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20-day expedition via normal route to Aconcagua
Follow Andy, an EPGAMT certified mountain guide, on this 20-day program to Aconcagua and reach the summit of the highest peak in America.
Andes
20 Days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
Fit
Intermediate
Description
Ascending the Aconcagua is a must for anyone looking for a true mountaineering challenge!
At 6,962 meters , the astonishing Aconcagua is the highest summit in the American continent. It is located in the Argentinean province of Mendoza, the starting point of our trip.
In order to set off on our way to the summit, we’ll first have to go through the Horcones Valley to Confluencia camp. Then, we’ll reach Plaza de Mulas, which will be our base camp for several days. On this expedition, we’ll take the normal route that goes from the southern to the northeastern side of the mountain. This is the most popular route taken by mountaineers to reach Aconcagua’s summit. For a detailed description of the itinerary, please take a look at the bottom of the page.
Take into account that this ascent is not technically difficult, but it is very demanding physically. Therefore, it is mandatory to have a good fitness level as well as background mountaineering experience. Of course, I will do my best to help and assist you at all times.
So, if you find this expedition to Aconcagua exciting, all you have to do is send your request now. Get ready to experience the wonders of this incredible peak!
I also offer an expedition to Ojos del Salado volcano, in Chile. Check it out!
Itinerary
Day 1: Mendoza
Transfer to Mendoza. Night in hotel.
Day 2: Penitentes
First, we’ll go to Los Penitentes ski center. Then, we’ll have dinner and spend the night in a hotel there.
Day 3: Horcones - Confluencia
We’ll transfer to Horcones. Then, from there we will begin the trek to Confluencia (3,400 meters). Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 4: Plaza Francia
We will go on an acclimatization trek to Plaza Francia, the balcony of the southern side of the mountain. Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 5: Plaza de Mulas
Challenging ascent to Plaza de Mulas camp (4,280 meters). Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 6: Rest day in Plaza de Mulas
Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 7: Cerro Bonete
Acclimatization ascent to Cerro Bonete (5,000 meters). Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 8: Rest day in Plaza de Mulas
Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 9: Plaza Canadá - Plaza de Mulas
First, we’ll go to Plaza Canadá camp (5,000 meters). Then, we will return to Plaza de Mulas. Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 10: Rest day in Plaza de Mulas
Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 11: Plaza Canadá
Ascent to Plaza Canadá. Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 12: Nido de Cóndores
Ascent to Nido de Cóndores camp (5,400 meters). Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 13: Rest day in Nido de Cóndores
Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 14: Plaza Cólera
Ascent to Plaza Cólera camp (5,930). Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 15: Summit day
Finally, on day 10 we will begin the long and challenging ascent to the summit. Then, we’ll return to Plaza Cólera. Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 16: Extra days in case of bad wheather
Day 18: Return to Plaza de Mulas
Night in tents. All meals included.
Day 19: Mendoza
First we’ll descend to Horcones and then transfer you to the city of Mendoza. Night in hotel.
Day 20: Departure
After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the airport and say goodbye.
Details
Accommodation 1 night in a hotel in Penitentes (dinner and breakfast included).
2 nights in a hotel in Mendoza (breakfast).
2 nights in Confluencia camp (all meals).
6 nights in Plaza de Mulas camp (all meals) |
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About the guide
I´m Andy Jones, I was born in Rosario, Argentina's capital of the pampas (flatlands). During my early career I worked as a physical educator (a job I’m still very proud to keep), but I eventually moved to Mendoza and live there for the last 27 years.
I have been feeling a deep attraction to the environment for years, specially for the high altitude, as much as a sport option or an spiritual refuge. I have climbed every sort of Andean mountain since I started climbing in the 80s. I also climbed several high peaks including the highest in Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.
For the last 23 years I’ve been working as a High Altitude Mountain Guide. During the Southern Hemisphere summer my job has been focused on Aconcagua, leading expedition teams to the summit, where I’ve been 48
times.
I am a relaxed and easy going person, who really loves to introduce people in the high altitude experience, being able to help them enjoy this magic challenge, providing specific logistic, accurate security criteria and dedicated commitment.
What people are saying about Explore-Share
Teodora Jugrin
5.00
Nov 19, 2021
I had a very good experience booking the hike through Explore-Share. Communication with the team was prompt and clear and the booking process was seamless. The trip itself was also just perfect. Uroš was a fantastic guide, highly skilled and talented. The hike felt safe at all times, even on more exposed routes, thanks to him. He was always up to date on the weather forecast and planned the days around it, checked the conditions on the route ahead of me, if needed, discussed and adapted the routes to my level and always made sure I was safe and comfortable. I highly recommend him, as well as Explore-Share.
SG
5.00
Oct 25, 2021
Explore Share is a really usefull website that has a great overview of reviewed guides for a (in our case) hiking/climbing trip. During the booking I got assigned an assistent for Explore Share that helped solve questions that I might have. Great customer service, and I will come back again.
Dan Laufer
5.00
Oct 17, 2021
Explore-share was easy to use and the staff and guide w ere very responsive. The trip descriptions were accurate and the pricing reasonable. I would definitely recommend the site for people looking to do guided hiking.
Mac
5.00
Oct 13, 2021
Excellent!! Great guide and service. I had a very good experience. Id do it again.
Amanda Gardner
4.00
Sep 14, 2021
Guide was very experienced and very patient with us. We learned a lot and he tried to fit in all the knowledge he could in one day, super awesome. A little tough going back and forth to get the trip set up hard to tell if the site is sketchy until you see reviews but all worked out. Ended up with an awesome day with an awesome guide. Overall pretty satisfied and thankful!
Meret Schädler
5.00
Sep 14, 2021
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john mcevoy
4.00
Sep 10, 2021
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Catherine Derroitte
5.00
Aug 25, 2021
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5.00
Aug 2, 2021
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Ibolya Kovacs
5.00
Jul 5, 2021
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Prices per person
Group of 2 | USD 4732 Each |
Group of 3 | USD 4526 Each |
Group of 4 | USD 4423 Each |
Group of 5 | USD 4320 Each |
Want a different number of travellers?
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Dinner
- Group porters
- Breakfast
- Accommodation included
- Transport during the trip
Price details
Not included: flights, personal equipment, personal insurance, meals not included, porters for personal equipment, permits, drinks in Penitentes dinner, tips.
For booking assistance
Our experienced outdoor adventure team is ready to help you boost your experience and will assist you throughout the whole process, from the moment you choose a program until you return from your trip.
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