Adamello Ski Touring

Adamello Ski Touring

Ski Touring Adventures
Season
December to May
Difficulty
4 / 10 Moderate
Duration
Choose the number of days
Availability
Dec 2026 → May 2027
Group
max 5 people
Ratio
1 : 5
Meeting point
Passo del Tonale. We send the exact meeting location once the first day's route is agreed.

This trip uses our 1-10 overall difficulty scale (technical + fitness + exposure + environment). How this scale works

HIGHLIGHTS

Highlights

  • Passo del Tonale as the starting point for your trip.
  • Tours towards Monte Bleis, Cima Redival and Cima Boai.
  • Possibilities in the Presena area and on the Adamello glaciers.
  • A single outing or several days, with the overnight plan agreed beforehand.

OVERVIEW

About this trip

Passo del Tonale is our starting point for tours around the Adamello. From here, we can spend a day on the slopes near the pass or head further into the range, where the valleys open out and glacier terrain becomes part of the journey.

The possibilities vary quite a lot. Monte Bleis, Cima Redival and Cima Boai are among the objectives around the pass; the Presena area gives access to different terrain and some of the longer descents. We discuss the options before the trip, including how much climbing is involved and what to expect on the way down.

This is for skiers who have toured before and can manage changing snow away from the pistes. For several consecutive days, you also need enough fitness to keep going beyond the first outing.

You can book a single day or spend longer exploring the area, with a hut stay where it fits the programme. We settle the itinerary using the latest snow and weather information, so there is room to change plans if an intended route is not suitable.

ITINERARY

Itinerary

  1. Section 1
    Touring in the Presena area

    These are possible outings from the Tonale area, not a fixed three-day programme. We choose which to include and discuss any lift access, transfers or overnight stays before the trip.

    We meet at Passo del Tonale, check the equipment and follow the route agreed for the day in the Presena area. The starting point, any lift access and the amount of climbing depend on that route. We confirm those details beforehand, rather than treating every outing in the area as the same tour.

  2. Section 2
    A longer Adamello descent

    Some days can combine lift access, an approach on skins and a long descent into the Adamello valleys. Pisgana and Pisganino are possibilities, but they involve different approaches. We explain the ascent, glacier terrain and return arrangements for the route under consideration.

  3. Section 3
    Monte Bleis, Cima Redival or Cima Boai

    Monte Bleis, Cima Redival and Cima Boai are among the possible touring objectives around Passo del Tonale. We discuss the starting point, ascent and descent for the tour we propose, using the latest snow and weather information. This can be a single outing or one of several touring days.

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements

  • Mandatory avalanche safety equipment
    Each participant must carry an avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe. These can be rented on request if needed.
  • Previous ski touring experience
    Participants should already know the essentials of ski touring: using skins, managing transitions and skiing safely off-piste on ungroomed snow. This is not a first-timer's tour.
  • Ability to ski off-piste in variable snow
    You should feel comfortable skiing in mixed and ungroomed snow conditions (powder, crust, spring snow). We adapt the terrain to the overall level of the group, but off-piste control is required.
  • Winter mountain clothing & personal equipment
    Participants must bring adequate winter clothing (layers, gloves, goggles, shell), a 25-35 L backpack, snacks and water/thermos. A detailed equipment list is provided upon booking.
  • Fitness for consecutive touring days
    You should be able to manage a touring day with around 700–1,000 metres of ascent. For a multi-day trip, you need to sustain that effort on consecutive days. We confirm the demands of the chosen tours beforehand.

GEAR CHECKLIST

Gear list

Required Provided Optional Available to rent

clothing

6
  • Gloves & hat
    Required
    Light gloves, warm gloves or mittens, wool hat / buff. Bring light gloves, a warmer pair and a hat or buff.
  • Insulated jacket
    Required
    Warm insulated jacket (down or synthetic) for stops, summits and emergency situations. Pack a warm layer for stops and colder conditions.
  • Shell jacket & trousers
    Required
    Waterproof / windproof jacket and overtrousers (Gore-Tex or similar). Bring weather protection for the climb, exposed ground and changing conditions.
  • Ski clothing (layers)
    Required
    Breathable base layers, fleece or light insulating jacket, ski touring pants. Wear layers you can adjust as you climb and descend.
  • Ski touring boots
    Required Available to rent
    Ski touring boots compatible with bindings and crampons if needed. Let us know your boot size if you need rental. Boots must be compatible with the bindings.
  • Ski touring socks
    Required
    Technical ski touring socks suitable for cold conditions. At least one pair required.

emergency

1
  • Emergency bivouac shelter
    Provided
    Lightweight emergency bivouac shelter or thermal blanket for unexpected stops or emergencies. Guide carries an emergency bivy/thermal blanket.

hut

1
  • Overnight kit
    Optional
    Overnight kit for hut or bivouac nights: sleeping-bag liner (huts) or lightweight sleeping bag (unmanned bivouacs), spare socks, small toiletry kit; see the trip note. Only needed when a hut stay is agreed: sleeping bag liner, spare socks and base layer, and a small wash kit. Bring a headtorch.

personal

6
  • Backpack
    Required Available to rent
    Backpack with a gear-carry option; recommended size varies by trip, see the note. A backpack with space for the day's equipment, food and clothing.
  • Mobile phone
    Required
    Fully charged mobile phone for communication and emergency use.
  • Personal kit & snacks
    Required
    1L thermos or bottle, small personal first aid, snacks for the day. Pack food and drinks for the planned outing, plus any personal medication. We will confirm how much to carry for your route.
  • Sun protection
    Required
    High SPF sunscreen and lip balm for protection against sun and wind at altitude. Bring sunscreen and lip protection for the day.
  • Sunglasses & goggles
    Required
    Category 3–4 sunglasses and ski goggles for bad weather. Bring sunglasses for bright snow and goggles for wind, snowfall and the descent.
  • Power bank & cable
    Optional
    Power bank and charging cable to keep devices operational in cold conditions. Recommended to keep devices operational in cold conditions.

safety

6
  • Avalanche transceiver / beacon (ARTVA)
    Required Available to rent
    Modern 3-antenna transceiver/beacon with fresh batteries. Each participant needs a working avalanche transceiver. We check the equipment together before setting off.
  • Probe
    Required Available to rent
    Avalanche probe (240–300 cm). Each participant needs an avalanche probe; rental is available through us.
  • Shovel
    Required Available to rent
    Metal avalanche shovel (no plastic models). Each participant needs an avalanche shovel; rental is available through us.
  • Skimo Helmet
    Required Available to rent
    Ski Mountaineering helmet. A helmet suitable for the planned skiing is required. Available to rent through us.
  • Lightweight harness
    Optional Available to rent
    Lightweight harness for glacier travel or short roped sections. Required for glacier travel or ropework if included in the agreed programme. We confirm the equipment beforehand.
  • Whistle
    Optional
    Emergency whistle, often integrated into backpacks or chest straps. Recommended (often integrated into backpacks).

technical

10
  • Climbing skins
    Required Available to rent
    Skins cut to size and in good condition, with reliable glue. Bring skins fitted to the skis you will use, or arrange a complete rental setup.
  • Poles
    Required Available to rent
    Adjustable ski poles for touring.
  • Ski crampons
    Required Available to rent
    Ski crampons compatible with your bindings, for hard or icy snow. Ski crampons must match the bindings; these are different from boot crampons.
  • Ski touring skis
    Required Available to rent
    Touring skis suitable for ski mountaineering, with touring bindings. Touring bindings are needed for the uphill sections. Tell us what you already use or what you need to rent.
  • 120 cm sling or daisy chain
    Provided
    120 cm dyneema sling or daisy chain for glacier travel and rescue.
  • Navigation tools
    Provided
    Map, GPS device or smartphone app with offline maps and route information. Guide carries primary navigation tools (map/GPS/offline maps).
  • Screwgate carabiners (x2)
    Provided
    Two locking carabiners for glacier travel and safety systems.
  • Ski repair kit
    Provided
    Basic ski touring repair kit (duct tape, cable ties, multitool). Usually carried by the guide. Basic repair kit carried by the guide (duct tape, cable ties, multitool).
  • Boot crampons
    Optional Available to rent
    Crampons compatible with your boots (if conditions require). Required if the agreed route or training session calls for boot crampons. We confirm this beforehand; rental is available.
  • Ice axe
    Optional Available to rent
    Lightweight ice axe for ski mountaineering (if conditions require). Required if the agreed route or training session calls for an ice axe. We confirm this beforehand; rental is available.

PRICES

Prices

  • 1 people
    €450 Per person / day
  • 2 people
    €280 Per person / day
  • 3 people
    €210 Per person / day
  • 4 people
    €175 Per person / day
  • 5 people
    €155 Per person / day

INCLUDED

Included

Included

  • IFMGA/UIAGM mountain guide for each booked day.
  • Planning and route choice around Passo del Tonale and the Adamello.
  • Shared ropes and group technical equipment used by the guide for the agreed route.
  • Practical advice on touring technique and the terrain we travel through.
  • Equipment checks, daily briefings and help with local logistics.

Not included

  • Personal clothing and other personal items.
  • Personal technical equipment rental, unless specifically included in your quote.
  • Lift tickets and cable cars used during the trip (for example Presena lifts, if used).
  • Accommodation and meals for clients and guide (hotel, B&B, huts, lunches and dinners).
  • Transport to and from Passo del Tonale and any local transfers not specified in the program.
  • Personal travel, health and mountain rescue insurance.
  • Any drinks, snacks or extra expenses not explicitly mentioned as included.
  • Anything not explicitly listed under "Included"

Optional

  • All personal technical equipment needed for the outing is available to rent through us. Tell us what you need when you send your request; we will confirm the equipment and rental cost before you book.