Show A superb route to the summit of North America's highest peak and one of the Seven Summits. The price difference offered refers to the Guide Ratio. The higher priced departures are for trips with a guide to client ratio of 1:2 with a maximum of 6 clients. At 6194m, Denali is the highest peak in the majestic Alaskan range of North America. Its huge 6000m bulk rises dramatically from the surrounding plains, adding to its Himalayan stature. Due to its very northerly position this is the coldest mountain outside of Antarctica, and so will give rise to the feeling of acclimatising on a 7000m peak. Climbing on Denali offers excellent experience for those wishing to step up to 8000m peaks in the future. In return for this challenge, the surroundings are spectacular and the terrain typical of what you would expect of Alaska; an ethereal land on the edge of the Arctic Circle. This is an isolated and committing mountain, giving one a sense of real adventure. The expedition is fully guided in conjunction with our authorised Alaskan partners and follows Denali’s West Buttress. This is a popular route, yet still offers a challenging ascent of 40-50 degree snow slopes and an impressive ice headwall. You should be confident on Scottish II snow and ice with experience of crevasse rescue. It is important to book early on these expeditions, normally at least six months in advance. No Sherpa or porter support is available on these trips. Success is therefore dependent on expedition members having a good level of fitness and the ability to carry reasonable loads each day on the mountain. Guides ratioBookable dates are all for teams of 6 clients and 3 guides giving greater flexibility and support. Dates & PricesShow prices in GBP EUR USD All prices in Euros are guide rates, not live rates All prices in US Dollars are guide rates, not live rates Availability
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Can beginners climb Denali?Regardless of where you gain the expedition-type of experience necessary to succeed in the Alaska Range, Denali should not be your first multi-day winter climbing experience. A great way to prep for some of the skills needed for a Denali climb is Aconcagua in the Argentine Andes and the highest peak in South America.
How hard is it to climb Mckinley?A successful climb requires a lot of waiting for the right window. But reach the top and you have claimed one of the most difficult of the famed Seven Summits and the mountain with the greatest vertical relief on the planet, rising 18,000 feet (5,486 meters) from its base.
Can a normal person climb Denali?The average individual success rate on Denali is 53% overall and 59% in guided groups other than AAI. The Institute's success rate for individuals for the last twelve years is 77%, and for expeditions it is 85%.
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