Ice Climbing Lapland
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What sets Ice Climbing Lapland apart?
Ice Climbing Lapland is born in 2022.
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Our philosophy is rooted in sharing, exploration, and a profound commitment to safety and environmental protection
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- Qualified guide: Our certified, experienced, and passionate guide ensure your safety and enhance your experience
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- Eco-friendly adventures: Experience the beauty of nature while minimizing our environmental impact
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- Safety first: Our rigorous safety procedures and high-quality equipment guarantee a secure adventure
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- Breathtaking scenery: Discover stunning ice formations and pristine winter landscapes
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Your guide Thomas
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Thomas is a IFMGA certified mountain guide based in Lapland since 2018, offers over 30 years of passion for climbing, skiing, and adventure.
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With 18 years of professional guiding experience, he is renowned for his patience, punctuality, expertise, respect, and technical skills
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With an intimate knowledge of Lapland's nature, Thomas offers unparalleled experiences for climbers hikers and skiers seeking adventure in this stunning region.
Profile
Education
1998: Bachelor’s degree in Physics and glaciology, Joseph Fourrier University, Grenoble
2003: National rope access work certification
2006: Aspirant guide certification, Skiing and Mountaineering National School , Chamonix
2009: IFMGA mountain guide full certification , Skiing and Mountaineering National School , Chamonix
2016: International diver certification level 3, autonomous 60 m
Professional Experience
IFMGA certified mountain guide
Canyon guide
Dive guide level 3 FFESSM
2007: member of the Bureau des guides de La Grave, guidelagrave.com, La Grave, France
2012 - 2014: Watch guide in charge of monitoring the risk of avalanche in the high mountain area of La Grave / Vallons de la Meije/ La-grave.com
2013 - 2016: President of the Bureau des guides de La Grave association
2016 - 2018: Canyon guide in the Pyrénées Orientales ( France ) in parallel with my high mountains activities
2019: Musher in Finnish Lapland in parallel with my high mountain activities
2022 : Beggening and developping Ice Climbing Lapaland
I moved to Finnish Lapland in 2018, a place that became my base camp.
Languages spoken English / French