Aconcagua
Cerro Aconcagua (6960m) is particularly impressive, rising 1000m above its neighbours and visible from the Pacific coast 100 kilometers away. Our itinerary allows optimum time for fitness and acclimatisation before attempting the 'normal route'. While the technical climbing challenges are not formidable, the combination of altitude, frequent changes of weather and the need to complete up to 12 hours of sustained climbing on summit day ensures that few ascents are straightforward. Our mountaineering guide Angel Armesto, who has climbed and led over 60 expeditions on Aconcagua, ensures your best chances of success.
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Price Includes |
(HK-19828-P) |
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21 breakfasts, 19 lunches and 18 dinners |
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expert climbing guide |
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group medical kit |
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mountain refuge accommodation |
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internal transportation |
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Aconcagua Provincial Park climbing fee |
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group camping equipment - including tents and cooking equipment |
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trekking services |
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Price Excludes |
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World Expeditions has competitive airfares to get you to the starting point of your chosen adventure. Make an enquiry for a full quotation including airfares, stopovers and any additional travel you wish to organize pre or post tour. |
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Demanding |
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Activity Days
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Itinerary
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DAY 1 Join Mendoza
DAY 2 Drive to Puente del Inca, gain first views of the South Face of Aconcagua
DAYS 3/5 Commence trek to Base Camp (4200m), source of Relinchos River
DAY 6 Rest day, acclimatisation
DAYS 7/8 To Camp 1 (5000m) – load carry return to Base Camp, rest day
DAY 9 Ascend to Camp 1, overnight
DAY 10 Load carry to Camp 2 (5800m), return to Camp 1
DAY 11 Ascend to intermediary camp on Ameghino Col (5400m)
DAY 12 Ascend to Camp 2, overnight
DAYS 13/17 Option to establish Camp 3 (5900m) or summit attempt direct from Camp 2
DAY 18 Descend to Base Camp
DAY 19 Contingency day
DAYS 20/21 Return to trail head, transfer to Mendoza
DAY 22 In Mendoza, trip concludes. |
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Accommodation
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Good quality accommodation in Mendoza. |
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