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Classic Wapta Traverse OR Wapta Blitz Traverse

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Wapta Blitz Traverse 

 

Dates:

 

11th - 13th March 2023

April Private group trips available, please inquire if interested.

 

The Course:

 

The Wapta Blitz is a 3 day get er done style Wapta Traverse, for the get er done riders out there. The first night will be spent at the Balfour hut which is tucked underneath the monarch of the ice fields Mt Balfour, traveling up to Bow hut for lunch and onwards. The second day you will traverse to the Scott Duncan hut and along the way, weather permitting, an attempt on Balfour will be made. Day three will be spent skiing back to the road. This style of trip is well suited for intermediate-strong back country skiers and riders who have some touring experience.

 

A detailed course package will be emailed 3 days prior to course commencement.

 

If you are unsure if the Wapta Blitz Traverse is for you please feel free to contact the AAA office at info@alpineairadventures.com.

 

 

 

Classic Wapta Traverse

 

Dates:

 

11th - 14th March 2023

April Private group trips available, please inquire if interested.

 

The Course:

 

The Classic Wapta from Bow Lake to the Great Divide Lodge over 4 days and 3 nights. The first night will be spent at the Bow Hut in the beautiful Bow Glacier Cirque with many peaks to climb and ski. Day 2 will be spent traversing to the Balfour Hut climbing a peak or two along the way. On day 3 the crux of the traverse is tackled, up and over the Balfour High Col. If weather cooperates an attempt on Mt Balfour (3285m) will be made then on to the Scott Duncan Hut for our final night out. On day 4 one of two exit options will be skied, the scenic Bath Glacier or the Sherbrooke Lake exit.

 

A detailed course package will be emailed 3 days prior to course commencement.

 

If you are unsure if the Classic Wapta is for you please feel free to contact the AAA office at info@alpineairadventures.com

 

*If you have an exceptional experience and would like to leave a tip for your guide, 10-15% is a customary amount. You can pay with cash or contact the AAA office directly to arrange.

 

$999.00 – $1,299.00

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Certified Mountain Guide
  • Permits
  • Huts
  • Catered food for the traverse, lunch on day 1 till lunch on day 4

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Pre / post accommodations
  • Transportation

GEAR LIST

    • Skis, 160 - 185cm mid-fat to fat ski with rocker tip for powder and spring snow
    • Splitboard
    • Climbing skins
    • Ski Poles/ split boarders too
    • Ski boots / snowboard boots
    • Avalanche beacon with fresh batteries
    • Snow shovel
    • Avalanche probe
    • Daypack, 35-45 L
    • Sunglasses and ski goggles
    • water bottle
    • Sun block & lip cream
    • Pocket knife
    • Headlamp with fresh batteries
    • Small Blister & 1st-Aid Kit
    • -7 sleeping bag, if staying in hut or hostel
    • Camera
    • Personal Toilet Items
    • If tour is glaciated:
    • Lightweight climbing harness for glacier travel,
    • 3 locking carabiners, 2 non locking carabiners
    • 2 4-6 m long 6mm cord, 1 sewn sling
    Clothing List:
    • Polypro underwear (top & bottom)
    • Warm pants (nylon blend, insulated or fleece)
    • Warm shirts (not cotton)
    • Medium weight fleece sweater
    • Fleece Jacket
    • Light insulated jacket or vest
    • Waterproof jacket with hood (Gore-Tex or nylon)
    • Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or nylon, with side zippers)
    • Socks x 2
    • Wool or fleece hat
    • Waterproof ski gloves or mitts
    • Neck tube / balaclava
    • Sunhat
    • Casual clothing to wear in the hut, t-shirt
    • Hut shoes / sandals / booties

  • Certified Mountain Guide
  • Permits
  • Huts
  • Catered food for the traverse, lunch on day 1 till lunch on day 4

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