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Aconcagua Climbing Expedition
offered by supplier M09950 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 18
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 4
people
Destination(s):
Argentina
Specialty Categories:
Mountain/Rock Climbing
Season: December - February
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 2960 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 2960 US Dollar (USD)
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Although Aconcagua (22,841 ft.) is not in Patagonia, it's one of the classic climbing destinations in Argentina. Aconcagua means "sentinel of stone" in the Quechua language, and it was first climbed in 1897 by the famous swiss guide Mathias Zurbriggen. The province of Mendoza not only hosts this giant, the tallest peak in the western hemisphere, it also boasts some of the greatest Malbec wines in Argentina (and the world), along with several other varieties of wine.
Our expedition takes a singular approach to the ascent to maximize our chances of summiting. We have divided the trip into two phases:
- Our first phase will be devoted to several ascents of 4,000 m (13,000 ft.) peaks in the Cordon del Plata, and a night above 3,000 m (10,000 ft.) in a mountain hut, for acclimatization purposes. We'll discuss the physiological changes that our body undergoes when at higher altitudes, so we can better understand how to respond to this new environment.
- Once our bodies are acclimatized to the thinner atmosphere, we'll move onto Aconcagua and start our ascent via the Normal Route. The route has a 14,000 ft. gain, from approach to summit.
We've chosen this route because it does not present large technical difficulties, but gives you the taste of a high–altitude expedition. All the camps along the mountain are reached via trekking that is rigorous but not technical. (The optional hiring of personal porters is available at an extra charge). Mules will help us carry gear to the base camp. Our seasoned guides will be climbing along with you, every step of the way, to provide a safe and enjoyable experience at all times.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: Reception in Mendoza Intl. Airport, transfer to a hotel located in downtown Mendoza.
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Day 2: Transfer to Vallecitos valley (9,200 ft.). Acclimatization period with ascents and trekkings to Mt. Arenales or Mt. Lomas Blancas (11,500 ft.). Night in a mountain hut.
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Day 3: Trekking to Mt. Piedra Grande (11,500 ft.). Night in a tent camp.
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Day 4: Ascent to Mt. Stenanek (13,700 ft.) and Mt. Adolfo Calle (14,000 ft.), return to our tent camp; night in the tents.
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Day 5: Transfer to Penitentes (8,600 ft.), rest day and night in the Hotel Ayelen.
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Day 6: Trekking into the Aconcagua Provincial Park and Confluencia Camp (10,800 ft.).
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Day 7: Trekking to a vantage point on the south face of Aconcagua, returning to the Confluencia camp.
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Day 8: Trekking to Plaza de Mulas (14,000 ft.), our base camp for the route. Lodging in the Mountain Hut, which provides excellent accommodations.
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Day 9: Rest day in Palza de Mulas and acclimatization.
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Day 10: Ascent to Camp 1, Plaza Canada (16,000 ft.)
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Day 11: Ascent to Camp 2, Nido de Condores (17,500 ft.)
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Day 12: Ascent to Camp 3, Berlin (19,000 ft.)
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Day 13: Summit attempt (22,840 ft.)
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Day 14: Extra day for bad weather, summit attempt or rest.
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Day 15: Extra day for bad weather, summit attempt or rest.
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Day 16: Descent to Plaza de Mulas, night in the Mountain Hut.
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Day 17: Descent to Horcones and return to Mendoza City, lodging in a hotel.
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Day 18: Transfer to Mendoza Intl. Airport and flight out.
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Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
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