Off piste and freeride
Based in the Chamonix valley I offer off piste ski guiding throughout the winter. Chamonix has some of the best lift accessible terrain in the world. This makes it an incredible freeride playground. The famous Aiguille du midi cable car takes you up to an altitude of 3800m. From the top there is only off piste adventure to return back down to the valley base. All the skiing from here is on glacier and skiing with a guide is highly recommended unless you are a competent with glacial saftey, crevasse rescue and avalanche awareness. The Vallee Blanche is the very famous decent which delivers 2000m of vertical descent over 20km. It should not be thought of one run, but a valley full of runs. There are many variations, covering every angle. The scenery is outstanding and it is an unforgettable experience.
Grands montets and the aiguille rouges offer many great lines and couloirs with a short skin opening up endless options.
Vallee Blanche
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Ski from the summit of the Aiguille du Midi 3842 m. The scenery is amazing ! At your feet, the famous snow arete, then THE descent ... 23 km and 2,000 vertical meters to be enjoyed along the slopes of this mythical glacier.
The Vallee Blanche is a wild ski run that will take you deep into the Mont Blanc range. The variety of the scenery and sheer size and length makes this run a very unique experience. In a magical world, where you ski between seracs and crevasses, before a lunch break at the Refuge du Requin or a picnic on the mountainside. This high altitude route follows glacier off-piste and ungroomed terrain, therefore requiring extreme caution. At the bottom of the Mer de Glace, a 20 minute walk (with your skis attached to your backpack) is necessary to reach either the Montenvers train or the Mottets hut before heading to Chamonix either by train or by skis. ​
There are many variants and depending on your skill level and the current conditions your guide will make the best choice for you.
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Ratio : up to 1:6
Pricing : from €400
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Off Piste adventure and day tours
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I have been skiing in Chamonix for 10 years and know the valley very well. As I am based here throughout the winter skiing most days, I am up to date with conditions and know where to find the best snow. I can help you find some great powder and take you to the best parts of the mountain.
Whether you want to ski some mellow powder on beautiful hidden slopes, or tackle steep couloirs I can help you find and guide you through your perfect adventure.
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Ratio: up to 1:6
Pricing : From €400
JOHN MCCUNE MOUNTAIN GUIDE


Ski Touring
Ski touring opens up the mountain playground far beyond the limitations of cable cars and ski resorts. SIngle day ski tours can involve a journey, or a summit and an exciting descent. There is much reward in earning your turns. Escape the crowds, find beautiful pristine snow, and look back at the slope and admire your lines.
Multi day ski tours are a wonderful adventures crossing many mountains, staying high in remote mountain huts in the wildness of the winter alpine landscape.
There are many tours to choose from depending on your preference and level of ability.
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These are a few examples of some classic Multi-day ski tours I have organised and guided.
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Ratio: up to 1:6
Pricing: These tours depend on the size of your group, and what huts we will use. Please get in touch to discuss the options and price.
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The Haute Route
The Chamonix to Zermatt classic is world famous for good reason. This makes a high level traverse over the glaciers and peaks just north of the main Alpine crest and covers some spectacular terrain. It is justifiably popular. For more solitude and adventure this tour can be done late February or early March before the huts open carrying food and staying in winter huts. 7 days.
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The Gran Paradiso Haute Route
A splendid traverse taking in the cols at the heads of the Valgrisenche, Val di Rhemes and Valsavaranche. Excellent touring terrain with friendly Italian huts and beautiful ski peaks like Punta Galisia. The Grand prize of the tour is skiing Gran Paradiso, 4061m. The highest mountain in Italy. 6 days
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Silvretta Ski tour
The Silvretta is a beautiful 6 day ski tour in the Austrian alps. It combines great ski terrain for a wide range of skill levels with fun, relaxed huts. Starting in Ishgl and finishing in Galtur the tour follows the peaks that line the Swiss Austrian border. Many peaks can be summited throughout the week with the stunning Piz Buin (3312m) being A high pointe and a great summit.
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