Kim Ladiges
About Kim
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Kim grew up in Tasmania where he began tramping and climbing. During a six month trip to the Alps he became hooked on alpine climbing. All thoughts of a normal life dashed, Kim spent the next ten years climbing around the world, pioneering first ascents in Nepal, Alaska, Patagonia and Canada as well as climbing many famous routes in the European Alps. Notable ascents include the first ascent of Pilgrim, one of New Zealand’s most difficult alpine routes, Second ascent of the Boardman- Tasker ridge on Changabang India,The North Face of Cholatse in Nepal, Cerro Torre and Fitzroy in Patagonia. Kim has worked as a guide and instructor for 18 years. He has worked with diverse groups including youth, film crews, professional athletes, special forces as well as teaching at university in Australia. He specializes in guiding technical and challenging routes as well as instruction. He is passionate about helping others develop their knowledge and skills and is responsive to the specific needs of each individual he works with.
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Tours by Kim
Climbing The Grand Capucin
The Grand Capucin is one of the finest rock towers in the alps. Nestled among the giants of the Mont Blanc Massif it offers incredible rock quality, an amazing summit and spectacular views. We have two route possibilities either the classic ‘Swiss Route’, 14 pitch 6b or the harder but absolutely incredible Echoes D’alpages 7a 15 pitches. Both routes offer amazing quality climbing.
Climb the Aiguille du Peigne
The Aiguille du Peigne is an incredibly striking peak in the chain of towers known as the Chamonix ‘Aiguilles’. Climbing the Aiguille du Peigne is an amazing day trip from Chamonix that includes scrambling, some moderate rock climbing, a ridge traverse and a wild summit. Participants should have a good level of fitness, experience scrambling and hiking and some experience rock climbing and rappelling. For those who have no experience rock climbing we can add a half day of rock climbing training.
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