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Ice Blaster Long Weekend

Ice climbing at Kandersteg in the Bernese OberlandWith frequent low-cost flights to Geneva from many UK airports, getting to Switzerland for an adventurous weekend climbing break has never been easier. A long weekend gives 3 full days of climbing, so you can enjoy an exhilarating, satisfying (and exhausting!) ice-climbing trip using a minimal amount of holiday time.

Our Ice Blaster weekends are extendable – giving the option of a 3, 4 or 5-day course. If you wish to add one or two days to the standard 3-day weekend please contact Eira at the office.

The courses convene at the Grand Chalet hotel in Leysin, and normally our first day will be climbing at one of several good icefalls in the Leysin area. For the following two days we have a fantastic choice of venues – we can go NE into the Bernese Oberland, SE to the Arolla and the Val de Bagnes or south to Trient and the Chamonix valley.

Having the flexibility to choose between these areas according to conditions is the key to guaranteeing a brilliant ice-climbing weekend. For people wanting a longer stay we are happy to change locations for a really varied climbing holiday.

Multi-pitch ice climbing on a grade IV icefall

After climbing on the final day we take you back to a main line station in time to catch your flight back to the UK (or back to the hotel in Leysin if you decide to stay longer).

Return Flight to UK

When arranging your flight home please note that it is normally possible to get to Geneva Airport by 7pm after the last day's activities. It is not usually possible to reach the airport before this time without cutting short the climbing day.

Who the course will suit. We pitch the course at the right level for course participants, making up balanced climbing teams. Previous ice climbing experience is desirable but climbing grade is not important - we can cater for a range of standards and give each individual the instruction/guidance he or she requires.

Please note: as most people taking this course arrive late on Thursday evening, the meals provided begin with breakfast on the Friday morning. If arriving earlier on the Thursday you are welcome to purchase a meal at the Grand Chalet.

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2011 Dates

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Week 1: 6 Jan - 9 Jan
Week 2: 13 Jan - 16 Jan
Week 3: 20 Jan - 23 Jan
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Course Duration

3 days, 3 nights

All Inclusive Price

£850
Your course price covers:
• Guiding + guides expenses
• Full board + accommodation
• All picnic lunches/snack food
• All course transportation
• All mechanical uplift
• Loan of technical equipment

Normal Guiding Ratio

2:1

Course Grade

Difficulty: 4 Fitness: 3
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