About us
We are a Mountain Guide agency based in the Italian Western Alps, with over 20 years of experience leading guided tours in the Alps and other parts of the world.
At the core of our work is the belief that nothing is more fulfilling than sharing our passion for the mountains with our guests. It’s often said that being a Mountain Guide is the best job in the world... and indeed, few other professions offer the opportunity to make people’s dreams come true like that of a Mountain Guide.
All of our tours are conducted with an obsessive focus on safety: when people entrust their lives to you, every decision must be made with the utmost seriousness and responsibility.
Below, you can read our manifesto—our guiding principles that define our work at SummitGuides. These values shape everything we do, and all our 30+ guides are committed to bringing them to life in every adventure.
We look forward to spending a great day in the mountains with you!
Our Manifesto
This is our manifesto: the core values of our work, the principles we strive to put into practice every day as mountain guides. It’s not just a list of values made for marketing purposes, but principles we deeply believe in and are committed to upholding daily.
Climbing a mountain might seem like a straightforward task. However, over the years, we’ve seen the most perfect plans fail due to small details that were overlooked. Small errors or omissions in these details can lead to bigger problems down the line. Success often depends on understanding and managing the intricate details. That’s why, at SummitGuides, we make it a priority to handle every single detail with the utmost precision, from the first contact with our clients to the conclusion of the expedition.
At SummitGuides, safety is non-negotiable. We understand that when our guests entrust their adventures to us, they are placing their well-being in our hands. Our top priority is to create a secure environment where everyone can fully enjoy the beauty and thrill of the mountains. Our guides will never push for the summit if it means compromising safety, as we believe that reaching the peak is only half the journey. This unwavering commitment to safety ensures that our guides are not only highly trained and experienced but also dedicated to continuously assessing and managing risks. By prioritizing safety above all else, we provide our guests with peace of mind, allowing them to focus on what truly matters: making unforgettable memories in the great outdoors.
We know that our guests are on vacation when they’re in the mountains with us, and along with safety, they’re also looking for a bit of fun! The days of the “stoic” guides who “carried” clients up the mountain in silence for days are long gone. Our guides love to spend time with clients in the hut, sharing mountain tales (and believe us, they have plenty!) or having a good laugh together when the moment calls for it. After all, we’re Italian, and we carry the sunshine in our hearts!
At SummitGuides, we believe that the mountains are more than just a playground—they are a sanctuary that demands our utmost respect. We are deeply committed to minimizing our environmental impact, whether that’s by reducing waste, or selecting sustainable routes that preserve the natural beauty of the terrain. Our guides teach and lead by example, showing how to enjoy the mountains in a way that protects them for future generations. We aim to cultivate a profound respect for nature in each of our guests, encouraging them to appreciate and safeguard the wilderness as much as we do.
We believe that the experience goes beyond just guiding our guests to the summit. It’s about forming meaningful connections with the people we share the journey with. Whether it's helping someone achieve a lifelong dream, supporting them through challenging moments, or simply sharing stories and laughter in a mountain hut, we value the relationships we build along the way. Our goal is not just to guide a successful climb but to create an unforgettable experience that leaves our guests feeling connected - to the mountains, to us, and to themselves.
We believe that every successful mountain adventure is built on a foundation of teamwork and trust. Climbing a peak or navigating through challenging terrain is not just about individual skill - it’s about working together, supporting one another, and building strong bonds with both guides and fellow adventurers. Our guides foster a spirit of collaboration, encouraging open communication and mutual respect at every stage of the journey. This trust allows us to create a cohesive team dynamic, where each person feels confident, supported, and inspired to achieve their goals while sharing in the collective success of the group.
Founding Team
Filippo Livorno
Founder
Entrepreneur and Mountain Guide (since 2004), Filippo thrives on building companies and conquering peaks. Having also co-founded and successfully sold a tech startup, Filippo knows that building a company is much like climbing a mountain - both demand meticulous preparation, resilience, navigating risks and taking decisions (and the responsibility which comes along). He aims to create unforgettable mountain experiences, all with a dash of fun and a heavy dose of professionalism.
Stefano Rosso
CTO
Co-founder and former CTO of a successful startup (sold alongside Filippo, his longtime partner-in-crime), now brings his tech wizardry to SummitGuides. A full-stack developer by trade, Stefano is also a dedicated ultra-trail runner and an avid climber, happiest when scaling cliffs or navigating 100km trails. Whether he's coding or conquering peaks, Stefano thrives on pushing boundaries - because when the trail ends or the summit's reached, it's just another reason to go further.
Our Guides
Here below, you’ll find some of our Guides. They’re ready to share the joy of spending a day together in the mountains and can’t wait to pass on some of their passion to you.
Andrea Tamilla
Andrea, born in Valsesia in 1990, now lives in Dosso, a small hamlet of Alagna. His passion for the mountains started early, fueled by family adventures in nature. He's explored Monte Rosa, the Alps, and even climbed in the Himalayas and Madagascar. Since becoming a Mountain Guide in 2019, Andrea has shared his love for skiing, climbing, and post-adventure moments with his guests.
Raffaele Mercuriali
Raffaele's lifelong passion for the mountains became his sole profession in 2019. Over the years, he's formed deep friendships with fellow alpinists, leading to remarkable achievements in the Alps and beyond. He believes in dreaming big and is eager to share that vision with others.
Edoardo Borello
Edoardo, born and raised in the Susa Valley, has been passionate about the mountains since childhood. Inspired by his father, Alberto, also a mountain guide, Edoardo became a ski instructor in 2015 and an aspirant Mountain Guide in 2021. Based in Bardonecchia, he guides across the Western Alps, helping people discover the beauty of the mountains through mountaineering, ski touring, and climbing. Edoardo is dedicated to sharing his love for the outdoors with expertise, enthusiasm, and professionalism.
Paolo Tombini
Paolo has been a professional Mountain Guide since 2007, active year-round in the Alps. His experience ranges from advanced sport climbing (up to 8a) to classic and modern alpine routes across the Alps, including the Dolomites and Mont Blanc. Paolo’s international adventures include climbing El Capitan in Yosemite, a new route expedition in Madagascar’s Tsaranoro Massif, and expeditions to Norway, Patagonia, and the Himalayas. He has also contributed as a writer for various climbing and mountaineering publications.
Nicola Galizia
Nicola spends his time in the mountains when he's not at the climbing gym he manages in Turin. His passion for climbing often takes him to the rock faces of Mont Blanc and the Dolomites. With the arrival of snow, the focus shifts, and spring ski mountaineering becomes his primary pursuit.