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South America : Mt. Aconcagua Climbing Expedition
Our route is the less-taken Polish Glacier Traverse route
which is a more unique and beautiful approach than the “normal”
one. It is slightly longer, which helps with acclimatization, but as
with our Himalayan climbs, we will follow a good “climb-high,
sleep-low” schedule to ensure proper adjustment to altitude. Although
our aim will certainly be to reach to top, this will be considered “icing
on the cake”. All participants are encouraged to go with the attitude
that they will have a wonderful trek and time exploring the upper reaches
of the mountain, and if weather, acclimatization and other factors are
in our favour, the summit will be achieved! |
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(6,962 meters / 22,840 feet) the summit of Mt. Aconcagua is the highest
point on the planet outside of Asia. It ranks second behind Mt. Everest
among the seven highest continental points (“seven summits”).
Located in the spectacular Andean range along the border with Argentina
and Chile, Aconcagua rises majestically (1200 meters / 4,000 feet) above
its neighbours, and is part of a provincial park protecting 71,000 hectares
of terrain. Climbing the peak is definitely challenging, but requires
very little technical climbing experience, so anyone in excellent physical
condition has a good chance to summit, and large numbers of people do
so every year. |
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Detailed ItineraryDay 1: Arrive Mendoza, Argentina (760 meters / 2,500 feet)Transfer from airport to hotel in Mendoza. Lodging. Day 2: Puente del Inca (2,725 meters / 8,900 feet) (182kms / 113 miles)Aconcagua Park permit purchase. Welcoming lunch. Drive to Puente del Inca. Lodging. Day 3: Pampa de Lenas (2,800 meters / 9,100 feet)Transport to Quebrada de Vacas (trailhead). Hiking to Pampa de Lenas. Camp. Day 4: Casa de Piedra (3,200 meters / 10,500 feet)Hiking to Casa de Piedra. Camp. Day 5: Plaza Argentina (4,200 meters / 13,700 feet)Hiking to Plaza Argentina Base Camp. Day 6: Plaza ArgentinaRest day at Base Camp. Day 7: Plaza ArgentinaCarry to Camp 1 and back to Plaza Argentina. Day 8: Plaza ArgentinaRest day at Base Camp. Day 9: Camp 1 (4,950 meters / 16,240 feet)Move to Camp 1. Day 10: Camp 1Carry to Camp 2 and back to Camp 1. Day 11: Camp 1Rest day at Camp 1. Day 12: Camp 2 (5,800 meters / 19,000 feet)Move to Camp 2. Day 13 & 14: Contingency DaysDay 15: Summit (6,962 meters / 22,841 feet)Camp 2 to Summit (traverse to Normal Route) and back to Camp 2 Day 16: Plaza ArgentinaDescent to Plaza Argentina. Camp. Day 17: Pampa De LenasHiking to Pampa de Lenas. Camp. Day 18: MendozaHiking to Quebrada de Vacas (trailhead). Transport to Puente del Inca. Drive to Mendoza. Overnight in hotel. Day 19: MendozaTransfer to airport.
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Synopsis Trip grading: Length: 19 days from Mendoza, Argentina.
Land Cost: $2690 USD (based on minimum 4 participants). Excludes $200-$300 permit fee payable directly in Mendoza to Aconcagua Park Dept. For participants who live at or near sea-level, we highly recommend an extended acclimatization itinerary beginning 2 days earlier than scheduled trips (21 days total, $230 extra). Note: Over the years, we have had many successful expeditions to Aconcagua, including one led by C.H.E. Director Joe Pilaar. Don’t hesitate to contact Joe directly at info@himalayanexpeditions.com
or 1-800-563-TREK (8735) if you would like to speak to him personally about the climb. You can also contact Canadian Himalayan Expeditions directly for more information. |
