PROGRAM
A fascinating realm of glaciers and snow, Grand Paradiso is certainly one of the best easy climbs of the Alps: especially suited to all wildlife lovers! The Gran Paradiso Normal Route is considered the perfect climb for those who have a minimum of experience and dream of conquering their first 4000 metres. During the ascent, we will stay one night at Chabod Hut, tasting good local food and resting up for the following day.
Gran Paradiso’s all-inclusive program
Our program is designed to give you the best possible service not only while climbing Gran Paradiso, but also while preparing for the trip. Thanks to the all inclusive formula we will take care of all the details of the trip, that includes the reservation at the Chabod hut with half board and packed lunch and the hiring of personal equipment, such as harness, ice axes, crampons and helmet. Also, you can reserve your Gran Paradiso ascent privately or joining a group, you can check the departure dates on this page.
How to approach the Gran Paradiso ascent
Although the Gran Paradiso climb is considered one of the easiest in the Alps, it should still not be underestimated, and good preparation is essential. First of all, given the high effort and many hours of walking, good physical fitness and endurance level is necessary. Also, a basic amount of mountaineering experience is require, especially in glacier progression and using crampons and ice axes. If you have never done anything like this, we recommend a preparatory day with hiking on the Mont Blanc glacier, or even better a mountaineering tour for beginner around Mont Blanc.
The 1-day “TRAINING ON MONT BLANC GLACIER” is the best choice for training and learning the basic techniques to tackle the first 4.000 m.
Ready to go on the Gran Paradiso climb?
If the Gran Paradiso ascent is one of your mountain dream, please feel free to contact us by submitting the form on this page. We will contact you to answer any questions and to plan the details of your trip.
GROUP DEPARTURES
Elevation gain: 890 m
Ascent time: 2 hours approx
Meeting point: meeting in Pravieux Valsavarenche for equipment check and a short briefing.
From the Pravieux Valsavarenche parking lot (1,830 m), we follow the path in the woods that make our way into the valley and leads to the Chabod Hut. During the walk we enjoy the wildlife of Gran Paradiso National Park.
Elevation gain: 890 m
Ascent time: 2 hours approx
Meeting point: meeting in Pravieux Valsavarenche for equipment check and a short briefing.
From the Pravieux Valsavarenche parking lot (1,830 m), we follow the path in the woods that make our way into the valley and leads to the Chabod Hut. During the walk we enjoy the wildlife of Gran Paradiso National Park.
Elevation gain: 1,300 m
Elevation loss: 2,250m
Ascent/Descent time: 10-11 hours
The Normal Route from the Chabod Hut (2,710 m) begins on the right, following a moraine ridge up to the Laveciau Glacier (3,200m). At the distinctive “Schiena d’Asino” (Donkey’s Back) we take a short break, then ascend the col of the Becca di Moncorvé and continue towards the bergschrund. A brief but demanding final ridge is all that separates us from the statue-clad summit.
Elevation gain: 1,300 m
Elevation loss: 2,250m
Ascent/Descent time: 10-11 hours
The Normal Route from the Chabod Hut (2,710 m) begins on the right, following a moraine ridge up to the Laveciau Glacier (3,200m). At the distinctive “Schiena d’Asino” (Donkey’s Back) we take a short break, then ascend the col of the Becca di Moncorvé and continue towards the bergschrund. A brief but demanding final ridge is all that separates us from the statue-clad summit.
DETAILS
RATES
- the assistance of a UIAGM/IFMGA certified Mountain Guide
- the Mountain Guide’s expenses (transfers, meals and accommodation)
- liability insurance
- safety gear used by the Guide (eg rope)
- loan of personal equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons and helmet)
- pic-nic for the day of ascension
- booking assistance service (including assistance for refuges and lifts reservation)
The rate does not include
- research and rescue insurance with UVGAM coverage (recommended): €5 per person for 3 days
- transfers
- extra meals and beverages
- anything that is not mentioned under "The rate includes"
