SKI TOURING
Ski tour Rhêmes Valley
Explore the wild peaks of Val di Rhêmes on a three-day ski touring adventure, with Rifugio Benevolo as your mountain base.
The experience
Discover one of Aosta Valley's finest ski touring destinations, where wide alpine valleys, remote summits and spectacular descents offer endless possibilities for exploration. Based at Rifugio Benevolo, at 2,285 meters, we will spend three days discovering the wild mountain landscape of the Rhêmes Valley.
Each day brings a new adventure, with routes selected according to snow conditions, weather and the group's level. From classic summits such as Punta Galisia or Punta Calabre to more challenging objectives, this experience combines rewarding ascents, beautiful descents and the atmosphere of a traditional mountain hut.
Level & requirements
Requirements
For skiers with a technical level from Basic to Expert and a physical level from 2 to 5. Participants must be confident skiing off piste in variable snow.
Level Guide
Each experience is rated separately for technical difficulty and physical effort.
Technical Level
Level 1 — Beginner
Controlled turns on groomed pistes; no previous ski-touring experience required. Suitable for introductory outings with a groomed-piste descent.
Level 2 — Basic
Some ski-touring experience or confident off-piste skiing. Basic transitions manageable with guidance; suitable for easy tours in favourable snow.
Level 3 — Intermediate
Regular ski-touring experience, independent transitions and confident skiing in varied off-piste snow. Suitable for longer ascents and more demanding routes.
Level 4 — Advanced
Extensive ski-touring and freeride experience and strong off-piste ability; confident in challenging snow and complex terrain.
Level 5 — Expert
Extensive ski-touring and freeride experience; ready for demanding, technical or multi-day objectives.
Physical Level
Physical levels for aerobic mountain activities are based on expected activity time, elevation gain and overall sustained effort. Altitude, terrain, weather, pace and backpack weight can increase the physical demands.
Level 1 — Easy
Gentle outings and short ascents up to around 5 hours of activity, usually with less than 600 m of elevation gain.
Level 2 — Easy to Moderate
Around 5–7 hours of activity or 600–1,000 m of elevation gain.
Level 3 — Moderate
Around 7–9 hours of activity or 1,000–1,500 m of elevation gain.
Level 4 — Demanding
Around 9–12 hours of activity or 1,500–2,000 m of elevation gain.
Level 5 — Very Demanding
More than 12 hours of activity or more than 2,000 m of elevation gain.
Practical information
Program
A full day of ski touring with an itinerary adapted to the group and mountain conditions.
We’ll meet in the morning at a location agreed in advance. After checking our equipment and discussing the plan, we’ll travel to the starting point and begin the ascent on skins. We’ll take breaks as needed and choose a descent suited to the group and snow conditions. Depending on the route and the group’s objectives, the elevation gain can range from around 600 m to over 2,500 m. The itinerary, pace and timing will be agreed according to the participants’ experience and fitness, and the conditions on the day.
Equipment
Full ski touring equipment is required.
The following equipment is mandatory for each participant:
- Ski touring skis (with compatible bindings)
- Ski crampons (compatible with the bindings)
- Skins (compatible with your skis)
- Ski touring boots (compatible with the bindings and skis)
- Adjustable ski poles
- ARTVA (avalanche transceiver), shovel and probe
- Backpack (20–30 litres)
- Ski helmet (certified to EN 1077 for alpine skiing)
- Ski goggles and sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
- Light gloves and warm gloves
- Water (about 1 L) and snacks
- Sunscreen
- Clothes: thermal base layer (top and bottoms), fleece (or warm insulating mid-layer), warm insulated jacket, waterproof shell jacket, ski touring trousers, ski socks, warm hat or headband and neck warmer
- Headlamp, ice axe, harness and crampons (for the most technical activities)
During the briefing, we’ll check that your equipment is right for the activity.
If you need to rent any equipment, let me know in advance and I’ll help you find a suitable option.
For this outing, I recommend the rental shop Gal Sport, but I can recommend another suitable rental shop for the area chosen.
I also have a limited amount of equipment available to lend, subject to availability. Let me know in advance if you may need anything.
Booking & Conditions
A 50% deposit confirms your booking.
Get in touch with your preferred date and group size to check availability. A 50% deposit confirms your booking. Participants are strongly advised to have insurance appropriate to the planned activity and geographical area. For full details, including information about the special partner insurance rate, please refer to the Booking & Conditions.
The programme is indicative and may be adjusted according to snow and weather conditions, ski area access and the group’s level.
Prices
| Group size | Price per person | Total price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | €430/pax | €430 |
| 2 people | €230/pax | €460 |
| 3 people | €165/pax | €495 |
| 4 people | €135/pax | €540 |
| 5 people | €115/pax | €575 |
| 6 people | €105/pax | €630 |
Included
- Guiding service
- Professional liability insurance of the Guide
- Technical equipment provided by the guide when specified
Not included
- Rental equipment
- Ski lift pass (if needed)
- Transport to and from the meeting point
- Food and drinks
- Personal insurance
Any other expenses needed for the experience that are not expressly listed under “Included”, for you and the guide.
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