First time doing ice climbing, I have to say it was a lot of fun. The day was great and so was the Climb! Very convenient location for this beginners friendly activity. If you’re lucky enough, Sam will be your climb master. Go out there and have fun. ✌?
Ice Climbing Initiation for Groups
Ice Climbing for Beginners
Located directly beside Tremblant Resort
Push Your Limits
Why Choose this Course?
Ice climbing in Mont Tremblant is the perfect way to spend time outdoors and try something new and exciting. No experience required for this unique winter activity and our expert guides will make sure everyone feels confident and comfortable and has a great time. NOTE: Participants must bring their own ski boots.
Highlights
Climbing on a frozen waterfall right on the ski hill
No climbing experience is necessary, for beginners
Learn safety protocol, belay techniques and basic ice climbing techniques
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Trip Details
Course Details
Price
- Adult/Youth (8 yrs+), min. 2 – $69
Rates do not include taxes or mandatory resort royalty of 3% and are subject to change.
Departure time
- 9:30
- 13:00
We strongly recommend taking the 13:00 departure on very cold days.
Meeting point
Situated less than a 2-hour drive from Montreal and Ottawa.
Duration
2-3 hours
Group size
Minimum 12 participants.
Participation Requirements
- 8 years minimum.
- Groups: minimum 12 participants.
- Max 250 lbs (113 kg).
- Waist: 58-107 cm (23-42 in)
- Thigh: 43-71 cm (17-28 in)
- Children under 13 must be accompanied by a person 13 yrs + (participant or not).
- Pregnant women cannot participate.
- You must bring your own downhill ski boots.
- Our base is at the Tremblant ski resort. We are situated less than a 2-hour drive from Montreal and Ottawa.
Included
- Helmet and harness
- Ropes
- Ice axes and Crampons
Not included
- Alpine Ski boots
- Lunch/snacks
What to bring
- Please dress appropriately for ice climbing. Ask if you are unsure or see our What to wear section
- YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN DOWNHILL SKI BOOTS.
About your guide
1 certified guide
Good to know
- 8 years minimum.
- Groups: minimum 12 participants.
- Max 250 lbs (113 kg).
- Children under 13 must be accompanied by a person 13 years + (participant or not).
- Pregnant women cannot participate.
What You’ll Do
Our instructors will teach you the safety protocol, belay techniques and basic ice climbing technique. This Ice Climbing Mont-Tremblant – Initiation course is designed for beginners and no climbing experience is necessary!
During our 3 hour initiation, everyone will climb the ice face several times, perfecting the technique as we go. When we reach the top, we’ll be treated to spectacular views over the village and Lake Tremblant.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, we offer almost exclusively beginner courses.
It takes place at Tremblant Resort, just a short walk from The Tremblant Activity Centre on a frozen waterfall.
As soon as you decide you want to come, the earlier the better. Reservations should be made a few days in advance.
Ice climbing is low intensity when you are belaying (supporting the climber), to high intensity when it’s your turn to climb. So you will need to dress in layers.
Wear snow pants because you will be in contact with the ice face. Occasionally there is water on the ice. The use of gaiters or old snow pants is recommended since you wear crampons for ice climbing which can tear pant ankles if you are not careful. You need to bring alpine ski boots if you don’t have any you will need to arrange rentals in advance. These can be rented at boutiques here in Tremblant but keep in mind that line-ups can be long, so plan accordingly. We provide un-insulated helmets. Tuques can be worn underneath. Please don’t wear a tuque with a huge pom-pom. It is recommended to bring sunglasses or goggles. Did we mention that YOU NEED TO BRING ALPINE SKI BOOTS?
See our What to Wear page for details.
Remember we lose a lot of body heat from our heads. It’s important to wear something on your head, like a tuque (that’s what Canadians call a knit or insulated cap!)
No, the climbing site is on private property, and for insurance reasons you must climb with a guide.
Yes, you can easily access the site to watch and photograph.
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See What Previous Guests Have Said...
This was our first time Ice Climbing, and we loved it! Célian our guide, was wonderful. He was patient and made sure we had a great time. We felt safe at all time. (…) I would recommend it to anyone who likes outdoor activities. No Climbing experience necessary
It was an amazing experience. So unique and individual (…) The staff were lovely and very willing to have a laugh with you. (…) Highly recommend if you love doing things you can’t normally do at home!
