Mountain guide aspirant Philipp Elsener

Philipp is fascinated by quiet valleys and impressive mountain landscapes - always ready to discover something new.
He loves sharing special moments in the mountains with others - whether climbing on the rock or on a ski tour in fresh powder snow. He has found his home in the canton of Uri out of love for the mountains.
His alpine passion is climbing and travelling on skis - both give him strength and inspiration. In addition to his work as a mountain guide, he also works as a rope access specialist in the field of working at height.

What our guests say about Philipp:

I felt very safe and well looked after at all times with the two mountain guides, Philipp Elsener and Florian Bosshard. Both were absolutely confident with the rope, technically proficient, and made sound, calm decisions even in challenging situations. At the same time, they were very friendly and entertaining. Their joy and enthusiasm for the mountains were infectious and made the tour a truly wonderful experience. I’d go on a trip with them again in a heartbeat!

Wonderful ski touring weekend in the Saas Valley with very good mountain guide Philipp, two summits and training. As a Bavarian newcomer to the Western Alps, I was thrilled.

Thank you for the well-organised ski touring days in Val Bedretto! Philipp had the tricky avalanche situation under control at all times and shared his knowledge and judgements with us. That was very instructive. The tours were varied and were exactly what was possible in this sometimes challenging weather. The finale was a marvellous powder run. Unforgettable and we look forward to returning soon!

Despite the difficult conditions, we had a great weekend with Philipp in the Bedretto Valley - in addition to great descents in powder snow, I also learnt a lot thanks to his detailed explanations!

The tour is beautiful! A good combination of beautiful ascents and perfect downhills. The hut is also very pleasant.

A great end to the tour with Reto & Philipp, you always feel like you're in good hands with them. The tour was superbly chosen and the descent through the powder slopes was simply beautiful! Gladly again!

Ludwig Knott
Great ski tour around Spitzmeilen. The mountain guide (Philip) was well prepared, translated everything into English and we felt very safe despite the sometimes adverse conditions.
Urs Schumacher
Fantastic touring days, clouds, wind but also lots of sunshine. Perfect conditions. Top tour guide with Phillipp. Thank you for your calm, professional and patient manner. Keep up the good work.
Many thanks also to Simon.
Mi Ca
I spent a few very nice days with the pleasantly quiet group and the Bergschaft-BF aspirant Philipp Elsener. Despite a change of plan and a slightly less alpine atmosphere, we did some great tours around the Furka Pass.

Tours and courses with Philipp Elsener

High-altitude trek: Dent Blanche I – To the ‘Queen of the Four-Thousanders’ with a mountain guide
A high alpine tour to one of the most beautifully shaped four-thousand metre peaks in the Alps - with impressive ridge climbing and a unique panorama.
25 - 26 August 2026, Tuesday - Wednesday, 2 days
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High-altitude trek: Dent Blanche I – To the ‘Queen of the Four-Thousanders’ with a mountain guide
A high alpine tour to one of the most beautifully shaped four-thousand metre peaks in the Alps - with impressive ridge climbing and a unique panorama.
26 - 27 August 2026, Wednesday - Thursday, 2 days
Daily, date on request
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Ski tour | Valais Haute Route Original | Border tour from Chamonix to Zermatt with a mountain guide
Probably the most famous ski crossing of the Alps: from Chamonix to Zermatt! In seven days over large glaciers and across the Valais high mountains on the border between Switzerland, France and Italy!
12–18 April 2027, Monday–Sunday, 7 days
Daily, date on request
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