Rock, Iron and Ice: 5 Days Traverse of The Adamello Massif.

!The famous Adamello High Route n1!

Group meeting location is Cedegolo. View it here.

Starting DATE and TIME can be adjusted to your group needs, send us a message!

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of the Rhaetian Alps
• Challenge yourself on a 5-day trek along the Adamello High Route
• Camp or stay in high-altitude mountain huts and enjoy the alpine atmosphere
• Observe unique biological adaptations and geological features
• Enjoy the support of a certified mountain leader throughout the trek

This five-day expedition traverses the Alta Via dell'Adamello n.1, a premier high-altitude route across the granitic heart of the Rhaetian Alps. Designed as a semi-autonomous trek, this itinerary demands physical endurance and technical focus as we navigate glacial moraines and rugged periglacial landscapes. Our logistics are built around a "hybrid" wilderness model: we camp in the immediate proximity of high-altitude mountain huts (rifugi). This allows you to experience the raw beauty of the Adamello Massif while maintaining access to the huts as essential bases for dinner, fresh water, and emergency shelter. For those who prefer a lighter pack, the huts also offer the option to upgrade to a bed indoors. It is an authentic mountain odyssey requiring a high level of preparedness for shifting alpine weather and the physical rigors of one of Italy’s most prestigious high routes.

What's included?

• Certified Leadership: An English-speaking, local Mountain Leader (UIMLA) dedicated to your group 24/7 for the full 5 days.
• Emergency Safety: Peace of mind with satellite messaging and GPS tracking for emergency communication in remote areas.
• Technical Briefing: A private pre-trip consultation to refine your gear list, coordinate logistics, and provide a strategic overview of the itinerary.
• Expert Planning: Comprehensive organization of the traverse, including all necessary hut reservations and logistical coordination.
• Navigation & Guidance: Access to our carefully curated GPX tracks and expert route knowledge.
• Preparation Guides: Upon registration, you’ll receive a professional kit list and a guide to backcountry nutrition and high-altitude supplies.

What’s not included:

• Hut Accommodation & Meals: If you choose to stay indoors, budget approximately €60 per night for half-board (dinner, bed in a shared room, and breakfast).
• Guide’s Expenses: A total of approximately €240 to be split among the participants. This covers the guide's food and lodging; however, this cost may be lower as our guides often prefer to camp outdoors when weather conditions permit.
• Transportation: Travel to the meeting point at the start of the trek and the bus/train from the finish line back to Cedegolo (approx. €10).
• Trail Food: Packed lunches, energy snacks, and electrolytes for the 5-day duration.
  

Useful Information

• Difficulty: Challenging.
• Length: 40 km (25 mi).
• Elevation Gain: 3050 m (10000 ft).
• Duration: 5 days.
• Recommended Equipment: We take equipment seriously. Once you've joined the team, we will provide a comprehensive gear list and review/personal consultation to optimize your pack weight and safety.
  
• Terrain: Technical alpine trails, boulder fields, and high-altitude passes.

Participants must be capable of sustaining significant physical effort over consecutive days in a remote, high-altitude environment. You should be comfortable moving across uneven, technical ground and be prepared for the mental and physical rigors of a self-sufficient traverse.

To ensure the safety and cohesion of the group, all participants are required to have a consultation with the lead guide after booking. This technical briefing serves to confirm your experience level, review the detailed itinerary, and finalize your specific gear requirements.

Wild Camping vs. Mountain Huts: The primary logistical framework is built around alpine camping, allowing participants to remain fully integrated with the environment. However, for those seeking additional recovery infrastructure or a lighter pack, overnight stays in historic mountain huts (rifugi) are available as an optional upgrade.

Hut Management: Your guide will manage all hut reservations for you.

Hut Payment: You will pay the rifugio directly upon arrival. The estimated cost for half-board (dinner, breakfast, and overnight stay) is approximately 60€ per person/night.
Important: You must bring sufficient cash for these payments, as electronic payment systems are often unavailable at high altitudes.

The Weight Factor: We strongly recommend the mountain hut upgrade for anyone who does not own high-quality, ultralight camping gear. Carrying a heavy, non-technical backpack (exceeding 15kg) across 3,000+ meters of gain will significantly compromise your safety and the group's pace. Your guide is available for a full consultation before the trip to help you perfection your gear list.