We have chosen the Goûter Route on Mont Blanc for the best summit chances and a chance to experience one of the “classic” climbing routes in the Alps.

Every expedition originates in Chamonix, France, the birthplace of alpinism, where the team will meet the evening before for a group dinner, gear checks, and to address any last-minute logistics.

On days 2 and 3, you will head to Mont Blanc as a team for acclimatization and technical skills training before returning to Chamonix. On day 4, you will begin your summit of Mont Blanc via the Goûter Route.

On your way to the Roof of the Alps, you will pass through the infamous Grand Couloir, a steep gully where we will pay close attention to the potential for rockfall. After, we will ascend and navigate the  Aiguille du Goûter ridgeline, known for its crevasses and high winds, before approaching the Dôme du Goûter, which stands at just above 14,000 feet.

At this point, you are a little over a mile from the summit of Mont Blanc. The Dôme du Goûter is one of the shoulders of Mont Blanc and offers a perfect panoramic for the impending sunrise. Our team will make one more stop at the Vallot Hut to adjust layers and fuel up as needed before taking on the final exposed ridge, Petit Bosse, that extends to the summit of Mont Blanc.

Climbing Mont Blanc requires solid fitness, the ability to perform well with a heavy pack, and the mindset to dig deep and enjoy the process of climbing the largest mountain in Western Europe.