Expedition to Mount Aconcagua, 6962 m
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Join E-S Latam Adventure Guides Team, on this 12-day trip to Aconcagua, the highest summit in South America!
Group
Andes
12 Days
Jan
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Climb Aconcagua with the help of a truly experienced local guide.
- Join an intensive 12-day program to the top of South America's highest mountain.
- Catch awe-inspiring sights of the Andes range from its very highest point.
Description
Join me on this mountaineering expedition to climb Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America!
Aconcagua is part of the Andes mountain range and is located in the province of Mendoza, Argentina. It is one of the Seven Summits (the highest mountains in each of the seven continents) and a unique mountaineering feat.
Climbing Aconcagua is a memory that you will forever treasure. I’ve been +36 times to Aconcagua, and each time is as fascinating as the first one. On this program, we will tackle Aconcagua straight on. It will take us between 12 to 14 days to get to the summit and back, so you will need adequate training. However, keep in mind that although dealing with altitude and having a good fitness level is key, Aconcagua is a non-technical climb. You can find a detailed itinerary below and keep in mind that it can change depending on group and weather conditions.
With good weather, you’ll be able to enjoy an incredible 360° view from the summit that you’ll never forget: infinite mountains, glaciers, and snow-capped peaks, including views of the stunning Cerro Mercedario and Cerro Tolosa. You can read the experience of a climber I guided in 2016 in this blog article.
So, are you ready to climb to the highest mountain in the Americas? Then contact me now and let’s start planning an amazing adventure. I look forward to being your guide!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Permit and entrance fees
- Porters
Price details
- A minimum of 2 people is required for group dates to take place.
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: Penitentes
From Mendoza to Penitentes (2700 m).
Day 2: Confluencia
At Penitentes, mules loading. Trek from Penitentes to Confluencia (3400 m). Camp at around 3PM.
Day 3: South Wall-Confluencia
From Confluencia, acclimatization trek to the South Wall (4200 m, 6-7 hours). Then return to Confluencia.
Day 4: Plaza de Mulas
From Confluencia to Plaza de Mulas (4300 m). The trek lasts around 7 hours.
Day 5: Rest day
Plaza de Mulas (rest day).
Day 6: Nido de Cóndores and back
From Plaza de Mulas to Nido de Cóndores (5500 m, 6-7 hours). Then back to Plaza de Mulas.
Day 7: Rest day
Plaza de Mulas. Today will be a rest day.
Day 8: Nido de Cóndores
From Plaza de Mulas to Nido de Cóndores (5500 m).
Day 9: Summit day
From Nido de Cóndores to summit (6960 m). Back to camp. The trek lasts around 14-16 hours.
Day 10: Backup day
Backup Day.
Day 11: Plaza de Mulas
From camp to Plaza de Mulas.
Day 12: Santiago
From Plaza de Mulas to Mendoza or Santiago. End of Expedition.
Day 13 to 14: Extra days
Extra days in case of bad weather.
Details
More info
I will provide: communication and VHF radio, first aid kit and pulse oximeter. I recommend a backpack of about 65 L.
PERSONAL GEAR.
MOUNTAIN BOOTS, PLASTIC OR LEATHER TREKKING BOOTS 3 PAIRS OF SOCKS UNDERWEAR LONG, PREFERENCE CAPILENE OR POLIPROPILENE PANTS OF POLAR OR SIMILAR WINTHER SHIRT POLAR JACKET PARKA AND DOWN JACKET WIND PROOF PANTS GLOVES AND OVER MITS EXPEDITION BALACLAVA SUN HUT SUN GLASSES SLEEPING BAG AND SLEEPING PAD PACK OVER 75 LTS. WATER BOTTLE AND THERMO HEAD LAMP AND SPARES KNIFE POCKET SKI OR TREK POLES CRAMPONS DUFFLE BAG FOR LOAD THE MULES SUN FILTERS, DIAMOX. DOCUMENTS, BOOCK, MUSIC…
- NON-STOP FLIGHT OPTIONS FROM LONDON TO MENDOZA (*)
From London to Buenos Aires:
- Airline: Norwegian Air UK LGW-EZE (13 h 40 m) US$774 round trip
- Airline: British Airways LHR-EZE (13 h 50 m) US$1,216 round trip
From Buenos Aires to Mendoza:
- Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas AEP–MDZ (1 h 55 m) US$115 round trip
- Airline: LATAM Operated by Latam Airlines Argentina AEP–MDZ (1 h 52 m) US$117 round trip
- NON-STOP FLIGHT OPTIONS FROM NEW YORK TO MENDOZA (*)
From New York to Buenos Aires:
-Airline: United EWR–EZE (11 h 5 m) US$1,005 round trip
- Airline: American - LATAM Operated by American Airlines for Latam Airlines Argentina JFK–EZE (10 h 44 m) US$1,083 round trip
- Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas - Delta JFK–EZE (10 h 55 m) US$1,270 round trip
From Buenos Aires to Mendoza:
- Airline: Aerolineas Argentinas AEP–MDZ (1 h 55 m) US$115 round trip
- Airline: LATAM Operated by Latam Airlines Argentina AEP–MDZ (1 h 52 m) US$117 round trip
(*) Total price includes taxes + fees for 1 adult. Additional bag fees and other fees may apply.
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About the guide
E-S Latam Adventure Guides
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Mountain Guide
Tomás and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides, leaders and rock climbing instructors (Alvaro, Juliana, Merlin, Rodrigo, Armin, Alfredo, and Camila) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Latin America.
Whether you wish to climb some of the most stunning mountains in the Andes or discover the vibrant peaks of Central America, among other amazing options, you will find yourself in good hands with this lively team of professional local guides that will not only show you the top spots in Latin America for outdoor adventures but also, bring you closer to the colorful local cultures of the places that you visit with them.
Tomás will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.
Pick one of the E-S Latam Adventure Guides' programs and start planning an unforgettable experience in the beautiful mountains of Latin America!
Languages
French | English
Certificates
AAGM | IFMGA
What people are saying about E-S Latam Adventure Guides
Christopher
We wish we could have Simon as our guide on every trek we do. His mountaineering experience and extensive knowledge of the area was impressive and definitely enhanced the trek for us. On top of this, we got along great with Simon and appreciate his easy going personality and sense of humor. We will definitely request Simon as our guide for the next hike we do from El Chalten!
Jim
Thoroughly recommended. Daniel is an excellent guide and we had a great day out.
Pranav
Chase
This was a fantastic mountaineering trip to Ecuador. The altitude was a bit of a challenge, but Ramiro did a great job with the acclimatization schedule leading up to the taller mountains. Overall, this was a challenging experience given the altitude of the climbs as well as the back-to-back climbing of four mountains. I would highly recommend this excursion for anyone who wants to experience a fantastic country/culture as well as someone who wants to gain some nice experience mountaineering!
Kally
Fredy Tipan is like a superhero of the outdoor world. He knows absolutely everyone, has climbed and guided in the most epic of locations all around the world, knows the mountains like old friends, and really loves what he does and who he does it for. Our trip was completely messed up after an issue with our airline tickets. We weren't going to be able to leave until a week after our planned departure which jeopardized our entire trek with Fredy. We didn't expect him to take any sort of responsibility in replanning as it was our mistake that caused the airline issue but he absolutely did. Within days he rearranged the entire trek so that we would be able to summit all our desired peaks without cutting the days down and without changing the cost. He is a class act and an incredible guide and I'd say my husband and I both consider him a friend as well. We will definitely be booking another trip with Fredy Tipan and recommend him to anyone looking for the real deal in outdoor Guides. Thank you, Fredy!
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