The French Pillar

• What is included in the price

  Ropes and traditional climbing rack / rock protection.
  Transport back around from the descent on the opposite side.
  Food on the bivi
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  This is a high difficultly climb. We therefore expect you to have your own equipment and climbed before. THIS IS NOT FOR BEGINNERS.
  You do not have to climb 6b+ but be able, with assistance to ascend ropes and make some moves between stances.
  We meet normally in Ibra or Muscat in the morning and we travel together to the start of the entrance wadi.
  If the group is camping the night before, alternative arrangements are made, particularly if people are coming from UAE. Sean is based in Muscat

• What is not included

  Travel to Oman or Ibra.
  Accommodation before or after, although usually the night of descent Sean will camp and you are welcome to as well

• Who will be my leader

  Sean has lived in Dubai for 12 years and splits his time between Oman, Dubai and the Pyrenees.
  He has led 4 expeditions to the summit of Everest and 15 expeditions to mountains over 8000m as well as many around the globe.
  If we employ further guides they will be qualified and experienced mountain guides or mountaineering instructors.

• What equipment do I need

  When you sign up we go through everything that you will need.
  
  You will need a harness, belay device, 2 personal slings, 2 locking carabiners, 2 snapgate carabiners, climbing helmet, rock climbing shoes, approach shoes, small rucksack, lightweight sleeping bag
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  We will check any equipment you have before you depart.

• What level of experience do I need

  You need to have climbed, belayed and rappeled before, be accustomed to multi pitch rock climbing routes and have experience with exposure.
  The route also has an open biviouac on the face. This is perfectly safe and on one of the big ledges.
  
  You need to be capable of long days of activity, moving from sunrise to sunset in rugged often difficult conditions.
  
  This route has been compared to The Walker Spur on the Grandes Jorrasses.

• What are your contact details

  Sean lives in Muscat, Dubai and the Pyrenees and as he is guiding the trips he is frequently travelling.
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  All messages will be responded to as quickly as possible.
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  Try these different options
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  Whatsapp +447507886417
  UAE +971585528611
  FR +33645518199
  SP +34605128807
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  [email protected]
  
  Zoom is also available

• Can I see more pictures and examples of the things that you do?

  Of course, email us at [email protected] for a link to more galleries

• Accommodation ?

  Everybody has different tastes and budgets so we leave the booking of accommodation to you.
  We have suggestions and can help you to find something suitable.

• Is this suitable for children

  Teenagers are welcome but most be experienced climbers. This is an ideal parent / child trip !!!

• What other courses do you offer?

  If you have no rock climbing experience and this is your dream trip, we are able to teach you from the beginning.
  A lot of our courses are available on PremierOnline. We also offer expeditions and summer courses.
  
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