ARGENTINA
Mt.Aconcagua (6,961m) mountaineering expedition
Join us in Argentina to climb Mt.Aconcagua via normal route (18 days)
Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere and the tallest peak outside Asia. It is often a gateway expedition for climbers preparing for 7,000–8,000 m objectives — a test of endurance, logistics, and decision-making at extreme altitude.
Climbed via the Normal Route, Aconcagua is a non-technical ascent, but the scale, altitude, and exposure to wind and cold make it a serious undertaking. Success depends on strong systems, conservative pacing, and respect for the mountain’s rapid weather changes.
This expedition is designed around gradual acclimatization, multiple carries, and contingency days, maximizing summit chances while maintaining safety margins. The route passes through vast glacial valleys, high camps set on barren ridges, and culminates in a long summit day to nearly 7,000 meters.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrive Mendoza (760 m), transfer, briefing and permit check
2 — Mendoza → Penitentes / Puente del Inca, logistics and rest
3 — Horcones trailhead → Confluencia Camp (~3,400 m)
4 — Acclimatization hike to Plaza Francia (~4,200 m) → return to Confluencia
5 — Confluencia → Plaza de Mulas Base Camp (~4,300 m)
6 — Rest and acclimatization at Plaza de Mulas
7 — Carry to Camp Canadá (~4,950 m) → return to Base Camp
8 — Move to Camp Canadá (~4,950 m)
9 — Carry to Nido de Cóndores (~5,550 m) → return to Camp Canadá
10 — Move to Nido de Cóndores (~5,550 m)
11 — Rest and acclimatization at Nido de Cóndores
12 — Carry to Berlin / Colera (~5,900 m) → return to Nido
13 — Move to High Camp (Berlin or Colera, ~5,900–6,000 m)
14 — Summit Aconcagua (6,961 m) → descend to High Camp or Nido
15 — Descend to Plaza de Mulas (~4,300 m)
16 — Plaza de Mulas → Horcones → return to Mendoza
17 — Contingency / weather day
Day 18 — Depart Mendoza
Dates
December-February (18 days)
Region
Argentina
Difficulty
Moderate
Price
Inquire
Trip Deposit:
US$2,000
Leader
To be announced
Group Size
Minimum 4 climbers