Erebus Active Jacket
01/09
Mont Blanc Summit Challenge
Polish your climbing skills, summit the Alps' highest peak and return safely, courage affirmed.
$13,000.00
As recently as 1786, the iconic 4,808m White Mountain had no recorded ascents.
Since then its iconic peak has achieved ‘must-climb’ status amongst adventurers worldwide. Our expert team will thoroughly prepare us for the summit attempt before taking on the ultimate goal.
This 5-day programme based out of our Chamonix HQ includes skills assessment and acquisition, and long treks to overnight stays – first near the 3542m acclimatisation peak of Aiguille du Tour, then at the 3167 Tête Rousse hut in preparation for our morning ascent of Mont Blanc. Some days will take up 8-10 hours, others a more relaxed 3-4.
Alongside a team of fellow experienced climbers, we’ll navigate steep snow, rocky ridges and ice through a variety of climbing styles. Shackleton's team of expert guides will lead us all the way to the summit and back for what will undoubtedly be among the most memorable and rewarding weeks in lives well lived.
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Chamonix, France — 10 Day Weather Forecast
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Stimulating Environments, Personal Development
The entire Mont Blanc massif is the stuff of climbers’ dreams. There’s something inspiring in the air that infects everyone with vivacity and determination. Panoramic, once-in-a-lifetime views await us at the summit. These are only the first of the rewards.
Push Yourself to the Limit
On summit day, we start early and maintain a steady pace. Our aim is to be out of sync with other climbers on the mountain and cross the Grand Couloir early in the morning while it’s still cold. Up the broad face of the Dôme du Gôuter to where we can see the summit of the Mont Blanc; a slight descent, then up to the emergency shelter of the Vallot hut at 4362m.
From here we ascend a series of beautiful snow arêtes which snake their way over les Bosses and la Tournette, until gradually arriving on the whaleback summit of Mont Blanc itself – the full 4810m.
A core part of the team
Our world-class guides will ensure everyone accesses the skills required to play a full part in the expedition team.
Equip Yourself For This Challenge
Testimonials in the Press
“It was probably the best experience of my life so far.”
“Inarguable proof that my physical and mental strength is far more than I ever gave myself credit for.”
“It had only been a short expedition but I was already planning my next – it turns out there’s no turning back once you’ve had a taste of real adventure.”
“The journey is as much inward as it is outward.”
“I felt a huge appreciation for the natural world and people who encompass the spirit of endurance.”
Shackleton Challenges
From Antarctica to Greenland, Oman to the Himalayas, our epic and life-affirming Challenges are designed and delivered by our record-breaking team of professional guides with with safety, skills development and enjoyment prioritised.
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