Is previous climbing experience required?

No, this trip is designed for beginners including children, with all necessary instruction and equipment provided.

What is the minimum age to participate?

Children aged 6 years and older can join this family-friendly climbing adventure.

How do we get to the climbing area?

You can reach the starting point by chairlift from Bai de Dones or by car with shuttle service in peak season.

Do I need to bring my own climbing gear?

No, Giovanni Orlando provides all essential climbing equipment such as helmets and harnesses if you don’t have your own.

What should I wear on the climb?

Wear comfortable athletic or hiking clothes, sturdy shoes, and bring rain protection given mountain weather variability.

Is the climbing physically demanding?

The routes are beginner-friendly with moderate effort, suitable for individuals with average fitness and no technical climbing skills.

Family Rock Climbing at Cinque Torri with Giovanni Orlando

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Dolomites, Giovanni Orlando’s family-friendly climbing experience at Cinque Torri invites adventurers of all ages to engage with these iconic limestone towers like never before. Located in Località Bai de Dones, just outside Cortina d'Ampezzo, this guided rock climbing session introduces beginners and children to the vertical world in one of Italy’s most celebrated mountain landscapes. The Cinque Torri, a series of five sharp pinnacles carved by millennia of geological forces, stand amidst alpine meadows and rugged trails offering panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.

What makes this offering truly special is its accessibility and expert guidance. The routes selected are ideal for first-timers and families, combining manageable heights with solid rock and varied terrain that keeps everyone challenged but safe. With a UIAGM-certified alpine guide leading the day, safety and personalized attention come standard, making it a reassuring choice for parents and young climbers. The activity typically lasts about six hours, giving ample time to experience both the exhilaration of climbing and the natural grandeur.

Reaching Cinque Torri is straightforward: visitors can take a chairlift from Bai de Dones to Rifugio Scoiattoli or drive up to Rifugio Cinque Torri directly, with a shuttle service available in high season. This ease of access combined with a stunning environment means families can focus on making memories without the hassle.

Beyond climbing, the area offers fascinating historical layers, with the towers once serving as strategic sites in World War I. Today, the place remains a vivid reminder of human resilience amid nature’s permanence. Giovanni Orlando’s program fosters respect for the environment and the fragile mountain ecosystem, ensuring a responsible and enriching outdoor pursuit.

Whether it’s a first climb or a family outing, this trip crafts an approachable, unforgettable alpine experience, making the Cinque Torri a standout destination in the Veneto region’s outdoor adventure map.

About Giovanni Orlando

Giovanni Orlando is a mountain guide based in La Secca, Veneto, offering guided adventures across the Dolomites. The program of trips includes freeride skiing on Marmolada; via ferrata routes such as Cesco Tomaselli on Lagazuoi, Olivieri at Punta Anna, Bepi Zac al Costabella, and Cresta Ovest alla Marmolada; classic ascents like the via normale alla Cima Grande di Lavaredo and Cima Piccola di Lavaredo; canyoning in Val Maggiore; glacier crossings to Punta Penia; plus family-oriented outings at the Cascate di Fanes and Cinque Torri. Routes cover a wide range of difficulty, from easy family ferratas to demanding exposed climbs and technical glacier travel. Trips also highlight historical WWI trails such as the Cengia Martini and Kaiserjäger paths and feature natural attractions including waterfalls, canyons, and panoramic views of Marmolada, Lagazuoi, and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Operating from La Secca, Veneto, trip descriptions specify route type and expected challenge so participants can select appropriate adventures. Guided programs include necessary equipment use for each activity - via ferrata kits, canyoning ropes, and glacier travel gear when required - and adapt plans to participant ability and conditions. This approach helps visitors experience local landscapes, geological features, and historical sites with practical guidance. All trip listings reflect the specific routes and experiences offered, enabling clear expectations for families, intermediate hikers, and experienced climbers planning excursions in the Dolomites.

Availability, meeting points, detailed itineraries, and booking instructions are provided for each trip so participants can prepare equipment, fitness, and timing before arrival and logistics.