Trekking 3 days in Val Masino

Trekking among the stupendous granite peaks of Val Masino, reaching two peaks of 2700 and 3070 m. Challenging and equipped routes, breathtaking views, stupendous suspended valleys, welcoming historic refuges and legends about fantastic animals will give us three days of beauty that only wild nature can offer.

DETAILED PLAN:

Day 1 | Bagni di Masino - Pizzo dell'Oro Centrale - Omio refuge

Departure from the Bagni di Masino car park and climb along the path that first reaches the pastures of the Oro Valley and then the Omio Refuge. Brief stop at the refuge for a packed lunch and a beer and, after possibly lightening the backpacks, departure for the summit of Pizzo dell'Oro Centrale (2707 m). From the summit, the panorama is superb on Punta della Sfinge and the surrounding peaks. Return to the Omio Refuge for a well-deserved relaxation, dinner and overnight stay.

Difficulty: EE

Elevation gain: about 1600 D+

Duration: all day

Packed lunch, dinner in refuge

Day 2 | Omio refuge - Barbacan Pass - Pizzo Porcellizzo - Gianetti refuge

After an excellent breakfast at the refuge, departure for the Passo dell'Oro and the Passo Barbacan. After a tiring climb to the pass, the descent into Val Porcellizzo is tecnical and, sometimes exposed. But it doesn't end there! Before reaching the refuge, we will detour to climb our second peak: Pizzo Porcellizzo (3075 m)! The ascent takes place on a stony and bumpy path but never exposed. From the summit the panorama is truly exceptional, with Pizzo Badile and Cengalo in the foreground. The descent towards the Gianetti refuge presents a truly suggestive passage, through a real "secret passage" in the mountain.

Once we reach the refuge we will celebrate our successes with a nice beer and a well-deserved dinner.

Difficulty: EE

Elevation gain: about 1200 D+

Duration: all day

Packed lunch, dinner in refuge

Day 3 | Gianetti refuge - Bagni di Masino

A decidedly more relaxing day than the other two, but which, precisely for this reason, will perhaps allow us to enjoy even more the beauty of the places that surround us. After breakfast at the refuge, we will begin the descent through the pastures of Val Porcellizzo, dotted with granite slabs. Having reached the bridge over the Masino torrent, we will allow ourselves a lunch break and (why not?) some refreshment in the cool (icy) waters of the torrent. We will be able to admire the peak of Pizzo Porcellizzo from below and marvel at having touched it the day before. Resuming the journey we will reach the Baths by crossing the "Thermopylae", a characteristic passage between two huge granite boulders.

Difficulty: E

Elevation gain: about 1300 D-

Duration: all day

Packed lunch

Cost: €350 (minimum 5 participants). Registration is considered completed upon payment of the deposit of €150.

It is possible to repeat the event even on non-calendar dates, at the request of the customer.

The fee includes:

- Professional Guide

- trekking planning and management

- half board in refuge

- customer accident insurance

- use of satellite messaging in case of emergency

The fee does not include:

- transportation fee

- packed lunches

- alcoholic beverages and soft drinks

- personal expenses

- anything not expressly indicated under "the price includes"

Meeting point: 6:00 in Pedrengo, 8:00 in Bagni di Masino

The customer must show up at the meeting point or starting point excursion at the time indicated in the communication that will follow after registration. At the end of the registration the customer will be added to a temporary whatsapp group which will be used for service communications, updates and useful information for the excursion.

Mandatory material

Boots or boots, no sneakers;

Hiking backpack with a minimum capacity of 30 l with wide shoulder straps, ergonomic backrest and waist belt for weight distribution;

Clothing in relation to the season and the weather, in any case it is always advisable to dress in layers and with long trousers;

Rain jacket;

Lightweight duvet;

Gloves and cap;

Compulsory water reserve of one and a half liters minimum, recommended to have mineral salts and/or supplements;

Sheet bag for sleeping in the refuge;

Food to your taste and liking.

What you could add to your backpack:

Change of shirt and socks;

A small microfiber towel;

First aid kit with plasters for blisters;

Front light;

Personal glass;