Climbing Tour Reeti
At 2757m, Reeti is far shy of the higher mountains of the Bernese Alps. However, this lesser-known peak provides an excellent, scenic adventure and offers some of the best views of the Bernese 4000ers out there. A full traverse of this mini alpine ridge, including Esel, Simeli and Reeti is all in all a very rewarding climb. Our mountain guide will tell you lots of exciting things about the Grindelwald Valley and its history along the way.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Sporty
- Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
- Technique: 2. climbing difficulty / T6
Private Tour
| 1-2 people | CHF 900 |
| 3 people | CHF 330 per person |
Day 1: Climbing Tour Esel-Simeli-Reeti
We continue along the ridge which leads to the Simelihorn: the final section here involves some proper climbing. The mountain guide will lead you calmly and safely to the summit. Wow - what a view you have from up here! The 4000m peaks of the Jungfrau Region stand at parade rest. After a quick pause, we continue along the conecting ridge to Reeti. A few more tricky climbing passages and it's done. Now we can take well-deserved rest. Once sufficiently refreshed, we may start our descent to the idylic Fernandeshittli, built in memory of an English painter. Here we join the hiking trail and follow it back west to Bussalp. At the Bussalp mountain restaurant we may grab a cold drink and let our gaze wander over the skyline we have just covered. This long and interesting day comes to an end with a bus ride to Grindelwald.
- Approach: 2 hours
- Climbing time: 3-4 hours
- Descent: 1-2 hours
| Season | June - October |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 8:00am bottom gondola station First, Grindelwald |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
Backpack
- 20-25l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Gloves
- Beanie or headband
Footwear
- Crampon proof mountaineering boots or hiking boots
The basics
- Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
- Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
- Thermos flask, drink bottle
- GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
- Camera and binoculars (optional)
Technical Equipment
- Harness
- Helmet
- Hiking poles (optional)
General Information for Mountaineering School
Our team is here for you. If you have any questions, please contact us or visit us in our shop in Grindelwald. We are happy to help!
OUTDOOR - Mountaineering School Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103
3818 Grindelwald
Switzerland
Trip status for group courses
1-2 days before your tour or course we will review the weather forecast and conditions with the mountain guide to determine if we can operate. We will contact you by phone with an update.
Minimum of participants (group tours)
As soon as the minimum number of participants is reached, we will send you a confirmation by email.
Cancellation
If we have to cancel your tour, you have the option to reschedule to a new date, or you will receive a full refund.
Equipment
Please refer to the equipment list for your tour or course. At our shop in Grindelwald, you can purchase technical equipment, mountain clothing, shoes, and backpacks. We also have technical equipment available for rent.
Clothing
Choose functional clothing that is moisture-wicking and quick-drying. Dress in layers so you can easily react to temperature changes. The range at our shop in Grindelwald is tailored to mountain tours and our expert staff are happy to advise you on the best clothing for your tour or course.
Lunch
Lunch is not included in the offer. We recommend bringing bars, dried fruits, nuts, or a sandwich. The amount you will need to drink depends on your individual needs and the length of the tour. We recommend .75 -1.5 liters of water, warm tea, isotonic drinks, or whatever you prefer. We also recommend that you hydrate enough the day before, so your body is well prepared for the tour.
Huts
A mountain hut is not a hotel. Running water is not guaranteed and electricity is not available everywhere, so it is not always possible to charge batteries or phones. If you have special dietary needs, please inform us in advance so we can make arrangements with the hut.
Safety
Our tours and courses are led by IVBV certified mountain guides or mountain guide aspirants. We prioritise your safety by requiring regular training to ensure our guides have relevant, up to date knowledge. Outdoor is certified by the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention (BFU) and our safety and emergency concepts are audited by this organization annually.
General terms of contract
Our General Terms and Conditions apply.