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Glacier Travel & Crevasse Rescue
Jul 05, 2020 - (more dates)In this course you'll learn the basics of glacier travel and crevasse rescue. Take this course in Lake Tahoe, California…
Intro to Mountaineering
Jul 04, 2020 - (more dates)Learn the skills necessary to begin taking the first steps towards the high peak of your dreams. This course can…
Lhakpa Ri Rapid Ascent™
May 02, 2021 - May 17, 2021 (more dates)Climb Lhakpa Ri in 16 days with Alpenglow Expeditions Rapid Ascent™. This is a fantastic opportunity to test your skills…
Mount Elbrus Rapid Ascent™
Aug 07, 2021 - Aug 12, 2021 (more dates)Climb Mount Elbrus in six days with Alpenglow's cutting edge Rapid Ascent™ style. Pre-acclimatize for 4 weeks at home and…
Single Run through Tram Ridge Backcountry
Dec 06, 2020 - (more dates)Ski and ride outside the ski area boundaries of Lake Tahoe’s premier resort with Alpenglow’s AMGA certified guides. Riding the…
Shirley Canyon Snowshoe Tours
Dec 06, 2020 - (more dates)Join a group snowshoe tour on Saturday and Sunday mornings at 10:30am! In this 4-hour tour, a professional guide will…
Chile Backcountry Ski Adventure
Sep 13, 2020 - Sep 20, 2020 (more dates)The perfect next step for backcountry ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Touring the volcanic peaks of southern Chile provides a fun…
Women's Intro to Backcountry Skiing
This women's intro to backcountry skiing & riding clinic introduces the tools and techniques that you'll need to venture into…
Intro to Splitboarding
Dec 04, 2020 - (more dates)Learn the fundamentals of traveling safely and efficiently in the backcountry on a splitboard. This course will be led by…
Women's Intro to Splitboarding
Hosted by Iris Lazzareschi, this intro to splitboarding clinic introduces the tools and techniques that you'll need to venture into…
Ojos del Salado Rapid Ascent™
Jan 15, 2021 - Jan 23, 2021 (more dates)Climb the world's highest volcano in just 9 days! Enjoy intimate knowledge of the Andes Mountains, while being lead by Alpenglow mountain…
Full Day Kids Rock Climbing Camp
Summer vacation is upon us- how are you going to get your kids outside so they can expend some of…
Half Day Kids Rock Climbing Camp
Jul 05, 2020 - (more dates)This summer, how are you going to get your kids outside so they can expend some of their energy in…
Ama Dablam Rapid Ascent™
Oct 26, 2020 - Nov 08, 2020 (more dates)By utilizing Hypoxico tents for 1 month prior to departure (this is required & the tent rental fee is included…
Cordillera Huayhuash Trek
Jun 12, 2021 - Jun 26, 2021 (more dates)The famed Huayhuash of the Cordillera Blanca is a stunning trek at high altitude. Trekking with Alpenglow Expeditions in Peru…
AIARE 1 Avalanche Course
Nov 27, 2020 - Nov 29, 2020 (more dates)This is a comprehensive, entry-level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski/snowboard touring experience. There are no other prerequisites,…
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Backcountry Tours
Ski and ride outside the ski area boundaries of Lake Tahoe’s premier resort with Alpenglow’s AMGA certified guides. Riding the…
Half Day Squaw Valley Backcountry Tour
New half day option accessing the Tram Ridge zone. Ski and ride outside the ski area boundaries of Lake Tahoe’s premier resort…
High Sierra Alpine Climbing
The High Sierra, known as the range of light, has many 14,000' peaks and stunning backdrops as Ansel Adams showed us in…
Private Half Day of Rock Climbing
A private half day allows you to name the goals and dates for your day of climbing at Donner Summit. Choose a morning…
Private Full Day of Rock Climbing
A private full day of rock climbing with Alpenglow allows you to name the dates and location for your day with one of…
Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing
Jul 04, 2020 - (more dates)Learn the basics of rock climbing movement, belaying and the importance of good communication. All while enjoying the weather and…
Private AIARE 1 Course
This is a comprehensive, entry level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski / snowboard touring experience. There are…
Lovers Leap Rock Climbing
$595 pricing is good for up to two people! Located along the South Fork of the American river, the towering cliffs…
AIARE Avalanche Rescue
- (more dates)UPDATE: In light of community health advisories from various government agencies, Alpenglow Expeditions is pausing all Tahoe programs through the end of…
Castle Peak Summit hike
Perched on the Sierra Crest north of Donner Pass, Castle Peak commands attention and can be seen from most of…
Ecuador Climbing School
Sep 05, 2020 - Sep 13, 2020 (more dates)Extension available for 19,347' Cotopaxi and 20,564' Chimborazo for just $1500! See itinerary for details. Join our Ecuador Climbing School…
Peru Climbing School
Jun 18, 2021 - Jul 02, 2021 (more dates)Progressively learn mountaineering skills. Explore Huaraz, the mountaineering capital of South America. Small team size and low ratio of climbers…
Half Day Family Rock Climbing
Full day options are available! Enjoy spending time with family or friends on the beautiful granite cliffs of Lake Tahoe.…
Learn to Lead Climb
Jul 12, 2020 - (more dates)Learning to safely lead climb is a milestone as a climber, and doing so with the instruction of a professional…
Volcanoes of Mexico Climbing School
Nov 21, 2020 - Nov 29, 2020 (more dates)Attain the basic skills of mountaineering with a focus on safety and education in just one week. The volcanoes climbed on this…
Intro to Backcountry Skiing
Dec 04, 2020 - (more dates)UPDATE: We are closed for intro to backcountry courses for the remainder of the 2020 ski season. Now taking reservations for…
AIARE 2 Avalanche Course
Dec 18, 2020 - Dec 20, 2020 (more dates)UPDATE: In light of community health advisories from various government agencies, Alpenglow Expeditions is pausing all Tahoe programs through the end of…
Mera Peak Ski Expedition
Experience the Himalaya on skis, the ultimate way to experience this mountain range. Learn high altitude climbing and skiing skills…
Private Ski Guiding
Private ski guiding allows you to customize your day for up to 4 skiers and riders. Most interested in backcountry education?…
High Sierra Backcountry Tours
UPDATE: We are still on hold for any guiding operations in the High Sierra. As soon as we have clearance…
Mount Everest North Side Rapid Ascent™ Expedition
Apr 25, 2021 - May 29, 2021 (more dates)Summit the world's tallest peak from the North Side - without the crowds or the risk of the South Side…
Rock Anchoring & Gear Placement
Jul 11, 2020 - (more dates)Become familiar with protection used in rock climbing. Learn equalization principals along with anchoring and rope management.
Self Rescue for Rock Climbers
Jul 04, 2020 - (more dates)You're experienced, but what do you do when your leader falls and can't get down on her own? This course…
Intro to Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing
A private multi-pitch climbing course with Alpenglow allows you to pick the date for your day with one of our AMGA certified rock guides. Call…
Ama Dablam
Oct 10, 2020 - Nov 08, 2020 (more dates)This expedition includes an experienced Western guide. Ama Dablam is an ideal stepping stone to more independent expeditions on big…
Private Snowshoe Tours
Dec 01, 2019 - Apr 30, 2020 (more dates)Snowshoe in beautiful Lake Tahoe with Alpenglow! Our snowshoe tours are led by qualified guides who are able to show…
Lake Tahoe Ski Tour
Nov 29, 2020 - (more dates)Both skiers and splitboarders are welcome in this course. Learn the fundamentals of traveling safely and efficiently in the backcountry.…
Truckee Skyline Traverse
UPDATE: We're open for late season ski touring on Donner Summit! Please call the office to make a reservation (877-873-5376)…
Custom Climbing School
Teaching mountain skills is what Adrian Ballinger founded Alpenglow Expeditions on. Call or email to start planning your customized climbing…
Custom Trek
Customized treks allow you to name the dates and location anywhere in the world. Give us a call to start…
Custom Ski Trip
Customized ski trips allow you to name the dates and location anywhere in the world. Give us a call to start…
Alpamayo and Quitaraju Expedition
Jul 03, 2021 - Jul 17, 2021 (more dates)Alpamayo (19,512 feet/5,947 meters) is the gem of the Cordillera Blanca in Peru. Ever since it was first climbed in…
Aconcagua Rapid Ascent™
Dec 26, 2020 - Jan 08, 2021 (more dates)Aconcagua is the tallest mountain in the Western hemisphere, topping out at 22,841 feet (6,962 meters). This prominent peak translates…
Cotopaxi Rapid Ascent™
Nov 25, 2020 - Nov 29, 2020 (more dates)Climb a 19,000' mountain in just five days! On this trip, you will be able to fly from home and…
Climb Pisco and Chopicalqui
Jun 15, 2021 - Jul 02, 2021 (more dates)Build basic high altitude mountaineering skills. Become familiar with expedition living, carrying a pack on crevassed terrain, and camping at…
Cho Oyu Rapid Ascent™
Sep 06, 2020 - Oct 03, 2020 (more dates)Climb Cho Oyu in Rapid Ascent™ style- At 26,906' /8201m, Cho Oyu is the sixth tallest mountain in the world…
Climb Mount Elbrus
Jul 24, 2021 - Aug 06, 2021 (more dates)Climb Mount Elbrus, Europe’s Seven Summit and explore St. Petersburg and Moscow. For proficient backcountry skiers, there is the possibility…
Climb Artesonraju
Jul 18, 2021 - Jul 31, 2021 (more dates)Ideal for experienced technical climbers who excel at altitude. Small team size and low climber to guide ratio (2:1). Climb with…
Ecuador Ring of Fire Ski Expedition
Dec 05, 2020 - Dec 15, 2020 (more dates)Ski two of Ecuador’s biggest peaks, including Cotopaxi the world’s tallest active volcano. Learn high altitude climbing and skiing skills…
Introduction to Ski Mountaineering
UPDATE: We are open for late season ski operations on Donner Summit! Private reservations are available through June 13. Please…
Everest Base Camp Trek
Oct 10, 2020 - Oct 29, 2020 (more dates)Trek to Everest Base Camp and gain unparalleled perspectives while trekking alongside Sherpa, guides, and climbers who are continuing on…
Torres del Paine Trek
Experience glaciers, mountains, glacial lakes, and flora and fauna that exist nowhere else on earth. Alpenglow uses an extensive lodge…
Custom Climb
Creating custom expeditions to any peak in the world is part of our DNA. Every year we put together countless…
Climb Kilimanjaro
Dec 05, 2020 - Dec 13, 2020 (more dates)Extend your adventure to include the extraordinary Safari for just $2,200. The combination of Alpenglow's internationally certified guides and the premier…
Climb Pequeño Alpamayo, Huayna Potosi & Illimani
Jul 24, 2021 - Aug 08, 2021 (more dates)Spend two days exploring the vast Andean highlands and the bustling city of La Paz, then an additional two days…