13 days tour

360° Route - Aconcagua Summit

$ 4,285 .00 USD

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360° Route - Aconcagua Summit

This tour includes:

Transport

Transfers to and from the expedition start point

Guide

Professional, bilingual high-mountain guide

Accommodation

Hotel in Mendoza. Camping along trek route.

Meals

Meals included on the expedition (except day 1 & dinner on final night)

Not included:

Insurance

Medical evacuation insurance required for the summit. Travel adventure insurance also recommended.

Others

Park entrance fees for Aconcagua to be secured in Mendoza and paid for in cash at the tourism office

Flights

International & Domestic Flights not included (Domestic flgihts can be added on request)

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Itinerary of your trip 360° Route - Aconcagua Summit

  • Day 1 Day 1: Mendoza - Preparing For Entry To Aconcagua.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Mendoza - Preparing For Entry To Aconcagua.

      Our expedition begins in Mendoza, Argentina. Here equipment preparation begins that will be transported by the muleteers to Plaza de Mulas Steps for the permission to enter into the Provincial Park of Aconcagua. You’ll be given help with this administration. Stay in Mendoza.

      • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Day 2 Day 2: Mendoza – Penitentes (2,750M)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Mendoza – Penitentes (2,750M)

      Breakfast in accommodation. At 11:30 a.m. you’ll leave in the direction of Penitentes. At around 1:00pm stopping to have lunch in Uspallacta. The equipment that will be transported by the muleteers is sent in advance to the Plaza of Mulas and the equipment that also will be transported by the muleteers to Confluencia.

      • Accommodation: Lodge
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 3 Day 3: Penitentes - Pampa De Leñas – (2,950M)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Penitentes - Pampa De Leñas – (2,950M)

      Driving to the entrance of Punta de Vacas, where permits will be checked. Then; starting off towards Pampa de Leñas by walking 4 or 5 hrs. This is the beginning of the 3 day approach trek to base camp.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 4 Day 4: Pampa De Leñas - Casa De Piedra – (3,240M)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Pampa De Leñas - Casa De Piedra – (3,240M)

      Today advancing towards an intermediate camp, passing through the Quebrada de Vacas; for around 6 to 7 hrs. From here you’ll be able to see the first sight of the Western Face of Aconcagua.

      • Accommodation: Camp
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 5 Day 5: Casa De Piedra - Plaza Argentina (4,200M)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Casa De Piedra - Plaza Argentina (4,200M)

      Today you’ll be trekking for around 5 to 6 hrs, ascending the Relicho steep slope, which takes us to Inferior Plaza Argentina. Here you’ll be able to see the last native vegetation before climbing towards the glaciers, where Plaza Argentina is located for camp.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 6 Day 6: Plaza Argentina (Rest & Preparation)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Plaza Argentina (Rest & Preparation)

      Breakfast. Rest and preparation for the ascent.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 7 Day 7: Equipment & Food To Camp I “Canadá” (4,800M).
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Equipment & Food To Camp I “Canadá” (4,800M).

      Today is spent transporting equipment to Camp 1, before returning to Plaza Argentina, with lighter packs. During the load transportation to Camp 1, reaching an altitude of 4,800m, provides a good opportunity for further acclimatisation.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 8 Day 8: Plaza Argentina - Camp I “Canadá” (4,800M).
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Plaza Argentina - Camp I “Canadá” (4,800M).

      Breakfast. Starting the ascent to Camp 1 taking the first part of the Polish Route. After a 5 to 6 hour walk on easy terrain you’ll arrive at Camp 1 (4,800m). Installation of Camp.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 9 Day 9: Campo I “Canadá” – Campo Ii “Nido De Cóndores” (5,350M)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Campo I “Canadá” – Campo Ii “Nido De Cóndores” (5,350M)

      Breakfast. Continuing the ascent to the second camp, Nest of Condors. Impressive sight of the Mountain chain. You are high enough (over three miles above the Pacific) to grandstand above the smaller part of the Andes. Trek from 2 to 4 hours. Installation of camp.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 10 Day 10: Camp Ii “Nido De Cóndores” - Camp Iii “Cólera”
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Camp Ii “Nido De Cóndores” - Camp Iii “Cólera”

      Breakfast. Ascent to the third high field "Rage" or "Berlin". Time estimated from 2 to 4 hours. Installation of the High Field camp. This is a very important day, to rest early in the evening and with light dinner.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 11 Day 11: Camp Iii “Cólera” – Summit (6,962M) - Camp Iii “Cólera”
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Camp Iii “Cólera” – Summit (6,962M) - Camp Iii “Cólera”

      This day begins at 4:00 am., with a breakfast. You’ll climb the North Edge up to the refuge Independence, located at around 6,450 m. It is in this place where the sunbeams reach us for the first time during this day. You’ll encounter the " Portezuelo of the Wind ", where you must face strong winds even in days of relative calmness. From there voyaging on the top part of the West face and climb " The Canaleta ", a channel of 300 mts. that leads us to the summit edge. After The Canaleta, the " Edge of the Gump " represents an easy voyage up to the summit. The latter part normally takes us an hour. From the edge of the Gump we can observe directly under our feet the 3,000 mts. of vertical ice and rock of the South Wall of Aconcagua, considered to be one of the biggest walls of the world. At the summit is the ultimate prize: a sight of 360 º and the experience of personal feelings and indescribable emotions, which only are understood by experiencing it for yourself. The satisfaction of reaching your aim, coupled with the termination of the expedition, mean it is time to begin the asecent and make your way back to Mendoza. It is necessary to save some of your energy for the descent to the field 3.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 12 Day 12: Camp Iii “Cólera” – Plaza De Mulas
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Camp Iii “Cólera” – Plaza De Mulas

      Return from the Camp 3 up to the Camp Base, to enjoy dinner realized in the comfort of the Camp Base.

      • Accommodation: Camping
      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 13 Day 13: Plaza De Mulas – Penitentes – Mendoza
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Plaza De Mulas – Penitentes – Mendoza

      After taking down the camp and preparing the bundles that will be transported by the mules there is one final day of 7-8 hrs of trek that takes us via the Lagoon of Pitchforks and the meeting with the route, where our transport waits, that will lead us back to the city of Mendoza.

      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if you’re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 65

This experience is only available for adults within this age range.

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