available at three levels, so you don’t need to be an expert to enjoy a day with a mountain guide.

Level 1 – Explore: For skiers taking their first steps off-piste, with controlled turns and a comfortable pace on accessible terrain.
Level 2 – Advanced: For confident off-piste skiers who can maintain a good rhythm on ungroomed snow throughout the day.
Level 3 – Technical: For experienced freeriders comfortable on steeper slopes and more demanding mountain terrain.

Everyone in your group should have reasonably compatible skiing or snowboarding abilities. Good physical fitness and the ability to control your speed and turns in variable snow are important.

The level describes the technical experience required. Physical effort will depend on the itinerary and the conditions.

How we’ll guide you

You’ll spend the day with a local IFMGA Mountain Guide who knows the Monte Rosa area and its many freeride possibilities.

Before setting off, we’ll discuss your experience, assess the group’s ability and check the necessary equipment.

Throughout the day, we’ll evaluate the snowpack, weather, visibility and terrain to select suitable descents and adjust our plans when needed.

Because this is a private experience, we’ll have the flexibility to focus on what matters most to you: improving your off-piste technique, discovering new terrain or simply enjoying a full day of skiing with people you know.

Our aim is to make the most of the mountain conditions while choosing terrain that suits everyone in your group.

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Price

1 participant: €420.00
2 participants: €220.00 per person
3 participants: €150.00 per person
4 participants: €110.00 per person
5 participants: € 90.00 per person
6 participants: € 80.00 per person
7 participants: €75.00 per person

What’s included

A full day with a local IFMGA Mountain Guide from Monte Rosa.
Technical equipment, including a climbing harness and crampons, when required by the chosen itinerary.

What’s not included

Accident insurance, meals not specified, anything not listed under “What’s included”.

Program

Day 0 – Briefing with your guide

The day before our freeride experience, we’ll put you in touch with your IFMGA Mountain Guide. We can arrange the briefing at our office, by phone or online.

We’ll discuss your group’s skiing or snowboarding experience, preferred terrain and expectations. We’ll also check whether any additional equipment is needed, particularly if you’re interested in itineraries involving short ascents on touring skins.

We’ll review the latest weather and snow conditions, but we won’t commit to a specific descent before we know what the mountain has to offer.

Day 1 – Private freeride on Monte Rosa

We’ll meet in the morning at the agreed starting point, either in Alagna, Gressoney or Ayas, according to the itinerary selected with your guide.

After checking the equipment and discussing the day’s plan, we’ll use the lifts to reach our first descent.

From there, the day will develop according to the snow conditions and your group’s ability. We may explore open slopes, longer off-piste routes or more technical terrain, depending on your chosen level.

If we’ve agreed on an itinerary involving touring skins or a short walk, we’ll include this in our route.

Throughout the day, we’ll adapt the pace, choice of descents and technical difficulty to your group. We’ll take breaks when needed and make the most of the terrain available.

We’ll finish the day according to the lift schedule, mountain conditions and the group’s energy levels.

Duration: Full day
Elevation gain and descent: Variable according to the chosen itinerary.

Equipment required

For your private freeride day, you’ll need:

Avalanche safety kit: transceiver, shovel and probe
Freeride skis or snowboard and suitable boots
Ski poles, if skiing
Approved ski helmet

If the itinerary requires touring skins, ski crampons or other specific equipment, we’ll discuss this with you in advance and help you arrange rental if needed.

We provide a climbing harness and crampons when required by the guide.

After booking, we’ll send you the equipment list for your planned activity.

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** – Do I need previous freeride experience?

Not necessarily. Our Explore level is suitable for confident piste skiers who want to begin skiing off-piste. You should be able to control your turns and speed reliably. We’ll choose accessible terrain appropriate to your ability.

**FAQ #2** – Can skiers and snowboarders join the same group?

Yes. Mixed groups are welcome, provided everyone has a compatible level and can move at a similar pace. We’ll take this into account when planning the day.

**FAQ #3** – Can we choose our freeride routes?

You can tell us which areas or types of descents interest you, and we’ll consider your preferences.

The final choice depends on snow stability, weather, visibility and the group’s experience. Your guide will select suitable terrain based on the actual conditions.

**FAQ #4** – Will we need touring skins or have to walk uphill?

Not necessarily. Many freeride routes can be accessed using ski lifts.

Some itineraries involve short ascents with touring skins or on foot, but we’ll discuss these options before the activity. If you prefer lift-accessed freeride, we’ll take that into account when planning the day.

**FAQ #5** – Is avalanche safety equipment included?

An avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe are required for the activity but are not included in the standard price.

If you need to rent a safety kit, please let us know in advance so we can help you arrange the necessary equipment.

Climbing harnesses and crampons are provided when required by the guide.

**FAQ #6** – What happens if snow conditions are poor?

We’ll assess the available options and adapt the itinerary when possible.

We may choose different terrain, change valleys or suggest another area if conditions are more suitable there.

If the conditions do not allow the activity to be carried out safely, the guide may change or interrupt the programme.

**FAQ #7** – Can we book more than one day?

Yes. We can organise several consecutive private freeride days.

This gives us more flexibility to explore different areas, adapt to changing snow conditions and vary the routes according to your group’s interests and abilities.

**FAQ #8** – What’s the difference between Private Freeride and Freeride Camp?

With Private Freeride, you’ll have an IFMGA Mountain Guide exclusively for yourself or your group. We’ll tailor the day to your skiing ability, preferences and the snow conditions, with the flexibility to choose your own pace and terrain.

Our Freeride Camp is a multi-day experience shared with other skiers of a similar level. It’s a great option if you’re travelling alone, enjoy meeting other freeriders and want to explore Monte Rosa over several days.

Not sure which option suits you best? Have a look at our Freeride Camp or get in touch. We’ll help you choose.

Private Freeride on Monte Rosa