France
A small yet perfectly-formed company for anyone interesting in mountaineering in the French Alps. They offer a wide number of courses to suit everyone from absolute beginners to experts. Bloody good at what they do, and a terrific laugh too.
90 Via d'Aoste, Chamonix Sud
www.icicleUK.com
+33 (0) 67 55 621 55
Based in Argentiere, a stone's throw from the Grand Montets, McNab provides accommodation, various levels of coaching and back country tours. The programme is run by qualified high mountain guide and pro freerider Neil McNab (he's also an ex British Snowboarding champion and ski racer!), and the chalet has a hot tub with a great view of the mountains.
Argentiere, Chamonix. Tel: 01546 830243 www.mcnab.co.uk
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