One-day ski touring taster in Sierra Nevada and Guadarrama

One-day ski touring taster in Sierra Nevada and Guadarrama

Discover ski touring on a practical one-day introduction. Learn about the equipment and practise basic uphill and downhill techniques away from the lifts, building on your existing alpine skiing skills.

Previous experience and personal equipment

• A complete ski-touring setup. Ask about special rental rates available through our partners.
• Basic parallel skiing on blue and red pistes.
• Normal fitness, such as taking part in sport occasionally.

Practical information

• Duration: one day.
• Season: the snow season, depending on conditions.
• Hours: 08:00–15:00.
• Locations: Sierra Nevada near Granada, Guadarrama near Madrid and the Pyrenees; ask about other Spanish areas.
• Dates: ask for dates and availability.
• Places: contact us for current availability.

Included

• Qualified mountain guide.
• Public liability insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• A photographic record of the course.
• Safety equipment for practical exercises.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the ski touring taster?

It lasts one day. For broader training aimed at preparing your own outings, see the Level 1 ski touring course.

Do I need to ski already and have touring equipment?

Basic parallel turns on blue and red pistes and a complete touring setup are required. If you need equipment, enquire about rental options before booking.

Ask about dates and availability for this course.