
Ice climbing
Description
The Giffre Valley is one of Franceâs most renowned sites for quality ice falls and those who enjoy rock climbing will undoubtedly be interested in trying out this challenging climbing experience. Â With the guidance one of our English speaking professionals, youâll discover special techniques and equipment required to climb a frozen waterfall.
NB â the photo shown is ice climbing on a glacier in the Autumn. Â During the winter, ice climbing sessions generally take place on frozen waterfalls.
Ideal for
Anybody looking for an exhilirating and physically challenging winter sport, unlike any other. Â Keen rock climbers will enjoy the new challenge of using ice axes and crampons in places of their fingers and toes! Â âWildâ frozen waterfalls offer a truly beautiful and unique environment that youâll enjoy experiencing up close and personal with the help of a ZigZag high mountain guide.
Hours
An entirely different winter activity accessible to all ages and levels of ability (no experience required). Conditions must be right for waterfalls to freeze in a solid and âsafeâ manner, so ice climbing is generally only possible between December and February, during very cold periods.
This is a full day activity.
Pricing
Full day 330⏠for 1 to 4 pers (maximum 4 pers per guide)
Equipment
Your ice climbing guide will provide crampons, ice axes, helmet, harness, ropes and ice screws.  Youâll need to hire cramponable mountaineering boots (available at Twinner in SamoĂ«nsâ centre), and to wear warm, flexible, waterproof clothing.  You will need to wear warm gloves and to bring a picnic lunch.
This page is also available in: French
Booking Office Hours
Winter : 8am-12.30pm & 2.30-7pm
Summer : 9am-12noon & 3-6.30pm
Contact Us
ZigZag Ecole de Ski (ESI Samoëns)
126 Grande Rue, 74340 Samoëns
www.zigzagski.com
info@zigzagski.com
0033 631 204 410
126 Grande Rue, 74340 Samoëns
www.zigzagski.com
info@zigzagski.com
0033 631 204 410
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126 Grande Rue 74340 SAMOENS
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