Guide de haute montagne

A "Guide de haute montagne" is a specialized professional who leads and assists climbers and trekkers in high-altitude, challenging mountain environments. They possess expert knowledge of glacier travel, rock and ice climbing, navigation, weather assessment, and safety procedures. Their role involves planning routes, managing risks, and ensuring the safety of their clients amid complex terrain and rapidly changing conditions. These guides are highly trained and experienced, often holding certifications, and they play a crucial role in making high mountain adventures safer and more accessible for enthusiasts of varying skill levels.