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Avalanche 1 Refresher
Jan 29, 2023 (more dates)This is a comprehensive, one-day avalanche course designed for those who have already taken an AIARE 1 course or equivalent…
South Lake Tahoe AIARE 2 Avalanche Course
Feb 06, 2023 - Feb 08, 2023 (more dates)Historically the Level 2 Avalanche Course has been the entry-level professional course for ski guides, patrollers and forecasters. In the…
South Lake Tahoe Backcountry 3.0
Feb 11, 2023 (more dates)sold
We are now offering South Lake based winter courses! The third part in our three-part Intro to Backcountry course series,…
South Lake Tahoe Backcountry 2.0
Feb 18, 2023 (more dates)We are now offering South Lake based winter courses! This is the second part in our three-part intro to backcountry…
South Lake Tahoe AIARE Avalanche Rescue
Mar 18, 2023 (more dates)This one day course in South Lake Tahoe is designed to keep backcountry travelers up to date on best practices…
Peak Lenin Rapid Ascent Expedition
Aug 06, 2023 - Aug 23, 2023 (more dates)Located in the Pamir Mountains of Kyrgyzstan, Peak Lenin towers at 23,400’, 7,134m. Our Peak Lenin Rapid Ascent expedition is…
Makalu Rapid Ascent™
Apr 23, 2023 - May 27, 2023 (more dates)high
Alpenglow Expeditions is excited to offer this expedition to Makalu (27,766’ / 8463m), the fifth tallest mountain in the world.…
Women's AIARE 2 Avalanche
Jan 20, 2023 - Jan 22, 2023 (more dates)The Level 2 Avalanche course is designed to meet the needs of advanced recreational students who are looking to advance…
Private Frog Lake Hut Tour
Come ski incredible and seldom accessed terrain with us on this epic 3-day, 2-night backcountry trip based at Frog Lake.…
AIARE 1 - 3 Day Avalanche Course
Mar 03, 2023 - Mar 05, 2023 (more dates)This is a comprehensive, entry-level avalanche course in North Lake Tahoe designed for those with basic ski/snowboard touring experience. It…
Vinson Massif Expedition
This unique expedition offers an incredible adventure to the remote interior of Antarctica to climb the tallest peak in Antarctica…
Carstensz Pyramid Expedition
2022 DATES TBD: Located on the remote Island of West Papua, the Carstenz Pyramid is a mesmerizing limestone peak that…
Denali Expedition
Inquire for Dates: As one of the renown "7-summits" and the tallest peak in North America, Denali (20,310'/6,190m) is a…
Frog Lake Ski Hut Tour
Come ski incredible and seldom accessed terrain with us on this epic 3-day, 2-night backcountry trip based at Frog Lake.…
AIARE 1 - Hut Based Avalanche Course
Mar 14, 2023 - Mar 16, 2023 (more dates)sold
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to complete your AIARE I Avalanche course in this fully immersive, 3-day, 2-night backcountry…
Women's Ecuador Climbing Expedition
Aug 05, 2023 - Aug 20, 2023 (more dates)Climb technical routes on the high peaks of Ecuador on this all-female expedition in Ecuador. This expedition is led by…
5-Day Mountaineering School
May 11, 2023 - May 15, 2023 (more dates)On the northeast side of Shasta is the Hotlum Glacier, the perfect training ground for those wanting to learn the…
3-Day West Face Ski Trip
Apr 21, 2023 - Apr 23, 2023 (more dates)Summit Mount Shasta and experience 4,000+ feet of incredible skiing on the massive West Face. This 3-day ski mountaineering trip…
3-Day West Face Climb
Apr 21, 2023 - Apr 23, 2023 (more dates)Climb Mount Shasta via the secluded West Face while learning important mountaineering skills. Spending 3 days on the peak is…
2-Day Avalanche Gulch Climb
May 13, 2023 - May 14, 2023 (more dates)This direct 2-day route is a rewarding and fast-paced option to summit Mount Shasta, the jewel of Northern California, at…
Teen Backcountry 3.0
May 01, 2021 - May 02, 2021 (more dates)The third part in our three-part Intro to Backcountry course series, this course is designed to be your child's formal…
Gasherbrum II Rapid Ascent™
Jun 24, 2023 - Jul 28, 2023 (more dates)Climb Gasherbrum II in Rapid Ascent™ style - At 26,362', 8,034m, Gasherbrum II is the 13th tallest mountain in the…
K2 & G2 Rapid Ascent™ Base Camp Trek
Jun 24, 2023 - Jul 09, 2023 (more dates)Trek through the storied Karakoram Mountain Range in northern Pakistan to the Base Camps of two of the worlds tallest…
Intermediate Backcountry Ski Tour
Feb 12, 2023 (more dates)sold
This expedition is for those who are looking to gain more experience in the backcountry, but already have the basics…
Teen AIARE 1 Avalanche Course
This is a comprehensive, entry-level avalanche course designed for teenagers (ages 13-18) with basic ski/snowboard touring experience. There are no…
Glacier Travel & Crevasse Rescue
Mar 12, 2023 (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
Mar 11, 2023 (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™
Apr 30, 2023 - May 15, 2023 (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 05, 2023 - Aug 10, 2023 (more dates)Climb Mount Elbrus in six days with Alpenglow's cutting-edge Rapid Ascent™ style. Pre-acclimatize for 4 weeks at home and arrive…
Single Run through Tram Ridge Backcountry
Feb 12, 2023 (more dates)sold
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
Feb 12, 2023 (more dates)Join a group snowshoe tour on Sunday mornings at 10:30am! In this 4-hour tour, a professional guide will lead you…
Women's Backcountry 1.0 & 2.0
Feb 11, 2023 - Feb 12, 2023 (more dates)sold
This women’s introduction to backcountry skiing and riding clinic is a two-day package consisting of our Backcountry 1.0 and 2.0…
AIARE 1 - 2 Day Hybrid Avalanche Course
Feb 07, 2023 - Feb 08, 2023 (more dates)This course will include online classroom learning and two full days in the field in North Lake Tahoe! Please read…
Ojos del Salado Rapid Ascent™
Jan 14, 2024 - Jan 22, 2024 (more dates)Climb the world's highest volcano in just 9 days! Enjoy intimate knowledge of the Andes Mountains, while being lead by an Alpenglow…
Kids Rock Climbing Camp
May 29, 2023 - Jun 02, 2023 (more dates)Our new 5-Day Kids Rock Climbing Camp is a great way to get your kids outside for a week of…
Ama Dablam Rapid Ascent™
Oct 23, 2023 - Nov 05, 2023 (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 10, 2023 - Jun 25, 2023 (more dates)The famed Huayhuash of the Cordillera Blanca is a stunning trek at high altitude. Trekking with Alpenglow Expeditions in Peru…
AIARE Avalanche Rescue
Feb 10, 2023 (more dates)This one day course is designed to keep backcountry travelers up to date on best practices and gear for avalanche…
AIARE 2 Avalanche Course
Feb 24, 2023 - Feb 26, 2023 (more dates)high
Historically the Level 2 Avalanche Course has been the entry-level professional course for ski guides, patrollers and forecasters. In the…
Backcountry 1.0
Feb 10, 2023 (more dates)This is the first part in our three-part intro to backcountry series. Please see Backcountry 2.0 and 3.0 for more…
South Lake Tahoe Backcountry 1.0
Feb 17, 2023 (more dates)Now offering South Lake based winter courses! This is the first part in our three-part intro to backcountry series. Please…
Backcountry 2.0
Feb 11, 2023 (more dates)sold
This is the second part in our three-part intro to backcountry series. Please see Backcountry 1.0 for an overview of…
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
May 15, 2023 - Nov 15, 2023 (more dates)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
May 15, 2023 - Nov 15, 2023 (more dates)A private full day of rock climbing with Alpenglow allows you to name the dates and location for your day with one of…
Private AIARE 1 Course
This is a comprehensive, entry level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski / snowboard touring experience. There are…
Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing
May 13, 2023 (more dates)Learn the basics of rock climbing movement, belaying and the importance of good communication. All while enjoying the weather and…
Lovers Leap Rock Climbing
May 15, 2023 - Nov 15, 2023 (more dates)Located along the South Fork of the American river, the towering cliffs of Lovers Leap have long drawn climbers to…
South Lake Tahoe AIARE 1: 2-Day Avalanche Course
Feb 20, 2023 - Feb 21, 2023 (more dates)high
This course will include online classroom learning and two full days in the field! Please read the overview and itinerary…
Backcountry 3.0
Feb 04, 2023 (more dates)sold
The third part in our three-part Intro to Backcountry course series, this course is designed to be your formal introduction…
Ecuador Climbing School
Feb 11, 2023 - Feb 19, 2023 (more dates)7 day extension available for 19,347' Cotopaxi and 20,564' Chimborazo for just $2200! See itinerary for details. Join our Ecuador…
Peru Climbing School
Jun 17, 2023 - Jul 01, 2023 (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
May 15, 2023 - Nov 15, 2023 (more dates)Full day options are available! Enjoy spending time with family or friends on the beautiful granite cliffs of Lake Tahoe.…
Learn to Lead Climb
May 13, 2023 (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
Dec 09, 2023 - Dec 17, 2023 (more dates)The volcanoes climbed on this trip are achievements in their own right, but also act as excellent preparation for intermediate…
Palisades Tahoe 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 Palisades Tahoe Backcountry Tour
Half day option accessing the Tram Ridge zone outside of the Broken Arrow terrain of Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort. Ski…
Chile Backcountry Ski Adventure
Sep 09, 2023 - Sep 16, 2023 (more dates)The perfect next step for backcountry ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Touring the volcanic peaks of southern Chile provides a fun…
Mera Peak Ski Expedition
Oct 07, 2023 - Oct 27, 2023 (more dates)Experience the Himalaya on skis, the ultimate way to experience this mountain range. Learn high altitude climbing and skiing skills…
Mount Everest North Side Rapid Ascent™ Expedition
Apr 30, 2023 - Jun 03, 2023 (more dates)high
Summit the world's tallest peak from the North Side - without the crowds or the risk of the South Side…
Rock Anchoring & Gear Placement
May 20, 2023 (more dates)Become familiar with equalization principles and protection used in rock climbing. Learn how to safely set up your own top-rope…
Self Rescue for Rock Climbers
May 13, 2023 (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
May 15, 2023 - Nov 15, 2023 (more dates)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 07, 2023 - Nov 05, 2023 (more dates)This expedition includes an experienced Western guide. Ama Dablam is an ideal stepping stone to more independent expeditions on big…
Private Ski Guiding
Private ski guiding allows you to customize your day for up to 5 skiers and riders. Most interested in backcountry…
High Sierra Backcountry Tours
Surrounded by 14,000' peaks and stunning backdrops, the backcountry touring in the High Sierra is some of the finest in…
Private Snowshoe Tours
Snowshoe in beautiful Lake Tahoe with Alpenglow! Our snowshoe tours are led by qualified guides who are able to show…
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…
Truckee Skyline Traverse
Please call the office to make a reservation (877-873-5376). A must-do tour for any California backcountry skier, this ski day…
Alpamayo and Quitaraju Expedition
Jul 01, 2023 - Jul 15, 2023 (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™
Jan 28, 2023 - Feb 10, 2023 (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™
Feb 08, 2023 - Feb 12, 2023 (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 13, 2023 - Jun 30, 2023 (more dates)Build basic high altitude mountaineering skills. Become familiar with expedition living, carrying a pack on crevassed terrain, and camping at…
Custom Ski Trip
Customized ski trips allow you to name the dates and location anywhere in the world. Give us a call to start…
Cho Oyu Rapid Ascent™
Sep 03, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023 (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
Unfortunately, we have cancelled our Elbrus 2022 season* Climb Mount Elbrus, Europe’s Seven Summit and explore St. Petersburg and Moscow.…
Climb Artesonraju
Jul 16, 2023 - Jul 29, 2023 (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
Nov 25, 2023 - Dec 03, 2023 (more dates)7 day extension available for 19,347' Cotopaxi and 20,564' Chimborazo for just $2200! See itinerary for details. Learn high altitude…
Everest Base Camp Trek
Apr 16, 2023 - May 05, 2023 (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
Jun 10, 2023 - Jun 18, 2023 (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 22, 2023 - Aug 06, 2023 (more dates)Spend two days exploring the vast Andean highlands and the bustling city of La Paz, then an additional two days…