Superb ski descent on the longest glacier in the Mont-Blanc range, of around 24 km. Deep in the heart of high mountains, blue crevasses, ice falls and dramatic scenery, a run down the Vallée Blanche is surely one of Dure's finest gifts.
Accompanied by a guide, you can negotiate, in complete security the impressive ridge from the Aiguille du Midi to where the skiing begins. From the summit of the cable car (3842m), you will ski 2900 m of vertical drop down to Chamonix.
Different descents can be chosen according to the groups ability (Envers du Plan, Grand Envers du Plan, Rognon glacier ...) and you will choose at the last moment with your mountain guide, according to youre ski level and the snow conditions.
The skiing : The “Vallée Blanche” is entirely off-piste, unmarked and not patrolled by a rescue team. The weather alone determines snow conditions. Plan on spending 4/5 hours depending conditions, route chosen and group level.
Ski level : Open to all abilities because there are different routes possible. Please note : the most important thing is to have control over your skiing no matter what your personal ability. A well behaved snowplough is preferable to an out of control parallel turn !
One day Vallée Blanche :
Private guide price (for the group) : 1 to 4 pax : 280 euros - 5/6 pax : 330 euros. Included : mountain guide, safety equipment, harness, avalanche beeper.
Not included cable car and picnics. (the cable car is free with a Chamonix valley skipass)
Week End Vallée Blanche
Two days to discover the beautiful skiing on the glaciers of Argentière, starting from the Grand Montets and the famous Vallée Blanche, with one night in a mountain hut, at the Cosmiques hut, near the Aig. du Midi (3600m) or at the Chalet de Lognan near the Argentière glacier (2000m) access by lift (choice depending on the conditions and period).
Price per person : 330 euros (min 3 pax). Included : mountain guide and safety equipment, 1 night on half board basis, 2 day Chamonix skipass.
Not included : drinks, picnics and personal expenses.
Period : from Christmas to May, depending on snowfall and mountain conditions.
