Crack Climbing Course in El Chaltén, Argentina
Get ready for a two-day crack climbing course in Argentina, led by the skilled and certified local guide, Santiago. Regardless of your experience level, our thoughtfully crafted program provides the perfect opportunity to push your limits and elevate your climbing skills. Join us for this incredible journey and discover the thrill of crack climbing like never before!
Private
Andes
2 Days
Jan - Apr, Oct - Dec
Highlights
* Learn technical climbing vocabulary, proper usage of the equipment, basic and advanced techinques and much more
* Challenge yourself and take your climbing skills to the next level
* Aquire the confidence to start climbing even more difficult routes
Description
Discover the thrill of crack climbing in a two-day immersive experience at one of Argentina's finest crack climbing schools. Our program is designed to cater to participants of all skill levels for a full coverage of crack climbing techniques. If you want to develop your climbing skills to the next level and conquer more difficult climbing routes, this is the perfect opportunity!
After departing from El Chaltén, we'll make our way to the climbing area. Upon arrival, you'll receive a a comprehensive overview of the climbing equipment we'll be using as well as its usage methods, and techniques.
We'll demonstrate and practice various finger cracks, including the challenging Off-width cracks. Experience both top-rope climbing and lead climbing. To conclude our first day, we'll enjoy camping under the stars and a delightful barbecue together.
During our second day, we will further develop our top-rope climbing abilities, focusing on placing mobile protections, proper placements, efficient progression, and utilizing rests effectively. Additionally, we will delve into lead climbing techniques. As the day comes to a close, we'll make our way back to El Chaltén.
It will be a comprehensive and demanding course where you will learn technical vocabulary, as well as the correct usage of the climbing equipment and carrying gear. Additionally, we will acquire skills in Frontal and Lateral Climbing Techniques, specifically tailored for ascending small and medium-sized cracks
Our crack climbing adventure promises an exciting two-day experience; whether you're a novice or an experienced climber, our carefully designed program is an incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and elevate your climbing skills to new heights.
Come along and embrace the passion of crack climbing in the stunning landscapes of Argentina.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Transport during the trip
- Luggage transfer
- Permit and entrance fees
- Personal insurance
- Mountain guide expenses
- Rope
- Harness
- Helmet
- Belay and rappel devices
- Quickdraws
- Chalk
- Camping equipment tents
- Camping equipment sleeping bag
- Camping equipment sleeping pad
- Camping equipment cooking utensils
Price details
What's included: Insurance, rock climbing equipment group and individual- vhf and satellite communication - first aid kit – transfers – snacks
Itinerary
Day 1: Off-wifth and Top-Rope climbing Demostration
Transfer from El Chaltén to the climbing area. Brief description of the activity. Description of equipment, usage methods, and techniques to employ. Demonstration and techniques for each type of finger cracks up to Off-width. Top-rope climbing and lead climbing. Finally, we'll enjoy camping and barbecue.
Day 2: Learning Lead Climbing
Top-rope climbing, placement of mobile protections, placements, progression, and rests. Lead climbing. Return to El Chaltén.
Equipment you will need to bring
**For this rock climbing trip you will need:** * Backpack * Belay device * Harness * Rope * Sunglasses * Helmet
FAQs
What topics will be covered during the climbing course?
We adapt to each individual's skill level, covering all climbing techniques in a comprehensive and demanding clinic. We will learn the following topics:
• Vocabulary
• Equipment and protections
• Gear transportation
• Frontal and lateral climbing
• Technique for climbing small and medium-sized cracks
Jamming: widening and twisting
Progressions: Cross and layback
Base positions: Long, Natural, and Short
• Offwidth climbing technique
Base positions
Progressions
Butterfly, Hand-fist, fist-fist
• Chimney climbing technique
Half-body
Narrow
Medium
Wide
and much more!
What's included in the price?
The price includes the following:
Guiding fee
Transport during the trip
Luggage transfer during the trip
Group equipment
Personal equipment
Permit and entrance fees
Personal insurance
Personal expenses
Mountain Guide's expenses
Camping equipment
Accommodation
Insurance for rock climbing equipment (group and individual)
VHF and satellite communication
First aid kit
Transfers
Snacks
How experienced should I be for this course?
For this trip, it's advantageous to have prior experience in sport climbing. Good physical condition is also important.
What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?
About the guide
Santiago
Mountain Guide
Since I was 2 months old my parents took me to the mountains to go camping, I enjoyed the river and the lakes, the mountains... when I was 8 years old I started climbing thanks to my older brother and since then I could never make a pause... There were many stages in the mountain and climbing; from intensive national and international competitions representing Argentina, to repeated trips and expeditions through South America, Europe and USA doing important climbs, openings and overcoming difficulties up to 8c and V14.
I have been enjoying the vertical for 25 years now. A whole life is in the mountains. At the age of 19 I began my career as a Mountain Guide, achieving the national and international certification AAGM/UIMLA.
Years later, with a lot of hard work and dedication, I achieved the AAGM/GPER Professional Rock Climbing Guide Certification, being one of only six specialized guides in Argentina.
It has been fourteen years sharing experiences with people from all over the world, doing trekking, traverses, ascents, glacier walks, courses and climbs in different destinations in Argentina and what better way to share this with you!
Languages
Spanish
Certificates
UIMLA | AAGM
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