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Once at the top of the Aiguille du Midi the guide will brief you on the basics of skiing in fresh snow and recognizing crevasses.
Optional lunch break at Refuge du Requin, in front of the impressive serac fall of the Glacier du Géant.
In order to reach Montenvers station from the Mer de Glace, you will need to walk 20-30 minutes with the skis on your back (540 steps plus ski lift) to catch a train to Chamonix. Otherwise - if snow conditions are good finish the descent skiing all the way to Chamonix.
The day ends with the traditional beer in the town.
The Vallée Blanche
The Vallee Blanche also offers a unique playground in the Alps to go ski touring in a picturesque environment. Ask your mountain guide if you wish to go for an introduction to ski touring during your skiing holidays.
The best time is, everyday from mid December to early May, depending on the snow and weather conditions, normally March and April are the busiest, better to book in advance, the mountain guide can cancel at any time if conditions are not safe, in that case we will reschedule or refund.
Aiguille du Midi lift in Chamonix - Back to the Valley : from 4 to 6 hours.
Make sure you have valid repatriation insurance for this activity
Our friendly office team are renowned for their excellent customer service. Our goal is to help make your holiday unforgettable, this starts with your initial enquiry - you can expect a quick and informative response, whether it’s by phone, email or after you have made a booking online. If it’s your first time skiing, we recommend giving the office a call and we’ll talk you through the best options for you.
