Climb Tupungato (6,570m) in the Andes near Mendoza, 18 days
Join certified mountain guide Luciano Badino on a unique 18-day Mendoza mountaineering adventure to the top of Tupungato in the stunning Andes!
Private
Andes
18 Days
Jan - Apr, Nov, Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Climb to the top of one of the most emblematic peaks in the Andes!
- Enjoy a challenging and safe mountaineering adventure to the top of Tupungato.
- Discover the stunning Mendoza mountains on an unforgettable 18-day trip.
Description
Would you like to climb Tupungato, one of the Andes most prominent peaks? Then join me on this thrilling 18-day mountaineering challenge to the top of this beautiful mountain in Mendoza.
At 6,570m, Tupungato is one of the highest peaks in the Andes, on the border between the Chilean Metropolitan Region and the province of Mendoza, in Argentina. Its name translates loosely to “viewpoint for the stars”, so you know you can expect some of the best stary skies you have seen. Climbing Tupungato is a unique mountaineering challenge, and though not technically difficult, it is physically demanding, whether you go up via the north, the west or the south routes.
On this adventure, we will set off from Mendoza city and enjoy a unique ascent as we climb Tupungato at a steady pace. We will make sure to acclimatize accordingly, and spend two extra days in the mountains in case there are any setbacks on the way. You will require a good fitness level to tackle the challenging climb, however, we will be there every step of the way to guide you and make sure you are comfortable. You can read a detailed itinerary of the program below.
So, are you ready to climb Tupungato and catch sight of the Andes from one of its most stunning vantage points? Then book your place now and start planning an unforgettable mountaineering adventure in Argentina.
Would you like to discover another one of the Andes top peaks? Then you can also join us on this 18-day adventure to the top of Cerro Walther Penk in Catamarca!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
- Mules and horses
- Tents
- Cooking utensils
- Avalanche equipment
- Snacks
Price details
- NOT INCLUDED
- Meals in Mendoza city
- All expenses arising from the abandonment of the trip
- Permission to enter Aconcagua Park. (http://www.aconcagua.mendoza.gov.ar/)
- Meals, drinks and other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary
- Bag and personal sleeping equipment
- Personal insurance
- Porters for high altitude equipment
- Porters for personal equipment
- Hotel / airport transfer (on return)
- Personal equipment
- Personal medication
- Air and land evacuations
- Room Service, Laundry, Beverages
- Internet, telephone and satellite communications, personal elements
- Liability insurance
- Hospitalization or medication of any kind
- Any other service not mentioned in included
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: Mendoza (760m / 2,493ft)
We will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to the hotel. You will enjoy the comforts of one of the best hotels in the city of Mendoza. (The food is not included)
Day 2: Mendoza / Tupungato 2,150m - 7.085ft
Breakfast. Transfer to Tupungato to El Cóndor Refuge (4 hours by private transfer). Recognition of place, enlistment of teams. Accommodation. Dinner.
Day 3: Tupungato / Real De Los Bayos 3,300m - 11,300 ft
Breakfast. Loading the mules for the subsequent departure to the Real de los Bayos (7hs), entering the provincial park Volcano Tupungato by the Santa Clara River and Tres Quebradas. Camp setup. Dinner.
Day 4: Real De Los Bayos / Base of Cerro Azufre 4,000 / 13,123ft
Acclimatization trek to the base of Cerro Azufre or foot of the Portezuelo and return to the Camp. (D, C)
Day 5: Real De los Bayos / Base del Cerro Azufre 4,000 - 13,123ft
Breakfast. Departure to the foot of Portezuelo, at 4000m. Depending on weather and on group conditions, we will cross the Portezuelo del Azufre at 4830m. to set up camp in the Alto Tupungato Valley. (D, L, C)
Day 6: Alto Tupungato Valley / Base Camp
Breakfast. Crossing the Tupungato River very early and ascent to the BC (4hs). (DLC)
Day 7: Base Camp
Acclimatization day.
Day 8: Base Camp / C1 Border Milestone 5,200 - 17,060 / Base Bonnet
Day 9: Base Camp
Rest day.
Day 10: Base Camp / C1 Border Landmark
Ascent to camp 1. (DLC)
Day 11 to 14: Camp 1 / Camp 2:Mula Muerta 6,000 - 19,685ft
Ascent to camp 2 Mula muerta (4hs).
Extra days added in case climate proves difficult.
Day 15: Camp 2- Base Camp
Descent to the Alto Tupungato Valley. Camp. (DLD)
Day 16: Alto Tupungato Valley / Real De los Bayos
Day 17: Real De Los Bayos / Tupungato / Mendoza 3,300m - 11,300ft
Arrival at El Condor Shelter. Transfer to the Hotel in Mendoza. Farewell dinner.
Day 18: Mendoza (760m / 2.493ft)
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport.
Equipment you will need to bring
Crampons
Water bottle
Backpack
Helmet
Poles
About the guide
Luciano
5.0
(4)
Mountain Guide
EPGAMT Mountain Guide from Mendoza, Argentina.
I always enjoyed the mountains, and started with mountaineering activities since a young age, so it was natural for me to become a mountain guide. I’ve been working for more than 15 seasons in Aconcagua, first as porter, then as Mountain Guide assistant, and now as Mountain Guide.
I climbed a lot of peaks all along the Andes mountain range, in Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru, including Aconcagua (6.962 mt – 27 ascents, through different routes like the North and the Polish glacier-), Co Plata (6.000 mt), Ojos del Salado (6.780 mt), Mount Pissis (6.850 m), C° LLullaillaco (6.723 m), C° Incahuasi (6.450 m), Vn Sajama (6.550 m), Vn Bonete Chico (6 750 m), Co Junción (5000 m), Toclaraju ( 6036m), Pisco (5750m), and the three summits of Tres Cruces 6.780m. I recently did my first expedition in the Himalayas, where I reached the summit of Mt Lhotse (8.516 mt).
I usually enjoy organizing expeditions to wild, off-the-beaten-track destinations, that need a complex logistic that you won’t find easily elsewhere.
I am fluent in Spanish, English and Italian.
Languages
Italian | English
What people are saying about Luciano
Giuseppe
Francis
both guides..Luciano and Mauricio were first class and so was this fantastic region. I be looking for an encore in the future. Francis Lawrence
Frank
Luciano was excellent. His local knowledge showed as he was able modify the itinerary of the trip as circumstances - such as weather - changed in order to ensure the expedition was a success. He is a deeply experienced mountaineer with sound judgement prepared to provide advice whilst ensuring you have fun. I would highly recommend his services.
Sergio
Personally, was more impressed with the road trip towards the mountain than the mountain itself, but it was definitely worth going. The lunar landscape in this remote area is absolutely awesome. The guide was well prepared, very friendly, and even a surprisingly good cook. The location is as far as you are likely to get from civilisation. The weather was also unusually good. But the mountain is tough and frustrating sliding down every step in the loose gravel and sand. Not everyone's cup of tea
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