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MOUNTAINEERING MAGIC

THE WAPTA

This is a three day classic alpine mountaineering trip that offers varied terrain, panoramic mountain views and the opportunity to climb several peaks of the Wapta Icefields.  
LEVEL:  Introduction, no experience required
COST:  $150.00/person/day, plus GST.
Includes guiding service and technical equipment.
Minimum (3) participants
DAY 1:  Drive to Petyto Lake.
Travel Peyto Glacier to hut at 2720m /8300ft
En-route, learn basic glacier travel/rope handling techniques.
Distance -14km. (8mi), Travel Time 5-7 hrs.
DAY 2:  Depart Peyto Hut, Climb Mt. Rhondda-3000m/10,000ft.
Distance - 10 km/6mi, return., Time 5-7 hrs. 
DAY 3:  Depart Peyto Hut, travel across Wapta Glacier to Bow Hut
Descend to Icefield Parkway. Distance 14km/8mi. 
YOU BRING:  A detailed equipment list will be provided to confirmed bookings. 
FOOD:  Self-catered or Catered @ $35.00/person/day. 
FEES:  Alpine Club of Canada Huts provide accommodation
Hut fees are $25.00/prson/night.
National Park Permit Fees are:$7.00/person/day. 
 

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