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Aconcagua

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    Price
    $9600 *
    Deposit
    $1500
    Duration
    23 days
    Difficulty
    Level 4
    Type
    Mountaineering

    *DOES NOT INCLUDE CLIMBING PERMIT.

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Aconcagua

Aconcagua

dollar sign Price / Deposit

$9,600* / $ 1,500

Meter Difficulty

Level 4

Clock Duration

23 days

Climber on cliff Type

Mountaineering

Meaning Sentinal of Stone, Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the world outside the Himalaya, towering over the rest of the Andes. It is an excellent peak for climbers to build their expedition and mountaineering skills.

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Day 1

Travel

Depart U.S.A. Travel to Mendoza, Argentina (MDZ) typically takes 18 - 27 hours from the U.S. depending on your departure city, available connections, and flight times.



Day 2

MENDOZA • 2,449' | 746M

Upon arrival in Mendoza take a taxi from the airport to our hotel. After checking into your room, time is available to explore the city and its many beautiful parks, or simply relax by the pool. At 5:00 pm in the hotel lobby we gather for our first team meeting. Overnight in Mendoza.

Arrival In Mendoza



Day 3

MENDOZA • 2,449' | 746M

Today is all about preparation. After a thorough equipment check, we'll organize and pack our gear for the expedition, carefully distributing loads for the mules to transport to Base Camp. With our tasks complete, we'll have time to explore the city and enjoy another delicious dinner.Overnight in Mendoza. (B)



Day 4

Pampa de Las Leñas • 9,000' | 2,743M

With all our gear packed and loaded we depart Mendoza and head west towards Aconcagua. Once at the trailhead we begin the approach to Base Camp at Plaza Argentina. We make our way into the heart of the Andes as we ascend the gentle, winding trail of the Vacas Valley. Team members carry 20 to 25 pounds in their packs; mules carry the remaining personal and group gear. Our first camp is at Pampa de Las Leñas (9,000'). (B, D)

Pampa De Las



Day 5

Casa de Piedra • 10,550' | 3,216M

We continue towards Base Camp as the Vacas Valley opens up and the surrounding mountains grow taller. We are greeted by impressive views of the Eastern Face of Aconcagua as we reach our second night's camp at Casa de Piedra (10,550'). (B, D)

Casa De Piedra



Day 6

PLAZA ARGENTINA BASE CAMP • 13,800' | 4,206M

We complete the approach to Base Camp by following the Relinchos Valley to Plaza Argentina. Base Camp (13,800') is on a glacial moraine overlooking the river valleys of our approach. We unpack our climbing gear carried by the mules and establish camp. (B, D)

Aconcagua Base Camp



Day 7

REST AND ACCLIMATIZATION DAY • 13,800' | 4,206M

We relax and adjust to the new altitudes while we focus on packing and organizing our gear for the mountain. (B, D)

Rest And Acclimatization At Base Camp



Day 8

Carry to Camp 1 (16,200’) • 13,800' | 4,206M

Our trek ends and the climb begins with our first carry of the expedition. We climb to Camp 1, caching a portion of our supplies and equipment. We descend to Base Camp to sleep. (B, D)

Carry To Camp 1



Day 9

REST AND ACCLIMATIZATION DAY • 13,800' | 4,206M

We continue to build upon our acclimatization today with a hike outside of camp. We rest in the afternoon and make the final preparations for our move to Camp 1. (B, D)

We allow for flexibility in our mountain itinerary for considerations such as weather, route conditions, acclimatization and the strength of the climbing team. This allows us to move higher when the weather permits and climbers are ready, not just because of the need to adhere to a pre-determined schedule. Our experienced guides closely monitor climbers’ performance and acclimatization throughout the team’s ascent and may make day-to-day variations in order to better your chances of reaching the summit.

Rest And Acclimatization At Base Camp



Day 10

Move to Camp 1 • 16,200' | 4,938M

We leave Base Camp with our remaining gear and climb up to occupy Camp 1. (B, D)

Move To Camp 1



Day 11

Carry to Camp 2 (18,000’) • 16,200' | 4,938M

Today we get our first view to the north across the expansive scree fields above the Guanacos Valley. The snow covered peaks of the central Andes spread out in the distance. (B, D)

Carry To Camp 2



Day 12

Move to Camp 2 (GUANACOS CAMP) • 18,000' | 5,486M

Shouldering the rest of our gear we climb to Camp 2. (B, D)

Move To Camp 2



Day 13

Carry to Camp 3 (19,600') • 18,000' | 5,486M

We continue traversing high above the Guanacos Valley to our High Camp and leave a cache of gear before returning to Camp 2. (B, D)

Carry To Camp 3 (piedras Blancas At 19,600')



Day 14

REST AND ACCLIMATIZATION DAY • 18,000' | 5,486M

In anticipation of our summit bid, we stay at Camp 2 resting and acclimatizing before moving higher. (B, D)

Rest And Acclimatization At Camp 2



Day 15

Move to Camp 3 (PIEDRAS BLANCAS CAMP) • 19,600' | 5,974M

We climb to our High Camp, setting up camp and preparing for our push to the summit. (B, D)

Move To Camp 3



Day 16

Summit Day (22,841' | 6962M) • 19,600' | 5,974M

Making an early alpine start, we climb out of camp to join the Ruta Normal. A gradual traverse along the mountain's northwest flank takes us past the abandoned Refugio Independencia and to the base of the Canaleta, a 1,000' high couloir leading to the summit ridge. Upon reaching the top of the Canaleta, a straightforward traverse leads to the summit. After celebrating on the summit, we descend to High Camp for the night. (B, D)

Summit Day On Aconcagua!



Day 17

Weather Day

This extra day is scheduled into the itinerary in case we encounter poor weather or need additional time for acclimatization. Having this extra day has proven to dramatically improve the team's success. (B, D)

Weather Day



Day 18

Weather Day

Another extra day. (B, D)



Day 19

Weather Day

Another extra day. (B, D)



Day 20

PLAZA DE MULAS BASE CAMP • 14,271' | 4,350M

We leave High Camp and descend to Base Camp at Plaza de Mulas. A 5,200’ descent down the west side of the mountain to enjoy one of the biggest base camps outside of Everest. We’re treated to a nice dinner and take in the new perspective of the mountain as we watch the sun set on the summit. (B, D)

Descend To Base Camp



Day 21

MENDOZA • 2,449' | 746M

We begin early to take advantage of the cooler air as we descend the Horcones Valley and back out to the road. We finish the trek at Horcones and transfer to Los Penitentes in the afternoon. After packing our gear, we leave Los Penitentes and return to Mendoza. Our final evening in this beautiful city is the perfect place for our team celebration. Overnight in Mendoza. (B)



Day 22

TRAVEL DAY

Depart Mendoza for scheduled flights back to the U.S. (B)



Day 23

TRAVEL DAY

Arrive home.

Key: B, L, D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included.