International Climbs & Expeditions

Our international division, International Alpine Guides, provides mountain climbing and rock climbing expeditions designed to show you the finest international mountaineering experience possible. Our international mountain guides are highly trained professionals with many years of mountain guiding and mountaineering experience as well as certification through the American Mountain Guides Association. Going with a certified and highly trained American mountain guide can add to the enjoyment and safety of your international climbing experience.

Mexico
Ecuador
Peru
Aconcagua
Bolivia
European Alps

Our itineraries are flexible to allow plenty of time to experience each country's culture while still focusing on our mountaineering goals to maximize success rates. We keep our group sizes small to enhance your enjoyment and success rate.

Whenever possible we provide private in-country transportation to ease the movement of gear and people. Our accommodation choices are among the best available with your comfort and enjoyment in mind and our American mountain guides are well versed in the particulars of each country.

For alpine climbing & mountaineering in California check out our Alpine Climbing / Mountaineering page.

Mexico
We specialize in Mexico climbing and mountaineering & are one of the most experienced American guide companies for Pico de Orizaba. From the high Mexican volcanoes such as Orizaba to Portrero Chico rock climbing and climbing Picacho del Diablo in the wilds of Baja California, we can guide you through the best climbing Mexico has to offer.

Mexico Volcanoes
Pico de Orizaba (18,700ft), Iztaccihuatl (17,332 ft)
9 days - November 2008 & January 2009
Climb Pico de Orizaba, North America's third highest mountain. A great introduction to high altitude mountain climbing while exploring Central Mexico and experiencing Mexican culture and history while climbing Mexico's highest peak.
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Mexico Volcanoes - Orizaba Express
Pico de Orizaba (18,700ft)
6 days - November 2008 & January 2009
For those with limited time we attempt the summit of Pico de Orizaba in the least amount of time while safely acclimating. Climb Orizaba with only one week away from work.
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Rock Climbing in El Potrero Chico
Mexico
6 days - January 2009
Sport climbing in the ultimate winter rock climbing location. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Mexico while rock climbing spectacular multi-pitch sport climbs on beautiful limestone.
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Baja mountain climbing adventure - Picacho del Diablo
Picacho del Diablo, 10,167ft
Adobe Guadalupe Winery & Inn, Ensenada, Mexico
5 days - April 2009
An adventurous mountain climb of Baja's elusive highest peak - Picacho del Diablo. Also included is a stay at a beautiful Mexican winery & Inn. Explore the wilds of the Baja backcountry in style.
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South America

Ecuador - High Altitude Climbing Adventure
Chimborazo 20,702 ft, Cotopaxi 19,347 ft
12 days - December 2008
Climbing Chimborazo and Cotopaxi can be the experience of a lifetime. Experience the beautiful high peaks and culture of Ecuador. South American high altitude mountaineering at it's finest.
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Aconcagua Expedition
Argentina, 22,841 ft
21 days - February 2009
Join us on a climb of Aconcagua, the Southern and Western Hemisphere's highest peak and one of the seven summits.

Peru, Cordillera Blanca - High Altitude Expedition
Tocclaraju, 19,790 ft, Ishinca 18,142 ft
14 days - June 2008
Peru has some of the best and most accessable high altitude climbing on the planet. Join us in the famous Cordillera Blanca this year. A great next step for those climbers with some previous alpine and ice climbing experience.
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Bolivia - High Altitude Expedition
Illimani, 21,200 ft
Condorri 18,562 ft, Pequeno Alpamayo, 17,716 ft
19 days - August 2008
Bolivia has the same flavor of that other high-altitude mountaineering destination - Nepal. A rich blend of native culture and an excellent introduction into high altitude climbing make this a favorite expedition.
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Europe

The Alps- The Grand Trilogy
Mont Blanc (15,774 ft)
The Matterhorn (14,693 ft)
The Eiger (14,600 ft)
12 days - July 2008
A classic trilogy up three fabled peaks: Mont Blanc, The Matterhorn via the Horni Ridge and The Eiger via the Mittellegi Ridge. A truly spectacular alpine climbing adventure of a lifetime for any climber.
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From Ecuador volcano climbing, to Bolivia climbing expeditions, to Mexico Potrero Chico rock climbing & Pico de Orizaba climbs & beyond we are commited to providing you a rewarding international mountaineering and climbing experience.

We have found international climbing with a professional mountain guide can be the experience of a lifetime. Come join us!

Custom International Climbing Trips
From private guiding to groups, allow us to arrange a custom international climbing trip for you in select countries.