Balaitus Ascent: Pyrenean 3,000m Challenge

Embark on a demanding 2-day ascent of Balaitus, the first 3,000-meter peak in the Pyrenees, a granite massif that stands as a true test for any mountaineer. Starting from the Respumoso refuge, you'll receive a concise climbing course before tackling the Latour glacier and its namesake breach, the most technical section. As Jon Krakauer might note, 'The mountains have a way of weeding out the unprepared.' This expedition, for up to six participants, offers a profound connection with the high-mountain environment, where the crisp air bites and the granite gleams under the sun. You'll learn essential rope techniques and glacier travel, crucial skills for navigating this formidable landscape. Choose to descend via the same route or the scenic Gran Diagonal, passing the Ibones de Arriel, a testament to the raw beauty of the Huescan Pyrenees.