Here’s a weekender that will get your adrenalin racing. Head to Chamonix, France for two days of challenging ice climbing.
With vertical cliff faces, deep crevasses and glacial walls to conquer this is not one for the faint hearted but will certainly be one of those extreme travel adventures you’ll never forget. Professional instructors will guide you through this stunning environment as you summit ice waterfalls and traverse glaciers.
Accommodation is in the alpine resort of Chamonix at the foot of western Europe’s highest mountain Mont Blanc. The town boasts a lively mix of restaurants, bars and nightlife.
Full details on this trip from overseas adventure travel specialists Black Tomato
If you’d like to try ice climbing but in a less extreme environment contact the guys at Vertical Chill. They have ice walls situated at the Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports stores in Manchester and London. Offering one hour lessons with qualified instructors it will give you a taste of this great climbing experience.
