Via Ferrata Climbing Tours
Climb high above the valley floor on a guiDeDalpine aDventure—no experience neeDeD.
Outfitted with a helmet and harness (all provided), you'll scale iron rung routes and traverse a dramatic 100-foot skybridge and double-cable catwalk at 11,500 feet on Kachina Peak.
With beginner to advanced challenges, this is your chance to explore vertical terrain with unforgettable views of the Rio Hondo and Wheeler Peak Wilderness.
Via Ferrata Pricing
Ticket price includes a guide, rental harness, Via Ferrata lanyard, and helmet.
- 1 Guest: $325
- 2 Guests: $325 ($163/person)
- 3 Guests: $425 ($142/person)
- 4 Guests: $525 ($132/person)
- 5 Guests: $625 ($125/person)
If needed, Via Ferrata shoes are available to rent for $10 at Eis Haus Lawn before your tour.
IMPORTANT INFO BEFORE BOOKING:
- Guests are encouraged to reserve a spot 24 hours in advance and must complete a waiver prior to getting on the route. Guides will call guests the afternoon before a tour with more information and complete an on-mountain safety orientation prior to starting the tour.
- Via Ferrata is a guided activity. Accessing Via Ferrata without a guide is strictly prohibited. Guests should follow the instruction of the guides at all times.
- You must weigh between 88 and 264 pounds and be 12 years of age or older to participate.
- All participants must sign a waiver and attend the Via Ferrata orientation with your guide prior to climbing.
- Participants must be able to properly utilize all safety restraint devices before climbing.
- Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe athletic shoes with minimal heels. Hiking or approach style shoes are preferred, but low-top, soft rubber athletic shoes or hiking boots are also acceptable. All shoes must be closed-toe. Taos Sports offers approach shoes for rent.
- Operators are not responsible for lost or damaged items left or brought into the area.
- No smoking in or around the course area.
- Parents are responsible for their children.
- The routes carry inherent risks including but not limited to falls, rock falls, travel on uneven terrain, and exposure to inclement weather. Participate in this activity at your own risk.
PLEASE INFORM YOUR GUIDE IF:
- You are pregnant
- You have any medical conditions that may impact your ability to participate
- You require any fast acting medications
- You are impaired in any way