Cerro El Plata 9-day climb from Mendoza, Argentina
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Join certified mountain guide Sebastián Satke on a thrilling 9-day Cerro El Plata climb from Mendoza, Argentina and discover the wonders of the Andes!
Andes
9 Days
Jan - Mar, Nov, Dec
High
Intermediate
Description
Would you like to discover one of the most amazing mountains in the Andes? Then join me on this Cerro El Plata 9-day climb from Mendoza.
At 5968 m.a.s.l, Cerro El Plata is the highest mountain on the El Plata range in the Andes. This stunning peak boasts many mountain huts and is well-prepared for mountaineering adventures. It is often climbed by mountaineers that wish to train for more challenging climbs such as Aconcagua.
On this 9-day adventure, we will set out from Mendoza city and drive first to Vallecitos, where we will start our trek. Every day, we will enjoy approximately 4 hours of hiking and high mountain life. On summit day, we will put our stamina to test on a longer full-day climb that will reward us with stunning views. Finally, we will return to Mendoza.
Please keep in mind that this is a demanding program. You will need to have a good fitness level and some prior mountaineering experience. Of course, I will be there to help and guide you every step of the way!
So, are you ready to climb to the top of Cerro El Plata? Then book your place now and join me on this 9-day adventure in Mendoza!
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Meeting point: Mendoza.
Last minute purchases, equipment check and equipment rental if necessary. Transfer to Vallecitos and short hike, depending on the arrival time. Overnight: mountain hut at 2850 m.a.s.l.
Day 2: Porting to Camp 1
Porting to C1, Piedra Grande (3400 m.a.s..)
Distance: 3.9km approx.
Elevation: 550 meters
Walking time to Piedra Grande: 3 hours
Return to mountain hut.
Day 3: Moving to Camp 1
Ascent to the Piedra Grande camp (3400 m.a.s.l)
Walking time: 3-4 hours
Day 4: Rest
Rest and acclimatization day with soft walks.
Day 5: Moving to Camp 2
Ascent to C2, El Salto (4200 m.a.s.l)
Distance: 2.9km away
Elevation: 800mts
Walking time: 4hs – 5hs approx.
Day 6: Rest and acclimatization
Short walks in the area, preparing the team to try to summit.
Day 7: Summit day
Hike to the summit of Cerro Plata 5968 m.a.s.l
Elevation: 1768 mts
Distance: 6.9km
Time to the summit: more than 9-12hs
Return to El Salto camp.
Day 8: Return to Mendoza
Day 9: Extra day
In case of bad weather, we have scheduled an extra day into our program.
Equipment you will need to bring
Crampons
Ice axe
Water bottle
Backpack
Poles
Sunglasses
Goggles
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