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Jonny Kaye

From the peaks of the French Alps to Italy’s Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales in England, Jonny Kaye has crossed countless mountain ranges, guiding groups of intrepid hikers along the way with his wealth of experience as a mountaineer and his easygoing way. His climbing adventures have taken him from Scotland to the Caucasus Mountains and the Arctic. Originally from Yorkshire in England, he lives in France’s Tarentaise Valley with his wife and two children. When not leading trips, Jonny enjoys time with his family, cycling and birding, and in winter, he runs a ski chalet near his home.

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Upcoming Trips with Jonny

Tour du Mont Blanc

Jun 28 - Jul 6, 2024

Jul 7 - 15, 2024

Jul 27 - Aug 4, 2024

Aug 6 - 14, 2024

Sep 3 - 11, 2024

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Client Testimonials

Jonny is very personable, warm, and friendly. He was so much fun to be around and had great stories and sense of humor. His wealth of experience as a guide, athlete, and foodie was much appreciated and greatly enhanced our experience. He was patient, kind, and always available and cheerful.

Elyse B.

Newburgh, IN
Tour du Mont Blanc

I don't know how well I would have made it through this trip without Jonny. He was professional, patient, encouraging, and gave great advice on personal pace and other hiking tips. He also had a great sense of humor and added a very affable element to the group dynamic.

Gabrielle C.

Grand Rapids, MI
Tour du Mont Blanc

I can't say enough positive about Jonny. Funny, energetic, interesting, helpful, and caring. Very happy that he was one of our guides!

Kab B.

Newburgh, IN
Tour du Mont Blanc

A fantastic leader, very friendly, knowledgeable, and always helpful.

Mark M.

Kirkland, WA
Heart of Switzerland

Jonny was great to talk with on many topics and always ready to help with anything, large or small.

Mashenka L.

Golden, CO
Heart of Switzerland

Johnny was absolutely top-notch. An excellent guide and now friend. He made us laugh, told us stories, understood pace, and was a generally lovely person to be around. We loved spending time with him—who wouldn't!?

Meredith B.

Raleigh, NC
Tour du Mont Blanc

Johnny made every hike he led very enjoyable, interesting, and fun!!

Michael M.

Madison, NJ
Classic Haute Route

Jonny was just amazing—fun, funny, knowledgeable, friendly, easygoing, and above all, a true expert of the mountains and the route.

Wendy W.

Larchmont, NY
Tour du Mont Blanc

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