Climb Cerro del Bolson in Catamarca and Tucuman, Argentina

Climb Argentina's remote Sierras del Aconquija and summit the mighty Cerro del Bolsón with Franco, a certified local guide!

Group

Andes

6 Days

All year

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Ascend the formidable Cerro del Bolsón
Discover this 5,550-meter giant in the remote Sierras del Aconquija.
Ensure a safe summit push with a long approach and crucial acclimatization period.

Description

Join me, a certified local guide, on an adventure to climb Cerro del Bolsón, in Argentina's remote Sierras del Aconquija!

This peak stands at a formidable 5,550 meters (18,208 feet), demanding both respect and preparation. With an impressive prominence of over 2,500 meters, the climb requires a long approach and a crucial period of acclimatization to ensure a safe and successful ascent.

The adventure begins in the city, where we'll meet before heading to the mountain base at a lofty 3,000 meters above sea level. After spending the night at a welcoming farm, Day 2 kicks off our trek with an ascent to Camp 1, situated at 3,900 meters (expect 6-8 hours of activity). The next day, we climb from Camp 1 to Camp 2, reaching a height of 4,700 meters (plan for 5-6 hours).

Day 4 is summit day, where we conquer the peak at a thrilling 5,550 meters before returning to Camp 2 (a challenging 8-10 hour effort). Finally, Day 5 takes us back down the mountain, concluding our journey with a transfer back to the city.

Excited to test your endurance and witness incredible landscapes? Contact us now to book your place on this amazing adventure.

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back
Permit and entrance fees

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival day

Meet in the city and transfer to the base of the mountain. 3000 meters above sea level. Night at the farm.

Day 2: Ascent to Camp 1

Start the trek. Ascent to Camp 1 at 3900 meters above sea level. Camp 1. 6/8 hours of activity.

Day 3: Journey to Camp 2

From Camp 1 to Camp 2. Camp 2 at 4700 meters above sea level. 5/6 hours of activity.

Day 4: Summit

Summit day. 5550 meters above sea level. and return to Camp 2. 8/10 hours of activity.

Day 5: End of tour

Descent and transfer to the city.

Equipment you will need to bring

Water bottle

Backpack

Poles

Sunglasses

About the guide

Franco

Trekking Guide

I graduated from the Provincial School of High Mountain and Trekking Guides (EPGAMT). Rock climbing, Medium and High Mountain, traverses, Glacier hiking, Running tours, Trail MTB. Argentina: Andes Range, North, center and South area of the country; Aconcagua, Cordon del Plata, Incahuasi, Ojos del Salado, Nevados del Aconquija, Calchaquies summits, Tuzgle, Nevado del Acay, Llullaillaco, Southern Patagonian Icefield. Bolivia: Real Range - Huayna Potosi, Little Alpamayo. Peru: Blanca Range - Nevado Ishinca - Nevado Urus

Languages

English | Spanish

Certificates

EPGAMT

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