The day before – Meeting in Saint-Gervais
Meet at 6:30 pm at the Saint-Gervais Guides Office for a presentation of the outing, an equipment briefing, and the organization of carpooling to Chamonix.
Jour 1 – Descente de la Vallée Blanche (3842 m)
Départ matinal pour Chamonix et montée en téléphérique à l’Aiguille du Midi (3842 m). Après un moment sur les terrasses panoramiques, la cordée s’engage sur l’arête enneigée, skis sur le sac.
Début de la descente encadrée sur le glacier du Géant, entre séracs et crevasses, dans un décor d’altitude impressionnant.
Pause déjeuner selon les conditions : pique-nique face aux sommets ou repas chaud au refuge du Requin.
La descente se poursuit jusqu’à la Mer de Glace et retour à Chamonix avec le petit train du Montenvers.
Dénivelé négatif : env. –2800 m | Distance : 15 km | Durée : 4 à 6 h selon les conditions.
The guides may adjust the itinerary (including starting from Pointe Helbronner on the Italian side) depending on snow conditions and access to the Aiguille du Midi.
The Vallée Blanche is more than just a ski descent: it is a legendary glacier traverse between the peaks of the Mont Blanc massif. From the panoramic terrace of the Aiguille du Midi (3,842 m), the view stretches from Mont Blanc du Tacul to the Grandes Jorasses, while the Mer de Glace extends all the way down to the Chamonix valley.
Guided by a mountain guide, you will cross the Aiguille du Midi ridge while roped up before putting on your skis on the Glacier du Géant. The descent unfolds in a magnificent high-mountain atmosphere, between séracs and crevasses, with the option to stop at the Requin Hut for a hot meal.
This 15-km descent is not a marked trail, but an alpine adventure at the heart of a unique glacial world. Every turn is made facing the great faces of the massif, in an atmosphere that is both serene and awe-inspiring. A suspended moment in the light of Mont Blanc.
From January to April, depending on snow conditions.
Group option: Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
The opening date of the descent from the Aiguille du Midi depends on the installation of the fixed ropes on the ridge (between early January and early February depending on snow conditions).
Before this period, we offer a departure from Helbronner (3,425 m) in Italy. For this version, starting from Chamonix, we take a bus through the Mont Blanc Tunnel: the descent from the top of the Italian lift system joins the classic route and the Montenvers train.
In this case, there will be an additional cost of approximately €15 per person.
Directly on our website, by phone, or by email.
Maximum 6 people per mountain guide. Young participants aged 15 and over must be accompanied by a parent.
Group departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 participants and up to 6 per guide.
Depending on mountain conditions, the number of participants per guide may be reduced.
Have good physical fitness. You must be able to ski well in all snow conditions and on all types of terrain (off-piste). It’s important to be in excellent shape to cover the full distance. Do not underestimate the impact of altitude on physical performance. If you are unsure about the required level, feel free to ask us.
You will be traveling on an unmarked high-mountain route and must be aware of the hazards associated with this activity (crevasses, serac falls, rockfall, avalanches, very low temperatures).
Plan for about €100 per person for the Chamonix Unlimited pass, to be paid directly at the Aiguille du Midi ticket office 30 minutes before the meeting time.
1–2 people: €400
3-4 people: €420
5–6 people: €450
The group package price includes
The group package price does not include
Insurance is not included; you must have liability insurance to take part in these outings.
We recommend being covered by rescue, assistance, and repatriation insurance. If you do not have one, we can direct you to specialized providers (approximately €5 per day).
Equipment provided by the guide – Please let us know if you already have your own.
Technical equipment
Technical equipment is available for rent from our partners:
For Saint Gervais : blanc-sport-saintgervais.com/www.unlimited-saintgervais.com,
For les Contamines : www.intersport-lescontamines.com/
Clothing and accessories
Feel free to contact us if you need advice on physical preparation, gear selection, or organizing your trip.
You will meet the guides the day before departure at the Saint-Gervais Guides Office (43 rue du Mont Blanc, 74170 Saint-Gervais), located inside the tourist office in the village center, at 6:30 p.m. If you cannot attend, please let us know — the briefing can be done by phone.
Snow conditions can vary. After several days of good weather, the itinerary becomes easier, packed down by the passage of skiers (possible presence of mogul fields). But after a day of bad weather, the snow may be deep, powdery, or wind-affected…
Plan to bring a picnic or cash for the Requin Hut. The decision to picnic or eat at the hut is made the day before during the briefing, depending on the expected temperatures and the preferences of the majority of the group.
Travel to Chamonix is done using the participants’ vehicles; the guide will organise carpooling the day before (it is customary for clients to provide transport for the guide). Please let us know in advance if you do not have a vehicle.
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