VIA FERRATA SAFARI
Via Ferrata in the Dolomites for Beginners
BOLZANO
UP TO 4+ DAYS
MID JUNE - OCTOBER
Book 2 to 4 guided days and learn step by step with a certified Mountain Guide on some of the most iconic Dolomite routes at Passo Gardena, Passo Sella and Carezza. Learn safely. Build confidence day after day. Discover the vertical world of the Dolomites with a via ferrata multi day learning experience designed for beginners with a base camp in Bolzano!
This via ferrata Dolomites program for beginners has the base camp in Bolzano and is designed as a progressive introduction to via ferrata with a certified local Mountain Guide. You will climb some of the most iconic and beginner-friendly routes in the region, including the Via Ferrata Piccolo Cir near Passo Sella, the Via Ferrata Masarè in the Rosengarten–Catinaccio group above Lago di Carezza, and the Via Ferrata Forcella del Sassolungo near Passo Gardena. The experience can culminate on the legendary Via Ferrata Tridentina in the Sella Group, finishing at Rifugio Pisciadù, with a thrilling final suspended bridge!
This hotel-based via ferrata program in Bolzano is fully customizable from 2 to 4 days or more. Hotel accommodation, pick-up and drop-off, and full via ferrata equipment are included, ensuring maximum flexibility and optimal weather management.
For beginners who would like to experience their first multi-day hut-to-hut via ferrata in the Dolomites, the Rosengarten Via Ferrata Safari offers an accessible traverse combining easy via ferratas and classic mountain hut trekking! Interested in more informations about the via feratas for beginners within 1 hour from Bolzano? Check our post in the DS Journal!
Ready for your first via ferrata in the Dolomites?
Who is this Via Ferrata Trip for?
Level: Beginner
This via ferrata in the Dolomites for beginners is perfect for those who want to experience their first routes in a safe and supportive environment, with the guidance of a certified mountain guide.
It is ideal if you:
have a good basic aerobic fitness level
are used to hiking for several hours in the mountains
already have some hiking experience on uneven terrain
No previous via ferrata experience is required, but you should feel comfortable walking uphill and spending full days outdoors.
HIGHLIGHTS
Learn to climb via ferratas where they were born… in the heart of the Dolomites
Progress step by step with a certified Mountain Guide, the true professional of the vertical world
Rely on a local mountain guide and discover not only technique, but also the culture and alpine heritage of the Dolomites
Climb iconic via ferratas between Val di Fassa and Val Gardena
Spend your evenings in the unique alpine–Mediterranean atmosphere of Bolzano’s historic medieval town
Learn step by step with this modular progressive program for beginners
DAY BY DAY
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Depending on the time of your arrival in Bolzano, a visit to the Oetzi Archaeological Museum or a simple leisure walk in the lively streets and squares of the medieval town of Bolzano will be possible. If you choose to stay in Eppan, you can enjoy a scenic walk to the nearby castles, or rent a bike in the village and ride out to the volcanic lakes of Monticolo — and why not take a refreshing swim while you're there!
You will have a welcome briefing before dinner with your guide, who will give you your via ferrata gear, double check the equipment… and recommend a typical restaurant for dinner!
Accommodation: Hotel in Bolzano/Eppan
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Today, your Dolomites safari kicks off with a via ferrata adventure in the famous Val Gardena!
If you're a beginner, your guide will introduce you to the gear and teach you basic climbing techniques — the perfect way to build a solid foundation for the days ahead. If you're already an experienced climber, you can start right away with one of the many more challenging routes in the area.
After the climb, enjoy a well-earned lunch or afternoon snack at a local mountain hut, then head back to your hotel to relax and recharge.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bolzano/Eppan
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After the usual hotel pick-up in Bolzano, we drive to Carezza Pass to climb one of the two ideal second-step via ferratas: the Via Ferrata Masarè or the Via Ferrata Roda di Vael. The choice will be made flexibly by your Mountain Guide according to weather conditions and group progression.
Return to Bolzano in the afternoon, with a short stop at the spectacular Lago di Carezza before heading back to the hotel!
Accommodation: Hotel in Bolzano/Eppan
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For the third stage of the program, I suggest a via ferrata with slightly more vertical sections and a few exposed traverses. From Passo Sella we climb the Via Ferrata Forcella del Sassolungo, reaching Rifugio Demetz for a well-deserved break and something to eat.
Feeling strong and moving confidently? We can continue with the Via Ferrata Col Rodella. Otherwise, it may be wise to save energy and rest before tomorrow’s longer and demanding day.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bolzano/Eppan
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For the final day, we keep the highlight of this progressive via ferrata program: the legendary Via Ferrata Tridentina, considered one of the most beautiful via ferratas in the Dolomites.
After climbing its spectacular vertical sections and crossing the iconic suspension bridge, we stop for lunch at Rifugio Pisciadù before descending through the impressive Val Setus.
If you are moving confidently and still full of energy, we may even continue to the summit of Pisciadù for a final panoramic reward!
Accommodation: Hotel in Bolzano/Eppan
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Breakfast and departure on your own (private transfert is possible on request).
ACCOMMODATION
Hotels: we carefully select our partner hotels to provide the most authentic experience for our guests.
You’ve got two great options:
Downtown Bolzano – Enjoy the lively atmosphere of this Alpine-Italian city, full of cozy cafés, local restaurants, historic streets, museums, and evening vibes.
Eppan on the Wine Road – A peaceful village surrounded by vineyards, just outside Bolzano. Relax by the volcanic lakes of Monticolo, hike to castles, or enjoy wine tastings in local cellars.
Book well in advance to secure the best accommodations with our trusted local partners!
COSTS
Our programs are fully customizable: you can choose to join for a day, multiple days or the full 4 day program! The estimated price per person depends on the number of participants in your group and the accommodation available. We provide professional guidance, travel planning support, and personalized advice to make your Dolomites adventure unforgettable!
Example Estimated Total Trip Budget
Here’s an example to give you an idea of costs for planning purposes:
2 participants, 4-day / 5-night adventure: from €1,940 per person
3 participants, 4-day / 5-night adventure: from €1,715 per person
4 participants, 4-day / 5-night adventure: from €1,590 per person
Want a shorter or longer adventure? No problem, just get in touch and we’ll create a custom itinerary that fits your schedule and interests!
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Help with planning your trip, from getting to the Dolomites, to ideas for relaxing or exploring on your rest days
4 days of professional guiding by a local English-speaking UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide
Trip briefing on day of arrival in the Dolomites
Climbing equipment (harness, helmet, via ferrata set, gloves)
Transfers according to the planned itinerary (chair lifts and cable cars excluded)
5 nights lodging in Bolzano or Appiano (Bed & Breakfast)
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DolomiteSafari invoices and collects payment only for guiding services
All accommodation and third-party services are paid directly by the guest to the property
Itineraries are subject to change due to weather or other conditions beyond our control
Contact us for a personalized quote and start planning your ideal Dolomites adventure!
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