Stay in high tech tents at Base Camps along the route.
Experience breathtaking views, climbing through the awe-inspiring Andes mountain range.
Achieve something incredible, summiting the 6961m high Aconcagua.
Take on a phenomenal challenge, embarking on a mountaineering challenge to reach the summit of Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America at 6961m, and one of the 'Seven Summits'. An eminently achievable peak, no technical mountaineering skill is required to reach the top, though experience in using crampons and ice axe is required, as is a significant amount of physical and mental resilience.
Take a journey to the top of the highest mountain in South America.
A significant undertaking, however, no technical climbing skills are required.
A great acclimatisation programme during the adventure to maximise chances of summit success.
Aeropuerto Internacional El Plumerillo - Mendoza
Acceso A Aeropuerto Internacional Gabrielli F. J.
Las Heras
Mendoza
Argentina
Fly to Mendoza, transfer to the hotel. Remainder of the day to explore the city.
Private vehicle transfer to Los Penitentes.
Starting from the Horcones Valley at 2950m, trek to Confluencia at 3390m.
An acclimatisation day trekking to Plaza de Francia, to uncover the first views of Aconcagua, before returning to Confluencia to overnight.
Trek to base camp at Plaza de Mulas. Toughest day so far, climbing 1000m.
A rest day to acclimatise to the altitude.
Acclimatisation exercise, climbing to Bonete Peak at 5004m.
Carry equipment and supplies to Plaza Canadá at 5050m, before returning to Plaza de Mulas.
Final rest day before commencing the ascent. Final gear check and preparation.
Ascent to Camp 1 at Plaza Canadá.
Climb to Camp 2, the Nido de Condores at 5560m.
Further ascent, pushing on to Camp 3 at Colera, at 5970m. This is the final camp before the summit bid.
Starting early in the morning, climb the North Ridge to the Independiencia Refuge at 6250m, following the route to the base of the canaleta, and a 300m scree climb leading to the summit ridge. From here, an hour of demanding progress leads to the Cresta del Guanaco, the ridge joining the south and north summits of Aconcagua, where the final push leads to the summit at 6960m. Time to appreciate the achievement and take photos, before returning to Camp 3 to celebrate.
One of two spare days. The lead guide will use these days to the best effect in securing summit success for the team.
One of two spare days. The lead guide will use these days to the best effect in securing summit success for the team.
Descend from Camp 3 to Base Camp.
Continue the descent to the ranger station, taking a transfer to Mendoza.
Transfer to the airport to start the journey home.
This trip takes responsibility seriously and ‘goes the extra mile’ to ensure that your presence in this country is entirely positive.
All guides and partners are hand picked to ensure that every aspect of your trip operates to the highest standard and reflect the strong values, ethics and joy of travel.
This commitment to Responsible Travel is mutually beneficial without compromising the countries and communities touched or the depth and uniqueness of your adventure.
Let’s help keep these wonderful places precious.
All crew are paid proper wages and are treated with respect and dignity. This trip with IMEC, IPPG and KPAP, all not-for-profit organisations that focus on improving the working conditions of porters.
Travellers are given the opportunity to mitigate some of the environmental impacts of flying by supporting community and conservation initiatives.
This trip is a proud supporter of the Leave No Trace and Travellers Against Plastic campaigns, which help educate travellers on the impact of travel and provide practical guidance for enjoying the outdoors responsibly.
Deposit
£1109.80
Price per person (inc deposit)
£5549.00
At each stop, the staff and services, cooking, water, hygiene, etc., was a cut above the other companies. But well beyond that, and most importantly, our guide, Vicente 'Micki' Lopez, was absolutely spectacular in every fashion. Professional, experienced, thorough, friendly and even an EMT! The other guides, even from different camps, deferred to his knowledge and leadership.
And, now I can speak for each in our group, at all times we felt his first priority was our safety. Indeed, when it became apparent that two of our team should go no further, he made the right decision, got them to a stable environment and continually monitored their status. And to be quite frank, I don't think I either could have summited if not for his guidance nor been permitted to do so if my health became of any concern. In fact, all the Grajales guides and staff shared this common philosophy. And trust me, from some of the stories and occurrences we witnessed, this was not as common throughout the camps as one might expect. | Bill
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