exceptional outdoor experiences for all levels
At our core, we’re more than an adventure company; we’re facilitators of transformative experiences where every participant – from complete beginners to seasoned pros – can find challenge, joy and meaningful connection.
the best adventure regions in victoria
As a Licensed Tour Operator, we have a permit to operate at a number of outdoor locations all across Victoria, Australia. Our events are scheduled all over the state.
Dyurrite/Mt Arapiles
Widely regarded as the top rock climbing area in Australia, is of world renown. More than 4000 routes…
Geboor/Camel’s Hump
Steep and solid rock, with a variety of short pumpy sport routes, tall trad lines, and crispy boulder…
Nanadhong/Cathedral Ranges
Part of the traditional lands of the Taungurung people, Sugarloaf Peak (Barralbarayi) in the Cathedral Ranges (Nanadhong) offers…
meet our guides
We pride ourselves with being a close knit group of instructors, all certified and qualified, working together to ensure you have an epic and safe adventure outdoors.
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as guides we are committed to:
- Sharing the joy of climbing
- Promoting safe practices
- Conscientious outdoor use
as Employers We are committed to:
- Making guiding a sustainable and enjoyable employment choice
- Supporting our most experienced guides
from solo summits to shared adventures
Co-Owned by Aaron Lowndes and Hamid Shafaghi, The Climbing Company brings together ‘Melbourne Climb School’, ‘Climbing Co’ and ‘’ as one outdoor collective bringing you the best Victorian outdoor adventures with the highest certified instructors.
always fun. always safe. always mindful.
We’re fully insured and have partnered up with other passionate companies to ensure that our trips are high on experience, low on environmental impact and absolutely safe. All our instructors are certified and qualified to ensure you’re in safe hands.
adventures for everyone
Just finished the level 2 alpine course. Again, excellent instruction and knowledge concerning glacier travel, long toping, short-roping,, and crevasse rescue. Thanks Hamid and Lachlan
Hamid was our instructor for both courses and he had an incredible in his teaching style – the right amount of information and theory mixed in with practical application and loads of fun. I had no knowledge about how to climb in Alpine environments prior to these courses. These courses have provided me with essential skills and knowledge to feel more confident going to Mera Peak.
A big thank you to Hamid and The Climbing Company for offering such a great course so close to Melbourne! Would highly recommend.
Both Hamid and Lachlan were highly knowledgeable and exceptional teaches. One of the highlights of the course was the hands-on learning approach where the skills that were taught were valuable and pragmatic.
I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to challenge themselves and immerse in the beauty of alpine climbing without leave Australia. It’s an experience you’ll treasure forever!
Just finished the level 2 alpine course. Again, excellent instruction and knowledge concerning glacier travel, long toping, short-roping,, and crevasse rescue. Thanks Hamid and Lachlan
