McNab Alpine. Trekking and Mountaineering in the alps
McNab's is a small specialised company that have been running the very best in alpine activities for over 8 years. Our treks and trips vary from the supported Tour du Mont Blanc to the extreme mountaineering on the summit of Mont Blanc.
Keeping it small means we all work closely together to give you the best hands on experience. We run everything from our own chalet in Argentiere, work with a great team of guides (all UIAGM/IFMGA qualified) and love what we're doing. So let us help you make your alpine experience the best.
The chalet is available for bed and breakfast throughout the summer.
Personalised trekking and mountaineering trips can also be arranged.
2008 - Details in brief
Mont Blanc Ascents The irresistable challenge; the awe inspiring Mont Blanc. Six days of mountaineering, small groups, 4 days 1:4 guide ratio, 2 days 1:2.
Start dates: 12th, 19th, and 26th June, 3rd, 10th 17th, and 24th July, 28th August and 4th September 2008.
Tour du Mont Blanc A 9 day circular trek circumnavigating the Mont Blanc massif. The McNab Alpine Tour du Mont Blanc offers you the comforts of hotel accommodation and vehicle support to take your backpack from one place to the next, allowing you to concentrate on your walking and the views.
Start dates: 10th July and 20th August. Max.group size: 8
Haute Route Trek Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn. A spectacular 11 day trek from Chamonix to Zermatt.
For the keen trekker who appreciates the rewards of a demanding trek in spectacular scenery.
Start dates: 14th July and 21st August. Max.group size: 8
Walking weeks Six days of walks in and around the Chamonix valley and adjoining countries of Italy and Switzerland.
This is the perfect holiday for regular hikers who wish to experience walking in the beauty and diversity of the alps under the supervision of a qualified and highly experienced alpine walking guide. It has the added benefit of knowing you'll be returning to the comforts of the chalet, afternoon tea and sumptuous dinner. Not forgetting a quick dip in the hot tub to relax those aching muscles.
Start dates: 21st June and 24th August. Max.group size: 8
Three Peaks, Three Countries - Grand Paradiso Three ascents in France, Italy and Switzerland. For all levels of mountaineers looking for challenge and diversity. The final peak is Italy's highest peak, the Grand Paradiso (4061m)
Start dates: 28th June and 19th July. Max.group size: 8
Bed and breakfast accommodation is also available in our chalet throughout the summer season.
Availability for 2008
Our promise
Your booking is guaranteed
We do not take a booking unless we are going to run the trip, so you don't have to worry about waiting to see if the trip you'd like to go on is going to run!
No hidden costs
We do not have any hidden costs. We include all the forseen costs we can in your trip so you do not have extra to pay once you are here, and when we can we include full board. On the other hand we do not include costs that you may not need to pay, ie lifts, (you may not use) equipment (you may have your own), and flights and transfers (you may be arriving by car).
Individuals and Groups
We are happy to take individual or group bookings on any of our trips. We provide a discount for groups of 4 or more and can arrange exclusive treks/trips should the organised dates not suit. For further information contact us.
Chamonix
Chamonix has always been a favourite destination for the alpine enthusiast and with its huge variety of trails, treks and climbs in and around the valley, the Chamonix valley and surrounding alps have something to suit every level of alpinist.
Levels of difficulty
Treks
Although both treks and mountaineering holidays can be physically demanding our treks do not make use of any mountaineering equipment (unless roping up is required). The routes are a lower altitude to the mountaineering routes, do not cross the snow line and do not involve crossing glaciers. All of our treks are lead by qualified European Mountain Leaders.
Treks do vary in length, terrain and height gain, therefore to give you an idea about how our different treks compare we have given them a rating out of five which indicates how demanding the trek is.
Mountaineering
In comparison to our trekking holidays our mountaineering trips do involve the use of mountaineering techniques and technical equipment (often these are taught during the trip). Routes are generally higher, often above the snow line and will involve crossing glaciers. These trips are lead by UIAGM/IFMGA High Mountain Guides.
Levels of Difficulty
In order to compare our different mountaineering holidays we have awarded each trip a rating out of five for technical difficulty and a rating out of five for how physically demanding the trip is.
Our Accommodation
All our courses and treks are run from our chalet in Argentiere in the Chamonix valley. Our Chalet sits at the end of a quiet lane backing onto woodland. It has spectacular views of Mont Blanc and its massif. A wonderfully welcoming and comfortable chalet, guestes are treated to a hearty cooked breakfast, afternoon tea and exceptional 3 course meals. Further details.
Bed and Breakfast/Self catered
If you are looking for somewhere to stay in the Chamonix valley, our chalet is also open for bed and breakfast (with the option of dinner) from May 1st to July 31st and August 21st to October 30th 2008. The chalet is available on a self catered basis during the period; 2nd August to 19th August. further info