Aconcagua 6.962 m - Normal Route

Scaling the highest summit of the Americas presents an unparalleled mountaineering challenge —a pinnacle experience for every mountain enthusiast! Conquering Aconcagua embodies both a physical and mental trial, a testament to our resilience and determination. It invites adventurers to embark on a journey into the heart of the Central Andes, offering an opportunity to immerse ourselves alongside our expert guides in an unforgettable experience at the Colossus of America. From this vantage point, we'll be treated to breathtaking views of the Andes and cascading glaciers adorning their peaks.

Itinerary

Day 1
We’ll meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel, where you’ll have a talk with our guide in order to clear any doubts and check your equipment. In the evening, enjoy dinner with the guides in a local restaurant. Max altitude: 750 m / 2460 ft Lodging: Hotel in Mendoza

Day 2
Transfer from Mendoza to Las Cuevas (3,150 m / 10,335 ft). Luggage handed over to the transport company. Overnight in shared cabins. Dinner included. Max altitude: 3,150 m / 10,335 ft Lodging: Shared cabins.

Day 3
Transfer from Las Cuevas to the entrance of Aconcagua Provincial Park. Entry into the park and hike to Confluencia Camp (3,450 m / 11,319 ft). 3 hours of activity. Max altitude: 3450 m / 11,319 ft Lodging: Tent

Day 4
Acclimatization hike to Plaza Francia to admire the imposing South face of Aconcagua, return and spend the night at Confluencia. Max altitude: 4000 m / 13,123 ft. and back to 3450 m Lodging: Tent

Day 5
Hike from Confluencia to base camp Plaza de Mulas (4,350 m / 14,272 ft). 8 hours of activity.  Max altitude: 4350 m / 14,272 ft Lodging: Base camp tent

Day 6
Rest day and mandatory medical check at Plaza de Mulas. Max altitude: 4350 m / 14,272 ft Lodging: Base camp tent

Day 7
Ascent from Plaza de Mulas to Camp Canadá (5,050 m / 16,568 ft) and  gear carry. Return to Plaza de Mulas. 6 hours of activity. Max altitude: 5004 m / 16,568 ft and back to base camp at 4350 m. Lodging: Base camp tent.

Day 8
Rest Day and medical check before starting the ascent to higher camps. Max altitude: 4350 m / 14,272 ft Lodging: Base camp tent

Day 9
Ascent from Plaza de Mulas to Camp Canada. Max altitude: 5050 m / 16,568 ft Lodging: Tent

Day 10
Ascent from Camp Canada to Camp Nido de Condores. Max altitude: 5550 m / 18,209 ft Lodging: Tent

Day 11
Rest day Camp Nido de Condores. Max altitude: 5550 m / 18,209 ft Lodging: Tent

Day 12
Ascent from Nido de Cóndores to Camp Berlin. Max altitude: 5,950 m / 19,521 ft Lodging: Tent

Day 13
Summit Aconcagua. We’ll start early morning (3 AM approx.) to push for our final goal - the Aconcagua summit (6,962 m)! We’ll be ascending 1,000 meters to reach the summit and descend back to the Camp Berlin. Max altitude: 6.962 m / 22,841 ft Lodging: Tent

Day 14
After a reach breakfast, we will take down camp and descend to celebrate at Plaza de Mulas (4,350 m). 4 hours of activity. Descent to 4350 m / 14,272 ft Lodging: Base camp tent

Day 15
Descent from Plaza de Mulas  to Las Cuevas, 8 hours aprox. Transfer to Mendoza. Descent to 3,150 m / 10,335 ft Lodging: Hotel in Mendoza 

Day 16
Extra day

Day 17
Transfer from hotel in Mendoza to the airport and departure

Price: 6.500 US$*
* min. 3 clients

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Included

Certified professional mountain guide

Private transfers (Hotel in Mendoza –    Aconcagua Park – Hotel in Mendoza)

2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Mendoza

1 night in a shared cabin in Las Cuevas

Mule transport for up to 30 kg of personal gear per person

Full board and accommodation at base camps

Porters for group expedition gear and food  

Shared use of high-altitude dome

WiFi access at base camps

Bathroom access at base camp

Optional showers at base camp

Waste management and removal

Assistance with climbing permits

Personalized gear rental advice

Not Included

Personal accident insurance (mandatory) - -

Costs incurred due to evacuation or withdrawal from the expedition (e.g. rescue, evacuation, porters, accompanying guides, base camp accommodation, etc.)

Climbing permit (mandatory)

Personal protective and camping gear (clothing, sunglasses, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, etc.)

Transfers to and from the airport Personal gear porters

Lunches and dinners in Mendoza

Food and beverages not mentioned in the program

Domestic or international flights, or any other service not specified in the program, such as restaurant meals, drinks, laundry, tips, etc.