6-day ascent to Cerro Vallecitos in Mendoza

Follow Julian, AAGM certified mountain guide, on this 6-day guided ascent to Cerro Vallecitos (5,550 m) in Mendoza and discover one of the most popular ascents in this region!

Group

Andes

6 Days

Dec

High

Intermediate

Highlights

* Experience one of the most popular ascents in the region.

* Discover Mendoza's unique and exotic culinary delights.

* Upgrade your mountaineering skills with the help of an expert local guide.

Description

Thanks to its easy access and spectacular views from the top, Cerro Vallecitos has become an increasingly popular spot in the Andes. Come with me on this 6-day ascent and discover one of the main peaks of the Cordon del Plata range!

Located approximately 80 km from the city of Mendoza, Cerro Vallecitos is one of the most spectacular mountains to tour in this province. This ascent is an ideal opportunity for those climbers who are looking to go up higher mountains in the area.

During this adventure, we’ll visit unique places, admire remote landscapes and from its summit, climbers will be rewarded with spectacular views of Mount Aconcagua (6,962 m) (the highest mountain outside Asia) Cerro Plomo (5,424 m), Cerro Juncal (6,110 m) and many other spectacular peaks of the mythical Cordillera de los Andes.

Our meeting point will be in Mendoza City and from there we’ll transfer to the Vallecitos area where we’ll spend our first night in a cozy and comfortable refuge (2,800 m). During the days to come, we’ll explore some nearby summits located at 3,100 and 3,300 meters and we’ll continue ascending from camp to camp with the help of mules that will carry our equipment. This will allow us the proper acclimatization needed in order to get to the summit in the best possible conditions.

Whether you want to prepare for your Aconcagua ascent or are just looking to discover one of the most beautiful peaks in Mendoza, this 6-day guided tour will be an amazing mountaineering experience. So, what are you waiting for? Send your request!

Looking for more hiking adventures in Argentina? You might also be interested in this 3-day guided trek in Lanin National Park

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Meeting in the city of Mendoza

From the beautiful city of Mendoza we’ll transfer to the Vallecitos area.

We’ll enjoy a delicious dinner all together and I’ll check each participants equipment.

Overnight at the refuge at 2,800 meters.

Day 2: Acclimatization process

We’ll begin with the acclimatization process by walking from our refugee to some nearby summits located at 3,100 and 3,300 meters. Then, we’ll return back to our refugee to have lunch.

During this walk our things will be carried by mules to the camp of Piedra Grande.

After lunch we’ll start a gentle ascent with little weight until we reach our first camp that is 3 hours away and located at 3,500 meters.

Day 3: Stepanek peak

We’ll continue with our acclimatization process and we’ll ascend the Stepanek peak (4,150 m).

In the afternoon, we’ll descend to our camp to rest.

Day 4: El Salto camp (4,250 m)

In the morning after breakfast, we’ll ascend to our next camp El Salto located at 4,250 meters.

Participants will have mules to help them. The first part of this path will be quiet and easy, until the last stretch where the terrain will get a little bit more challenging.

Once we arrive, we’ll set up camp and have a picnic.

Day 5: Cerro Vallecitos Summit

Attempt of summit to Cerro Vallecitos.

We will leave at 6 am and our first goal will be to ascend the junction between Cerro del Plata and Cerro Vallecitos. From there, we’ll turn right and continue ascending all the way up to the summit (5,500 m).

From the highest point we’ll return to El Salto Camp to spend our last night in the mountains.

The whole journey will take about 8/9 hours.

Day 6: Last day

In the morning we’ll return back to our shelter where the vehicles will be waiting to continue our journey to the city of Mendoza.

Details

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All participants should be at least 18 years old.

Necessary equipment:

80 lts backpack *Sleeping bag -10 / -20º *Insulated mattress *Coats *Sun hat *Rain jacket *Synthetic fabric clothing (3 shirts / 1 or 2 leggins) *Trekking pants *Trekking poles *Gloves *Sunscreen *Water bottle, minimum 2lts *Front headlight with new batteries *Personal hygiene items *Insect Repellent *2 plastic bags *Cooking and eating supplies (plate, cutlery and plastic bottle)

Meeting point

Mendoza City

About the guide

Julián

Mountain Guide

Lives in San Martín de los Andes (North Patagonia) for 12 years now, but has worked as a mountain guide in the Glacier National Park leading expeditions to the Patagonian Southern Ice Field (22 times) and also to high mountains in Mendoza.

For several winters led groups in the mountains of the Cordillera Real in Bolivia and in the Cordillera Blanca and the Cordillera Huayhuash in Perú.

Now he works during summer guiding ascents to different volcanoes and also guides mountain bike tours. During winters works exclusively on avalanche training.

Languages

English

Certificates

EPGAMT | AAGM

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