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PRIVATE GUIDING IN ZERMATT

Discover The Mountains with a Private Local Guide

Explore more. Worry less. Our local guides create unforgettable days on the mountain with insider knowledge, seamless planning, and a focus on your experience.

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Ski Resort Guiding

Ski Zermatt like a local with a private ski guide. We take you straight to the best snow, runs and lunch spots.

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Private Ski Lessons

Build confidence faster with private ski lessons in Zermatt, tailored to your goals and ability. Expert local instructors guide every step.

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Off Piste Guiding

Discover the best off-piste skiing in Zermatt with experienced mountain guides. Explore safely and build confidence beyond the pistes.

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Snowboard Guiding

Ride Zermatt’s best slopes with private snowboard guiding and lessons. Local guides show you the mountain, safely and stress-free.

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Snowshoe & Winter Hiking

Explore Zermatt on guided snowshoeing and winter hiking tours. Our local guides lead you to peaceful landscapes and hidden winter trails.

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Hiking Guiding

Hike Zermatt’s most spectacular trails with a private local hiking guide who handles the routes, pace and planning.

Three mountain bikers smiling with their bikes on a gravel path above Zermatt with the Matterhorn sharp against a blue sky behind them

E-Mountain Bike Guiding

Go further on a guided e-mountain bike tour in Zermatt. We lead you along the most scenic routes, stress-free.

A guide in an orange jacket leading a client along a winding singletrack trail through a lush green alpine meadow above Zermatt in summer

Downhill MTB Guiding

Drop into the best downhill mountain biking in Zermatt with local guides who know every line. More riding, zero route-hunting.

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Sightseeing Guided Days

See the best of Zermatt and the Matterhorn on a private sightseeing tour. Our local guides create one seamless, unforgettable day.

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Family Activity Guiding

Family adventures in Zermatt made easy. Our local guides create fun mountain activities for every age and ability.

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SUMMER

PRIVATE GUIDING OPTIONS

Zermatt Guiding For Every Kind of Adventure

From your first day finding your feet on the slopes to skiing across the border into Italy, our private guiding in Zermatt spans ski guiding, off-piste days, private lessons, and summer hikes, each one led by a local mountain guide who shapes the day around your level, your goals, and the conditions on the mountain.

EXPLORE BY ACTIVITY

Four Signature Experiences for Every Activity

Choose an activity to see its four signature days.

Snowshoers crossing a snowy clearing towards the frozen Grünsee lake in the larch forest above Zermatt
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SNOWSHOE & HIKE

Snowshoe & Winter Hiking

Snowshoe from Riffelalp through quiet larch forest to the frozen Grünsee, a peaceful half day well away from the pistes.

✓  Forest trail to a frozen alpine lake
✓  Quiet route away from the ski area
✓  Snowshoes and poles provided

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Skiers following a Mountain Company guide down a wide sunlit piste towards Cervinia on the Italian side of the Zermatt ski area
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SKI GUIDING

Zermatt for Families

A guided ski day planned around the youngest skier, with lifts, lunch and logistics all handled by your guide.

✓  Pace set by the youngest skier
✓  Lifts, lunch and timings handled
✓  Ideal for mixed-ability families

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A family skiing together behind a Mountain Company guide on a gentle sunny piste above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the background
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SKI GUIDING

Ski to Italy

Ski over the Theodul Pass into Cervinia for long, quiet Italian pistes and a proper mountain lunch.

✓  Guided route over the border
✓  Long Italian pistes and mountain lunch

✓  Confident intermediate skiers and above

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A skier on the high glacier pistes at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, the highest skiable point in Europe, with Alpine peaks stretching into the distance above Zermatt
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SKI GUIDING

Top of Europe Views

Ski Europe's highest lift-served glacier at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, then cross to Gornergrat for the classic Matterhorn panorama.

✓  Europe's highest ski area at 3,883m
✓  Matterhorn and Monte Rosa views
✓  Confident intermediate skiers and above

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SKI GUIDING

First Day in Zermatt

The perfect first day for new visitors. Your guide explains the lifts, links the three ski areas and finds pistes to suit you.

✓  Resort orientation and lift guidance
✓  Terrain matched to your ability
✓  Local tips on lunch and routes

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A Mountain Company instructor coaching a nervous adult skier one to one on a quiet gentle piste above Zermatt
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SKI TEACHING

Family Adventure Day

A full day of private instruction for the whole family, technique in the morning and exploring the mountain after lunch.

✓  One instructor, whole family, all levels
✓  Technique in the morning, exploring after
✓  Lunch stop and timings arranged

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A Mountain Company instructor coaching a nervous adult skier one to one on a quiet gentle piste above Zermatt
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SKI TEACHING

Confidence for Nervous Skiers

A patient private lesson on quiet, gentle pistes, with no pressure and a focus on turning nerves into control.

✓  Quiet pistes, no rush, no pressure
✓  Technique that builds control and calm
✓  Ideal for returning or anxious skiers

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A Mountain Company ski instructor teaching a young child on a gentle snowy slope above Zermatt with the Matterhorn behind
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SKI TEACHING

Children's Private Ski Lesson

A private lesson built around your child, playful and safe, with goals they can reach and a smile at the end.

✓  One instructor, your child's pace
✓  Games and goals that build technique
✓  Instructor update after each lesson

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An advanced skier carving a clean turn on a wide groomed piste above Zermatt with a Mountain Company instructor watching
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SKI TEACHING

Learn to Carve

Coaching for strong skiers who want to ski better, focused on edge angle, pressure and timing for clean carved turns.

✓  Carving technique and edge control
✓  Video feedback on the mountain
✓  Strong intermediate and advanced skiers

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A skier throwing up powder on an untracked off piste slope in Zermatt with the Matterhorn rising behind
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SNOWBOARDING

Matterhorn Powder

A full day of freeriding with a guide who reads the conditions and finds the best untracked lines in Zermatt.

✓  Untracked terrain chosen for the day
✓  Avalanche safety kit provided
✓  Confident skiers comfortable off piste

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Two ski tourers on skins climbing a snowy ridge above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the distance
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SNOWBOARDING

Ski Touring Introduction

Your first day on skins. Learn the kit and the uphill technique, then a short tour above Zermatt with a descent you earned.

✓  Full introduction to kit and technique
✓  Short tour with a proper descent
✓  No touring experience needed

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A snowboarder riding a wide sunny piste towards Cervinia on the Italian side of the Zermatt ski area
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SNOWBOARDING

Italy on a Board

Ride over the border into Cervinia for long, wide, board-friendly pistes, no flat traverses and a proper Italian lunch.

✓  Guided route over the border
✓  Flat-free lines chosen for snowboarders
✓  Italian mountain lunch on the way

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A beginner snowboarder learning first turns with a Mountain Company instructor on a gentle slope above Zermatt
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SNOWBOARDING

First Snowboard Day

From standing to sliding in one day. Balance, edges and your first linked turns, with a real run by the afternoon.

✓  Private instruction from the first slide
✓  Balance, edges and first linked turns
✓  Complete beginners of any age

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A skiier riding an untracked off piste face below the Matterhorn near Schwarzsee above Zermatt
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OFF PISTE

Schwarzsee Off Piste

Ride open faces and natural gullies right under the Matterhorn, with your guide timing it for the best snow of the day.

✓  Off piste lines beneath the Matterhorn
✓  Terrain chosen to suit snowboarders
✓  Confident riders with off piste experience

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OFF PISTE

Off Piste Introduction

Your first steps beyond the piste markers. Safety kit explained, snow read together, and gentle terrain close to the lifts.

✓  Safety kit and avalanche basics explained
✓  Gentle terrain close to the lifts
✓  Confident piste skiers new to off piste

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A skier dropping into a wide untracked powder bowl above Gornergrat with the Monte Rosa massif behind
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OFF PISTE

Gornergrat Powder Bowl

Wide, open and often untracked bowls above Gornergrat, with Monte Rosa on the horizon and lifts close enough for another lap.

✓  Big open bowls facing Monte Rosa
✓  Line chosen for snow and safety
✓  Confident skiers with off piste experience

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A skier carving through deep powder on an untracked slope in Zermatt with the Matterhorn behind
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OFF PISTE

Zermatt's Best Powder Spots

A full day chasing the best snow across all three ski areas, with your guide moving you to wherever is skiing best.

✓  Best snow across all three areas
✓  Routes change with the conditions
✓  Confident skiers with off piste experience

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Winter walkers on a groomed snow trail at Riffelberg above Zermatt with the Matterhorn directly ahead
WINTER
SNOWSHOE & HIKE

Riffelberg Winter Walk

An easy winter walk on groomed trails above Riffelberg, with the Matterhorn straight ahead and a warm mountain lunch.

✓  Gentle groomed trails, no experience needed
✓  Matterhorn in view most of the way
✓  Mountain lunch and train tickets arranged

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Snowshoers walking through snow-covered larch forest towards the hamlet of Findeln above Zermatt with the Matterhorn behind
WINTER
SNOWSHOE & HIKE

Findeln Snowshoe and Fondue

Snowshoe through quiet larch forest to the old hamlet of Findeln, then a cheese fondue with the Matterhorn in the window.

✓  Gentle trail through forest and hamlet
✓  Cheese fondue with Matterhorn views
✓  Snowshoes and poles provided

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Snowshoers on a high open trail near Schwarzsee with the north face of the Matterhorn rising directly above them
WINTER
SNOWSHOE & HIKE

Schwarzsee Panorama Snowshoe

High, open snowshoe trails from Schwarzsee with the Matterhorn's north face above you and the whole valley below.

✓  Closest snowshoe trails to the Matterhorn
✓  Wide views over the Zermatt valley
✓  Snowshoes provided, moderate fitness needed

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Hikers on the trail below Gornergrat with the Matterhorn reflected in the still water of the Riffelsee
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HIKING

Gornergrat Half-Day Hike

Ride the train to Gornergrat, then hike down past the Riffelsee and its Matterhorn reflection to lunch at Riffelberg.

✓  Gornergrat panorama and Riffelsee reflection
✓  Mostly downhill, easy to moderate
✓  Half day, back for the afternoon

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Hikers beside the Stellisee on the Five Lakes trail above Zermatt with the Matterhorn reflected in the water
SUMMER
HIKING

Five Lakes Half-Day Hike

Zermatt's best-known hike, linking five mountain lakes and the classic Matterhorn reflection, finishing with lunch at Sunnegga.

✓  Five lakes and the Matterhorn reflection
✓  Easy to moderate, mostly downhill
✓  Half day, lunch at Sunnegga

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Hikers climbing the steep trail above the Trift gorge towards the Edelweiss restaurant with the Zermatt valley far below
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HIKING

The Edelweiss Ascent

A full day on foot from the village, climbing through the Trift gorge to the Edelweiss and on towards the Trift hut.

✓  Starts and ends on foot, no lifts
✓  Big climb with whole-valley views
✓  Full day for fit, regular hikers

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Hikers on the high alpine meadow of Höhbalmen with the Matterhorn and Zmutt glacier spread out in front of them
SUMMER
HIKING

Höhbalmen Route with Hut Lunch

One of the finest high-level walks in the Alps, over the Höhbalmen plateau facing the Matterhorn, with lunch at the Trift hut.

✓  Panoramic plateau facing the Matterhorn
✓  Hut lunch on the way round
✓  Long full day for experienced hikers

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E-mountain bikers on a gravel track below the north face of the Matterhorn near Stafelalp above Zermatt
SUMMER
E BIKE

Foot of the Matterhorn by E-Bike

Ride through Furi and Zmutt to Stafelalp, right beneath the Matterhorn's north face, then a long, flowing descent home.

✓  Up to the Matterhorn's north face
✓  Gravel roads and easy trails
✓  Half day, confident beginners and above

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E-mountain bikers climbing a gravel road towards Riffelberg above Zermatt with the Matterhorn ahead
SUMMER
E BIKE

Riffelberg E-Bike Climb and Descent

A big e-bike climb from Zermatt to Riffelberg at 2,582m, then a long, fast descent through the forest back to the village.

✓  Nearly 1,000m of e-bike assisted climbing
✓  Matterhorn views the whole way up
✓  Half to full day, confident riders

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E-mountain bikers riding a flat riverside track through the valley between Zermatt and Täsch on a summer day
SUMMER
E BIKE

Zermatt to Täsch Valley Ride

The gentle option. Follow the river down to Täsch on quiet tracks, then a relaxed ride back with the e-bike taking the strain.

✓  Flat, easy riding along the river
✓  Ideal first e-bike or family ride
✓  Half day, optional lunch in Täsch

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E-mountain bikers riding singletrack across high alpine meadows above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the distance
SUMMER
E BIKE

High Alpine E-Bike Adventure

A full day above the treeline on singletrack around Blauherd and Fluhalp, with a hut lunch and glacier views.

✓  High trails above 2,000m, glacier views
✓  Mix of gravel and easy singletrack
✓  Full day for fit, confident riders

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A mountain biker railing a berm on the flow trail below Sunnegga above Zermatt with the Matterhorn behind
SUMMER
DOWNHILL MTB

Sunnegga Flow Trail

Lift up, ride down, repeat. Berms and rollers on the Sunnegga flow trail, with coaching on line choice between laps.

✓  Lift-assisted laps, no climbing
✓  Berms and rollers on a flow trail
✓  Confident riders, full-face helmet recommended

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SUMMER
DOWNHILL MTB

Riffelberg Classic Descent

Train up to Riffelberg, then 900m of natural trail down through alpine slopes and larch forest. Roots, rocks and a lot of Matterhorn.

✓  Over 900m of descent, train-assisted
✓  Natural trail, open slopes and forest
✓  Experienced riders, full-face helmet recommended

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DOWNHILL MTB

Advanced Line Coaching

Half a day sessioning one trail with your guide, working on braking, line choice, drops and corners until it clicks.

✓  Sessioned riding with coaching between runs
✓  Drops, rock gardens and technical corners
✓  Experienced riders wanting to progress

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SUMMER
DOWNHILL MTB

Full Mountain Enduro Day

The big one. A full day linking Zermatt's best descents, lifts for the ups, a hut lunch and tired legs by the last run.

✓  Multiple descents linked across the resort
✓  Lifts for the climbs, hut lunch included
✓  Full day for fit, experienced riders

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Visitors on the viewing platform at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise with the Matterhorn and Alpine peaks under a clear summer sky
SUMMER
SIGHTSEEING

Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

Ride to Europe's highest lift station at 3,883m for a 360-degree view of 38 peaks, the glacier palace and summer snow.

✓  Europe's highest cable car station, 3,883m
✓  Viewing platform and glacier palace included
✓  Suits all ages, no walking required

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Visitors on the wooden walkway through the Gorner Gorge above the rushing glacial river near Zermatt
SUMMER
SIGHTSEEING

Gorner Gorge Walk

A short, dramatic walk along cliffside walkways above the roaring glacier river in the Gorner Gorge. Good on any day.

✓  Cliffside walkways above the glacier river
✓  Under an hour from the village
✓  Suits all ages, any weather

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The Gornergrat railway winding up above Zermatt with the Matterhorn and the Gorner glacier in the background
SUMMER
SIGHTSEEING

Gornergrat Scenic Train Day

Ride Europe's highest open-air cog railway to Gornergrat for the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and Gorner glacier panorama.

✓  Gornergrat panorama and the Gorner glacier
✓  Optional easy walk to the Riffelsee
✓  Suits all ages, train tickets arranged

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SUMMER
SIGHTSEEING

A Full Day in Zermatt

Gornergrat in the morning, a mountain lunch, a lake walk for the Matterhorn reflection and the old village to finish.

✓  Gornergrat, lake walk and old village
✓  Mountain lunch and all tickets arranged
✓  Suits all ages, pace set by you

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SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Family Wildlife Safari

A gentle family walk looking for marmots, chamois and ibex, with binoculars, stories and a picnic at the end.

✓  Spot marmots, chamois and ibex
✓  Easy trail, paced for young children
✓  Picnic stop and stories along the way

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Children playing at a mountain playground above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the background on a summer day
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Kids' Alpine Adventure Day

A short hike, a mountain playground, the Gornergrat train and a paddle in a lake, all in one day built for kids.

✓  Hike, playground, train and lake
✓  Everything paced and planned for children
✓  Lunch, tickets and logistics handled

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A family with young children walking a themed discovery trail above Zermatt with the Matterhorn in the distance
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Zermatt Discovery Trail

An easy themed trail for curious children, with puzzle stations, animal tracks and a playground with a view at the end.

✓  Themed trail with stations and stories
✓  Short and flat, from around age four
✓  Finishes at a playground with views

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A family enjoying a picnic on the alpine meadow at Riffelberg with the Matterhorn directly in front of them
SUMMER
FAMILY ACTIVITY

Riffelberg Family Picnic

A slow, easy day at Riffelberg, gentle meadow trails and a picnic with the Matterhorn straight ahead. Your guide brings the food.

✓  Picnic with a full Matterhorn view
✓  Gentle meadow trails, suits all ages
✓  Picnic and train tickets arranged

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GUEST EXPERIENCES

Trusted By Guests From Around The World

From the USA and Europe to the Middle East and beyond, our guests return year after year for seamless family ski holidays, unforgettable alpine adventures, and fully tailored stays in Zermatt. With local expertise, personal planning, and genuine care throughout every trip.

MEET THE TEAM

Local Experts Who Live The Mountains

Saartje, ski guide at The Mountain Company, smiling in front of the Matterhorn in Zermatt

Saartje de Deckere

Jacob Wells, founder of The Mountain Company, smiling in front of the Matterhorn in Zermatt

Jacob Wells

Mountain Company guide giving a thumbs up in front of the Matterhorn on a sunny day in Zermatt

Matthew Grundy

Sam Warren, ski instructor at The Mountain Company in Zermatt

Sam Warren

Corinne Buff, ski instructor at The Mountain Company in Zermatt

Corinne Buff

Dāvis, ski guide at The Mountain Company, smiling in a ski gondola

Dāvis Vaivods

Mountain Company guide gesturing towards the Matterhorn in branded orange jacket on a bluebird day in Zermatt

Richard McCarroll

Daniel, ski guide at The Mountain Company, smiling in front of the Matterhorn in Zermatt

Dan O’Dor

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WHY THE MOUNTAIN COMPANY

Private Guiding. Personal Service. Unforgettable Mountain Days.

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LOCAL EXPERTS

Our guides live here, work here, and know these mountains like no one else

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SAFETY FIRST

Your Safety is our priority. We are certified

and mountain safety trained.

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TAILORED TO YOU

Every day is designed around your goals, ability, and interests

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MEMORIES THAT LAST

We don't just show you the mountains, we help you create memories to remember

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