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Simon Hale

Simon Hale, with homes in the French Alps and North Wales, is a professional mountain guide with over 30 years experience in climbing and skiing in mountain ranges all over the world. He holds a degree in outdoor education and environmental science and has extensive knowledge of mountain ecology. Simon has worked at Plas y Brenin, the UK National Mountain Centre in Wales, for over 15 years, the last 12 of which he was a senior instructor. In winter, Simon teaches skiing, with backcountry skiing and ski touring a specialty. He loves being in the mountains and the challenge they always provide. At home, he is a keen gardener and lover of fine wines and also enjoys mountain biking.

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Upcoming Trips with Simon

Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc

Jun 23 - Jul 1, 2026

Jul 11 - 19, 2026

Aug 23 - 31, 2026

Sep 5 - 13, 2026

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Client Testimonials

"Simon is an extremely experienced, knowledgeable, and qualified mountain climber, and hiker—fully qualified as an IFMGA Mountain Guide. He is a professor in this environment, and a fun one at that!"

Charles H.

Larchmont, NY
Tour du Mont Blanc

"Simon was the perfect addition to the leadership team — he had a credibility that was truly impressive (even guides from some of the other competing companies said he was "The Man")! His relaxed demeanor and sparkling wit were a perfect compliment to Mark and Lolo. He had the most to say about the local plants and trees, etc. that was most informative. And he, like the other guides, were inspirational — they made the hike look effortless!"

Jon A.

Richmond, VA

"Simon was simply fantastic. His mountaineering and guiding skills are exceptional, and his mountaineering and Alpine history knowledge was so engaging I could not get enough! He really made this an "Uber" enjoyable experience!"

Paul Z.

Duluth, MN

"Simon was super knowledgeable, fun to be with, had an amazing knowledge of trails — we felt in very good hands."

Pia F.

Santa Rosa, CA

"Simon is a lovely and sincere person with a fun sense of humor and just a great addition to the trip. He is a mountain man of extreme experience and it's just very comforting to be in his expert hands."

Wendy W.

Larchmont, NY
Tour du Mont Blanc

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