Dolomites and Brenta Ski Touring Day
This trip uses our 1–10 overall difficulty scale (technical + fitness + exposure + environment). How this scale works
Highlights
- Flexible itinerary based on snow and conditions assessed by the guide
- Small groups for a relaxed and personal experience
- Possibility to rent ski touring equipment on request.
- Trusted local recommendations for accommodation and equipment rental.
Overview
A full day of ski touring in the Brenta and Dolomites, choosing the area with the best snow and conditions for that moment. The mountains here offer a mix of open slopes, quiet valleys and the distinctive limestone scenery that makes this region so special.
This experience is ideal for skiers who know the basics of touring and want a well organised, easygoing day with a guide — without pressure, and with plenty of time to enjoy the turns.
We start the morning with a quick coffee, look at the conditions together and head into the mountains. The pace is comfortable, and we take the time to choose the best line for the day. The general objective or summit can be agreed with the group in advance, but we keep the final choice flexible so we can follow the best snow and the conditions of the day.
No rush: the goal is to move well, enjoy the terrain and have fun on skis.
As always in Italy, good food and friendly hospitality naturally become part of the day — maybe a simple stop in a hut or a relaxed drink once we are back in the valley.
A full day outside, good snow, Dolomite views and the pleasure of skiing in a beautiful place — built around good decisions, solid judgement and simply enjoying the mountains.
Itinerary
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Day 1Example ski touring options around Val di Fassa and Madonna di Campiglio
On flexible ski touring days the final objective is chosen based on snow conditions, avalanche situation and the level of the group. Below are a few realistic tours we often use around Val di Fassa, Madonna di Campiglio and Campo Carlo Magno.
These are examples rather than a fixed list.
Val Lastié – Sella Group (Val di Fassa)
A classic and very scenic Dolomites tour. Starting from the Pian Trevisan area above Canazei, we skin into Val Lastié, a wide and gentle valley framed by the impressive walls of the Sella Group.
The ascent follows moderate slopes, with around 800–900 metres of elevation gain, with excellent views and often good snow thanks to the favourable exposure. A true Dolomites-style tour, well suited to intermediate groups.
Val Gelada – Bocca dei Tre Sassi (Brenta)
A more “mountain” style tour starting from the Fortini / Campo Carlo Magno area and entering Val Gelada. We climb through gentle valleys and progressively steeper slopes towards Bocca dei Tre Sassi, with around 900–1,000 metres of ascent.
Thanks to the northerly aspect, snow conditions are often very good, and the atmosphere is typically quiet and remote, far from the busier ski areas.
Cima Roma from Passo Grostè (Brenta)
Reached from the top station of the Passo Grostè lifts, this tour follows rolling terrain before a final climb to the panoramic summit of Cima Roma.
A moderate ski tour with a real summit feel and wide views over the Brenta group and surrounding peaks.
These are only examples. The final choice for the day is confirmed together with the group shortly before the trip, once we have the most up-to-date weather and avalanche information. The aim is always to choose the option that best fits the conditions and offers the most enjoyable skiing for the group.
Requirements
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Basic ski touring experienceParticipants should already know the essentials of ski touring: using skins, maintaining a steady uphill pace, and skiing safely off-piste on ungroomed snow. No steep or technical terrain is expected on this trip.
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Ability to ski off-piste in variable snowYou should feel comfortable skiing in mixed and ungroomed snow conditions (powder, crust, spring snow). We adapt the terrain to the level of the group.
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Good general fitnessA typical day includes around 600–900 metres of ascent at an easy, steady pace. You don’t need to be fast, but you should be able to stay on the move for several hours.
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Mandatory avalanche safety equipmentEach participant must carry an avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe. These can be rented on request if needed.
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Weather-appropriate clothing & personal equipmentParticipants must bring adequate winter mountain clothing (layers, gloves, goggles, shells), a backpack 25–35 L, snacks and water/thermos. A full equipment list is provided upon booking.
Gear checklist
clothing
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Gloves & hatLight gloves, warm gloves or mittens, wool hat / buff.
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Insulated jacketWarm insulated jacket (down or synthetic) for stops, summits and emergency situations.
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Shell jacket & pantsWaterproof / windproof jacket and overpants (Gore-Tex or similar).
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Ski clothing – layersBreathable base layers, fleece or light insulating jacket, ski touring pants.
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Ski touring socksTechnical ski touring socks suitable for cold conditions. At least one pair required.
personal
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Backpack 25–35 LSki touring backpack, 25–35 litres, with ski carry option.
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Mobile phoneFully charged mobile phone for communication and emergency use.
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Personal kit & snacks1L thermos or bottle, small personal first aid, snacks for the day.
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Sun protectionHigh SPF sunscreen and lip balm for protection against sun and wind at altitude.
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Sunglasses & gogglesCategory 3–4 sunglasses and ski goggles for bad weather.
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Power bank & cablePower bank and charging cable to keep devices operational in cold conditions.Recommended to keep devices operational in cold conditions.
safety
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Avalanche transceiver / beacon (ARTVA)Modern 3-antenna transceiver/beacon with fresh batteries.
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HelmetSki / mountaineering helmet.Personal helmet required (ski or ski mountaineering).
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ProbeAvalanche probe (240–300 cm).
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ShovelMetal avalanche shovel (no plastic models).
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Emergency bivyLightweight emergency bivy or thermal blanket for unexpected stops or emergencies.Guide carries an emergency bivy/thermal blanket.
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Navigation toolsMap, GPS device or smartphone app with offline maps and route information.Guide carries primary navigation tools (map/GPS/offline maps).
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WhistleEmergency whistle, often integrated into backpacks or chest straps.Recommended (often integrated into backpacks).
technical
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Climbing skinsSkins cut to size and in good condition, with reliable glue.
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PolesAdjustable ski poles for touring.
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Ski cramponsSki crampons compatible with your bindings, for hard or icy snow.
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Ski touring bootsSki touring boots compatible with bindings and crampons if needed.
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Ski touring skisTouring skis suitable for ski mountaineering, with touring bindings.
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Ski repair kitBasic 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).
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Boot cramponsCrampons compatible with your boots (if conditions require).Required only if conditions or itinerary demand it. Rental available on request.
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Ice axeLightweight ice axe for ski mountaineering (if conditions require).Required only if conditions or itinerary demand it. Rental available on request.
Prices
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1 Pax€380 per person per day
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2 Pax€215 per person per day
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3 Pax€150 per person per day
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4 Pax€120 per person per day
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5 Pax€105 per person per day
What’s included
Included
- UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide or aspirant guide for the full three days.
- Trip planning and day-to-day route choice around Passo del Tonale and the Adamello area, based on snow, weather and group level.
- Use of shared technical and safety gear where needed (rope, basic glacier or short roped sections, if included in the program).
- On-field tips and coaching on ski touring technique, safety and decision-making.
- Support with equipment checks, daily briefings and general logistics around Passo del Tonale.
Not included
- Personal ski touring equipment (skis, boots, skins, poles) and personal clothing.
- Avalanche safety kit (transceiver, shovel, probe) and its rental, unless explicitly arranged.
- 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.