Climbing Trips

From Mount Shasta to Kilimanjaro, our mountain-climbing adventures are truly peak experiences!

From Mount Shasta to Kilimanjaro, our mountain-climbing adventures are truly peak experiences! Led by experienced guides, some include basic mountaineering instruction for beginners, while others are designed for those who already have some alpine skill.

Africa Trips

Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Extension

Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Extension

  • Days: 9
  • Price: $4,399
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 5
  • Activity: Climbing, Safari

A challenging and rewarding 6-day non-technical trek, our route gives you the best chance of summiting Kilimanjaro—the roof of Africa. Complete your Tanzania adventure with a safari add-on! Highlights include wildlife viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and more.View Slideshow

North America Trips

Catskills Ice Climbing

Catskills Ice Climbing

  • Days: 3
  • Price: $695
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Ice Climbing

New for 2012! New York State is home to some of the best ice climbing on the east coast, and our guides know all the spots; they literally wrote the book on it. The winter conditions create world-class ice routes on some of the most gorgeous iconic waterfalls of the Catskills.

Joshua Tree Backcountry Climbing

Joshua Tree Backcountry Climbing

  • Days: 3
  • Price: $595
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Backpacking, Rock Climbing

Marvel at the exposed granite monoliths and rugged mountains of twisted rock in the surreal Joshua Tree backcountry, then rope up and climb them! This one-of-a-kind backcountry climbing getaway in Joshua Tree National Park is as unique and inspiring as the landscape itself.

Mt. Shasta Climb

Mt. Shasta Climb

  • Days: 3
  • Price: $595
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 5
  • Activity: Mountaineering

At 14,162 feet, Mt. Shasta is the second highest volcanic peak in the lower 48 states. REI Adventures features two routes, each one during the appropriate season, in order to accommodate climbers' goals and schedules.

Mount Washington Winter Climb

Mount Washington Winter Climb

  • Days: 2 or 3
  • Price: $460
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 4
  • Activity: Winter Mountaineering

REI Adventures is proud to offer this challenging winter ascent of New Hampshire's legendary peak! At 6,288ft, Mt. Washington is the highest peak in the White Mountains and home to the planet's most severe weather, retaining the world record for wind speed. Join our world class mountaineering guides on this extraordinary winter adventure!! View Slideshow

Rock Climbing the Gunks

Rock Climbing the Gunks

  • Days: 3
  • Price: $595
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Rock Climbing

New for 2012! New York's "Gunks" are one of North America's world-class rock climbing destinations. Located only 90 miles from the heart of the big city, this is a legendary climbing getaway. Our three-day rock climbing program is well suited for beginners and intermediate climbers alike.

Rock Climbing North Carolina

Rock Climbing North Carolina

  • Days: 3
  • Price: $380
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Rock Climbing

On this introductory course we spend time at two climbing areas in Pisgah National Forest learning rope handling, knots and belaying as well as lots of practice on the rock.

Rock Climbing Northern Virginia

Rock Climbing Northern Virginia

  • Days: 3
  • Price: $380
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Rock Climbing

Crescent Rocks and Elizabeth Furnace are the perfect places for beginners to learn the fundamentals of rock climbing. Our introductory course will focus on the essential basics: equipment use, rope handling and movement on the rock. All meals, tent camping, technical equipment and instruction are provided.

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