DurationFull day
LevelBeginner, Intermediate, Advanced
EffortEasy, Moderate, High

Glacier hike with Evolution 2 Chamonix

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🔵 MER DE GLACE - discover glacier hiking

Discover the Mer de Glace, the last big glacier in the Alps!
Take an interest and learn about its evolution whilst observing the majestic peaks of the Mont Blanc massif that surround it, as well as the imposing seracs of the Glacier du Géant.
Your guide will teach you how to use crampons that allow you to walk on ice as well try ice climbing with ice axes: your first steps as a mountaineer!

⏲️ Count approximatively 5 to 6 hours of walking. This itinerary is given as an indication. It can be modified to suit the conditions of the glacier and your level.

🔴 VALLEE BLANCHE - sporty glacier hiking

➡️ From the Aiguille du Midi:

This is the most mythical and majestic glacier hike in Chamonix: the “Vallée Blanche”! A hike at an altitude of 3400 meters with an exceptional panorama of the most beautiful Italian and French peaks.
You will cross the Vallée Blanche and Géant glaciers between the Aiguille du Midi and Helbronner to reach Italy.

➡️ From Pointe Helbronner (Italy):

Admire the breathtaking view of the Italian side of Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks over 4000 meters. With your guide, set off on a glacier hike in this high mountain universe, between seracs and crevasses, and reach the Aiguille du Midi in France.

🔗 Details of all the glacier hikes are just 1 click away.

Learn more :
🤔 Go to “Your questions” at the bottom of the page
🎥 Discover the glacier hike on video
📃Read our article blog

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🔵 Group formula (4 to 6 people) - Mer de Glace

130 € / person

A professional mountain guide - All the safety equipment : ropes, snap hooks...

Your personal equipment - Your round trip ticket fare for the "Montenvers" train (41,20 € per person)

Closed for summer 2025 🔵 Group formula (4 to 6 people) - Glacier d'Argentière

110 € / person

🔴 Group formula (3 to 4 people) - Aiguille du Midi

170 € / person

A professional mountain guide - All the safety equipment : ropes, snap hooks...

Your personal equipment - Your round trip ticket fare for the "Aiguille du Midi" cable car (81 € per person) and the return ticket for the "Panoramic Mont Blanc"

Private formula for 1-4 people

490 €

A professional mountain guide - All the safety equipment : ropes, snap hooks...

Your personal equipment - Round trip transport ticket Chamonix - Courmayeur - Chamonix and the Skyway cable car ticket

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🔵 Mer de Glace

Rack railway train

Meet in front of the cash desk of Montenvers train station. (Mer de Glace)

🔵 Mer de Glace

Rack railway train

Meet in front of the cash desk of Montenvers train station. (Mer de Glace)

🔴 Vallée Blanche

In front of Vertical café

Au pied du téléphérique de l'Aiguille du Midi : en face du Vertical café qui se situe dans le bâtiment du téléphérique.

🔴 Vallée Blanche

In front of Vertical café

Au pied du téléphérique de l'Aiguille du Midi : en face du Vertical café qui se situe dans le bâtiment du téléphérique.

To remember

Your equipment

Necessary equipment :
-Technical equipment : 45 Litre backpack, crampons, walking pole, ice pick, mountaineering boots, climbing harness and a helmet (these items can be rented at our partner sport store : Sanglard)
-Clothing : hiking pants, fleece jacket, windproof jacket, gloves...
-Additional equipment : Sunglasses, sunscreen, food and drinks.

Equipment provided by the guide:
-Safety equipment : Ropes, snap hooks...

Insurance and cancellation

Please consult our General Conditions of Sale to find out about our cancellation policy.

Insurance: Insurance is strongly recommended. 

Reviews from our customers

Hacene

Glacier Hiking on Mer de Glace simply magnificent one of our dreams come true thanks to E2 and Gérald our guide for his patience and advice

Sarah

Glacier hike with Michel
Great experience, glorious weather.
What more could you ask for?

Your questions

💪 How fit do you need to be for glacier hiking?
Good physical condition is essential. You don't need to be an athlete, but a minimum stamina is required to enjoy the activity safely.

🌧️ What happens in the event of bad weather?
In the event of bad weather, the outing is adapted or replaced by another activity. If there is no suitable alternative, you will be offered a refund. Safety remains the priority, and the guide will make the decision based on the day's conditions.

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