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Ama Dablam Rapid Ascent
Oct 31, 2018 - Nov 13, 2018 (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 15, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018 (more dates)sold
The famed Huayhuash of the Cordillera Blanca is a stunning trek at high altitude. Trekking with Alpenglow Expeditions in Peru…
AIARE 1 Avalanche Course
This is a comprehensive, entry level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski / snowboard touring experience. There are…
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Backcountry Tours
Dec 16, 2017 - May 31, 2018 (more dates)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
Dec 16, 2017 - Apr 30, 2018 (more dates)New half day option accessing the Tram Ridge zone. Ski and ride outside the ski area boundaries of Lake Tahoe’s premier resort…
Wilderness First Aid & CPR
Jun 30, 2018 - Jul 01, 2018 (more dates)Spend time in the backcountry climbing, skiing or hiking? Then you need to take this course to be prepared for unexpected…
High Sierra Alpine Climbing
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 31, 2018 (more dates)Customized climbing adventures allow you to name the dates and location of your day of climbing in the High Sierra. The High…
Private Half Day of Rock Climbing
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 31, 2018 (more dates)Call or email to schedule your half day out! A private half day allows you to name the goals and dates for your…
Private Full Day of Rock Climbing
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 31, 2018 (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…
Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing
May 05, 2018 - (more dates)Learn the basics of rock movement, belaying and the importance of good communication. All while enjoying the weather and views…
Private AIARE 1 Course
Feb 23, 2018 - Feb 25, 2018 (more dates)This is a comprehensive, entry level avalanche course designed for those with basic ski / snowboard touring experience. There are…
Lovers Leap Rock Climbing
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 01, 2018 (more dates)$595 pricing is good for up to two people! Located along the South Fork of the American river, the towering…
AIARE Avalanche Rescue
All new for 2017/18! This one day course is designed to keep backcountry travelers up to date on best practices…
Castle Peak Summit hike
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 01, 2018 (more dates)Perched on the Sierra Crest north of Donner Pass, Castle Peak commands attention and can be seen from most of…
Ecuador Climbing School
Jun 02, 2018 - Jun 10, 2018 (more dates)Extension available for 18,714' Antisana and 20,564' Chimborazo for just $1500! See itinerary for details. Join us at our Ecuador…
Peru Climbing School
May 30, 2018 - Jun 13, 2018 (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
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 01, 2018 (more dates)Full day options are available! Enjoy spending time with family or friends on the beautiful granite cliffs of…
Learn to Lead
May 27, 2018 - (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 17, 2018 - Nov 25, 2018 (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
Learn the fundamentals of traveling safely and efficiently in the backcountry. This trip prepares you for the more advanced Truckee…
AIARE 2 Avalanche Course
All new for the 2017/18 winter season! Historically the Level 2 Avalanche Course has been the entry level professional course…
Mera Peak Ski Expedition
Oct 15, 2018 - Nov 04, 2018 (more dates)Experience the Himalaya on skis, the ultimate way to experience this mountain range. Learn high altitude climbing and skiing skills…
Private Ski Guiding
Dec 15, 2017 - Apr 29, 2018 (more dates)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
Jan 01, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018 (more dates)Surrounded by 14,000' peaks and stunning backdrops, the backcountry touring in the High Sierra is some of the finest in…
Mount Everest North Side Rapid Ascent Expedition
Summit the world's tallest peak from the North Side - without the crowds or the risk of the South Side…
Rock Anchoring
May 06, 2018 - (more dates)Become familiar with protection used in rock climbing. Learn equalization principals along with anchoring and rope management.
Self Rescue for Rock Climbers
May 13, 2018 - (more dates)This course includes technical systems review, including belaying off the anchor, belay escapes and rope ascending and descending.
Intro to Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing
Jun 01, 2018 - Oct 01, 2018 (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 15, 2018 - Nov 13, 2018 (more dates)Ama Dablam is an ideal stepping stone to more independent expeditions on big Himalayan peaks. You'll climb the route of…
Snowshoe Tours
Jan 01, 2018 - Apr 30, 2018 (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
This is a great way to spend your day off! Come explore the Tahoe region, and let us show you…
Truckee Skyline Traverse
A must do tour for any California backcountry skier, this ski day follows the legendary and beautiful sierra crest from…
Custom Climbing School
Jan 01, 2017 - Dec 31, 2017 (more dates)Teaching mountain skills is what Adrian Ballinger founded Alpenglow Expeditions on. Call or email to start planning your customized climbing…
Custom Trek
Jan 01, 2017 - Dec 31, 2017 (more dates)Customized treks allow you to name the dates and location anywhere in the world. Give us a call to start…
Custom Ski Trip
Dec 01, 2017 - Apr 30, 2018 (more dates)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 01, 2018 - Jul 15, 2018 (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 23, 2018 - Jan 05, 2019 (more dates)Aconcagua, 22,841 feet (6,962 meters), is famous for many reasons. It is the tallest peak in the Western hemisphere and…
Cotopaxi Rapid Ascent
Jun 20, 2018 - Jun 24, 2018 (more dates)Five days is all you need! Enjoy an incredible view from the summit of Cotopaxi, the world’s highest active volcano, after…
Climb Pisco and Chopicalqui
Jun 13, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018 (more dates)Build basic high altitude mountaineering skills. Become familiar with expedition living, carrying a pack on crevassed terrain, and camping at…
Custom Sierra Adventure
Jan 01, 2017 - Dec 31, 2017 (more dates)Customized Sierra adventures allow you to name the dates and location of your climbing or skiing adventure in the Sierra Nevada…
Cho Oyu Rapid Ascent
Sep 04, 2018 - Oct 01, 2018 (more dates)Climb Cho Oyu - At 26,906' /8201m, Cho Oyu is the sixth tallest mountain in the world and one of…
Climb Mount Elbrus
Jul 28, 2018 - Aug 10, 2018 (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 15, 2018 - Jul 29, 2018 (more dates)Ideal for experienced technical climbers who excel at altitude. Small team size and low climber to guide ratio (2:1). Climb with…
Climb Makalu Rapid Ascent
Helicopter flights from Kathmandu to Makalu Base Camp allow us immediate access to climbing Makalu. Oxygen use above 23,000 feet…
Ecuador Ring of Fire Ski Expedition
Jun 09, 2018 - Jun 19, 2018 (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
This course is designed to take backcountry skiers beyond simple ski tours, and into the big mountains of the world.
Everest Base Camp Trek
Oct 15, 2018 - Nov 03, 2018 (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
Feb 03, 2018 - Feb 10, 2018 (more dates)Experience glaciers, mountains, glacier lakes, and flora and fauna that exist nowhere else on earth. Alpenglow uses an extensive lodge…
Custom Climb
Jan 01, 2017 - Dec 31, 2017 (more dates)Creating custom expeditions to any peak in the world is part of our DNA. Every year we put together countless…
Climb Kilimanjaro
Jun 10, 2018 - Jun 18, 2018 (more dates)Extend your adventure to include the extraordinary Safari for just $1500. The combination of Alpenglow's internationally certified guides and the premier…
Climb Pequeño Alpamayo, Huayna Potosi & Illimani
Jul 28, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 (more dates)Add a 5 day extension to climb 21,122' Illimani! Explore the Andean highlands and La Paz for two full days.…