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Austria

Ice climbing in the Alps with a UIAGM mountain guide

Difficulty

Optional

Type of adventure

Alps / Ice

Date

January - March

Trip description

Experience the fascinating world of ice climbing in the impressive setting of the Austrian Alps with CK Himalaya! During this unique tour, you will immerse yourself in the cold beauty of the ice walls and conquer the majestic icefalls that this mountain region has to offer.

This event is intended for experienced and advanced ice climbers who want to improve their climbing skills and overcome difficult ice challenges. We assume knowledge of ice climbing movements, belaying a co-climber, the basics of working with a rope and abseiling with belay devices.

Our experienced UIAGM mountain guides will be at your disposal throughout the hike to ensure your maximum safety and comfort. He will share his ice climbing knowledge and experience with you and help you perfect your technique and take your climbing skills to a new level.

During the multi-day climb, we will visit different ice walls and icefalls that are adapted to your skills and physical fitness. You will experience the adrenaline and excitement of climbing the ice wall, admire the breathtaking panoramic views from the top and enjoy the friendly atmosphere in the group of ice climbers.

Region: Maltatal, Gastein, Felbertauern

The UIAGM mountain guide has the highest international license to work in the mountains and has liability insurance.

Date

January - March

Price for 1 person

from 28,500 CZK

What can you look forward to?

Program

Day 0 – departure from Prague in the afternoon, arrival at the location in the evening.
1st day – Climbing with top belay on sloping to vertical ice, the difficulty will be chosen according to the ability of the participants and the current ice conditions. Principles of correct movement when climbing on ice. Climbing tricks and important details.
2nd day – Building stands and abseiling stations (from screws, Abalak's clock, ice pear). Method of establishment of progressive insurance. Practical demonstrations, including independent training. Climbing training.
3rd day – Self-climbing with drilling of screws, self-creation of belay positions. Principles of securing a co-climber on the ice, safety rules of a climbing pair or trio. … Climbing at the first end of the rope or in difficult terrain. After climbing, departure home.

Who is the event for?

In the mentioned areas, it is possible to choose suitable climbing lines of various levels of difficulty.

How big is the group?

You can climb either in a climbing pair or a maximum of 2 people per UIAGM mountain guide.

What is included in the course price?

Price includes:
Event leadership by a UIAGM mountain guide.
Transportation during training
Cancellation insurance.

The price does not include:
Insurance
Climbing equipment
Accommodation in an apartment
Transport to the place and back (you can take your own car or agree on shared transport and pay for it)
Meals in apartments, sometimes there is a kitchenette available, sometimes you go to a restaurant for dinner

What to take with you?

Mandatory equipment:
Seat cushion
Belay (HMS carabiner + belay)
Climbing helmet
Ice axes and cats
All other material (screws, express, rope) will be provided by the UIAGM mountain guide. If you don't have your own ice axes and crampons, let us know and we'll make arrangements.
On each other (apart from the classic layering, which we leave up to each participant):
Waterproof pants and jacket
Gloves (ideal thin, warm for them, skiing or ice climbing), strong leather mountains or skeletons
An important part of ice climbing equipment is footwear. We must have shoes compatible with the fixing of the jacks and with the appropriate hardness of the sole, which allows a stance on the front points of the jacks. Climbing skeletons can also be used to climb icefalls.
Scarf (under helmet)
A helmet
Ski goggles
What to take with you:
Spare gloves
A thermos with a hot drink, a snack,
Warm clothes (down vest or jacket as insulation for protection).
Quality gloves for climbing icefalls, mittens are not suitable.
sitting (or chest) time,
Carabiner with lock and securing device.
Flat loop
A helmet
Basic first aid kit (plasters, bandage, disinfection)
A thermos with a hot drink, a snack
Toiletries, food, spare clothes, change of clothes and slippers

What do I need to know?

It is essential to know the basics of movement on ice, rope work and abseiling. If you are not sure, do not hesitate to contact us, or book an ice climbing day in the Giant Mountains.

How is insurance provided?

Alpenverein membership is most suitable. If you don't have it, you can arrange it with us and use it all year round.

What do I have to do to participate in the event?

Submit your application using the form on this page. After receiving this application, we will send you a travel contract and other necessary information. The deposit must be paid within 10 days from the conclusion of the contract by bank transfer. Additional payment for the event according to the instructions in the travel contract.

How to choose climbing equipment?

Are you considering how best to choose climbing equipment? Contact the professionals Hanibal, a verified seller, who can advise!