Aconcagua Ascent

20 days - from $

Climb to the highest point in South America on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure Aconcagua is in Argentina, only a short distance from the Chilean border. It is the highest mountain in the Americas, as well as the highest in the Southern and Western hemispheres. At 6962 metres above sea level, it is a towering sentinel that attracts people from around the world to challenge themselves through unpredictable weather, freezing temperatures and adverse conditions to reach the summit and stand atop 'The Roof of the Americas’'.

This expedition offers those with a high level of fitness, determination and sense of adventure, the opportunity to climb one of the Seven Summits (the highest mountain in each continent). It is a difficult climb; however it is something which is possible to achieve without previous mountaineering experience provided you prepare well, both physically and mentally for the climb.

You will be climbing the North East (or ‘Normal’ Route), as this will provide the best opportunity for you to reach the summit. You will be fully briefed and instructed by our guides in techniques and procedures, giving you the necessary skills and confidence to help you achieve your goal. Each expedition member will have to carry their own personal equipment on the mountain and we must be prepared to work as a team for the expedition to be a success.

Highlights

• Climb Aconcagua

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive in Mendoza. Evening briefing.2: Drive to Penitentes. Prepare for trek.3: Begin trek up to Confluencia Camp. (3 hours)4-5: Acclimatisation walk to South Face (6 hours), and rest day at Confluencia.6-7: Walk to Plaza de Mulas (base camp - 8 hours) and rest day.8: Carry equipment to Camp 'Canada' and return to Plaza de Mulas (5 hours).9: Rest and acclimatisation day at Plaza de Mulas.10: Ascend to Camp 1 'Canada' (3 hours).11: Carry equipment to Nido de Condores (3 hours). Sleep at Camp 1 'Canada'.12: Ascend to Camp 2 'Nido de Condores' (4 hours).13: Rest and acclimatisation day at Camp 2.14: Ascend to White Rocks Camp (3 hours).15: Climb to summit from Camp 3 (8-10 hours to the summit, 3 hours return).16: Weather contingency day. Possible second summit attempt.17: Final trek down to Base Camp (3-4 hours)18: Walk down to Horcones Valley (7 hours) and drive to Mendoza (3 hours). Overnight hotel.19: Free day in Mendoza for optional activities.20: Trip ends in Mendoza this morning.
Included: Expedition leader, local guides and porters, transport, climbing instruction, meals, high altitude camping equipment, radio communications, cooks and mules on section of trek.
Not Included: Travel insurance, which must include high-risk mountaineering insurance; other meals in Mendoza, airport transfers, items of a personal nature; crew tips; personal climbing equipment. Any additional expenses associated with you deciding to leave the expedition early are also not included.
Meals: 19 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 15 dinners
Equipment Included: high altitude camping equipment, specialised medical kit
Valid From: 01 Jan 10
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Notes: Trekking Permits
The price quoted for trekking permits is subject to change by the Argentinean authorities or as a result of international currency fluctuations.
Starts/Ends: Mendoza to Mendoza
Trip Reference: PXTAA