Marco Zaninetti
About Marco
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Grew up where the Pò valley meets the first mountains, my passion about mountaineering, climbing and skiing increased as my age, until I decided to turn it into a profession! I'm also a professional heli-rescuer in Aosta. I can offer a wide knowledge about many mountain ranges around the Alps, both summer, winter and spring time, and most of the 4000er of the Alps have almost no more secrets to me. With more than 20 years of experience as a Mountain Guide I'm here to share it with you on the most famous mountains of the Alps (plus some hidden gems too) and help you to fulfil your mountain dreams
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Tours by Marco
Ski Touring in San Bernardo Valley
Thanks to its unique location, the Gran St. Bernardo Valley often enjoys excellent snow conditions. Many ski tours are already possible in winter, and with the arrival of spring, even more opportunities open up, both in this valley and the adjacent Valpelline. The area offers several pleasant accommo-dation options, and the small ski station of Crevacol allows for some elevation gain savings on certain tours. It is also a great alternative for bad-weather days, offering tree skiing in its renowned fo-rests. If strong Foehn winds are blowing, crossing the Great St. Bernard Tunnel often leads to calmer conditions and more exciting ski touring options. During the stay, there will certainly be an opportunity to visit the famous Gran St. Bernardo Hospi-ce, founded over a thousand years ago and a true symbol of the region
Matterhorn & Dent d'Herens Haute Route
The Valpelline Valley is one of the most untouched and wild valleys in the Aosta region. Unlike many others, it has preserved its pristine beauty, offering an authentic mountain experience. Its northern slopes are characterized by remote valleys, perfect for ski touring, with several high passes leading into Swiss glacier terrain. This continuous crossing between valleys and glaciers creates an exciting ski mountaineering itinerary, out of the radars, gradually bringing us closer to the majestic Dent d’Hérens and the Matterhorn, allowing us to ski beneath their towering presence.
Gran Paradiso ski tour
A 5-day tour through wild valleys to discover Gran Paradiso in its winter guise. Five days of classic ski touring, traversing long valleys where you can carve endless turns, tackling alpine sections, experiencing solitary bivouacs, and reaching a 4000-meter peak.
offpiste-heliskiing in Monte Rosa
Off-piste skiing days in the Monterosaski area: with the help of ski lifts and short climbs using skins, we will reach the breathtaking descents that have made these valleys famous worldwide. Routes of all difficulty levels are available, catering to a wide range of enthusiasts, from beginners to experts. Monte Rosa is also one of the regions in the Aosta Valley where heli-skiing is possible. Between late winter and early spring, when the snowpack becomes substantial, the Rosa glaciers turn into a true paradise for passionate skiers. Hidden valleys and steep couloirs among its folds offer thrilling runs and unforgettable experiences, even for the most demanding skiers.
Sailing and ski touring over the Polar Circus - From april 24th to may 01st 2026
Ski touring among the northern mountains with the constant presence of the sea is a truly unique experience; even more so when you reach the base of these mountains by boat. Our week in the Norwegian fjords is two adventures in one: sailing through the fjords and life on board combined with top-tier ski touring excursions. Aboard a comfortable catamaran, we will travel between the fjords and islands north of Tromsø, approaching the routes that inspire us the most. After thrilling descents, we will return to share life on board—enjoying fish soups, sailing, cod fishing, and occasionally a much-needed sauna. With a bit of luck, we might even witness the breathtaking phenomenon of the Northern Lights!
Contact Marco
Contact me about tours and adventures!