Aconcagua Summit
We invite you to climb Mount Aconcagua via the Normal Route, a non-technical route and a perfect option for an avid trekker in excellent physical shape. We´ll enjoy an amazing experience in the andes mountains..
About the Normal Route:
There are three main routes up Aconcagua Mount. The most popular is the Normal Route, it takes a direct path up the north west side of the mountain and requires no technical climbing. The route uses the well-known base camp called "Plaza de Mulas" at 4300 meters (14108 ft).
First climbed in 1897 by Matthias Zurbriggen, this route has since become the standard one for most climbers. Although the way does not require technical climbing, it should not be underestimated, the altitude makes the trekking extremely tough. Higher up there is snow and ice on the way to the summit, and temperatures will get below -30 degrees celsius. There are a further 3 little base camps after Plaza de Mulas.
We include in your expedition the best logistics of mules, food service, transfer, accommodation, porters and tents.
Day 01: Reception in Mendoza 760 m (2493 ft). Transfer from the Airport to the Hotel. Meeting with the Mountain Guide. Equipment check. Rental Gear. Accommodation in hotel.
Day 02: Climbing permit assistance (fee not included). Transfer from Mendoza to Penitentes 2580 m (8465 ft) 3 hours driving. Organization of the load for transfer in mules the following day. Dinner. Accommodation in Mountain refuge.
Day 03: Transfer from Penitentes to Horcones (Starting point of the trekking). Trekking of 3 hours to our first camp called Confluencia 3400 m (11154 ft). Accommodation in tent at Confluencia camp.
Day 04: Trekking from Confluencia to South Face viewpoint 4000 m (13123 ft). 7 hours of trekking. Accommodation in tents at Confluencia. Medical Check.
Day 05: Trekking From Confluencia to the Base Camp called Plaza de Mulas 4300 m (14108 ft). 9 hours of trekking. Accommodation in tents at the base camp.
Day 06: Free day at the Base Camp. Medical Check. Accommodation in tents at the base camp.
Day 07: Climbing of Bonete Peak 5019 m (16.466 ft) and back to the base camp. Bonete Peak is a mountain close to the base that have an amazing view of the Northwest face of Aconcagua. 8 hours of activity. Return to base camp. Accommodation in tent at the base camp.
Day 08: Carry of expedition equipment From the Base Camp to Camp #1, 4900 m (16076 ft). 6 hours of activity. Return to base camp. Accommodation in tent at the base camp.
Day 09: Free day at the Base Camp. Last preparations to start the final stage of the ascent. Accommodation in tent at the base camp.
Day 10: Move from the base camp to camp #1, 4900 m (16076 ft). 4 hours of activity. Accommodation in tents at camp #1.
Day 11: Move from camp #1 to camp #2 called Nido de Cóndores 5400m (17716 ft). 5 hours of activity. Accommodation in tents at camp #2.
Day 12: Free time at camp #2. Accommodation in tents at camp #2.
Day 13: Carry equipment and food from camp #2 to camp #3 and back to camp #2 to spend the night.
Day 14: We move to camp #3 called "Colera” 6000 m (19685 ft). Final preparations for the summit day. 5 hours of activity. Accommodation in tents at camp #3.
Day 15: Summit Day 6962 m (22841 ft) Return to camp #3. 12 hours of activity. Accommodation in tents at camp #3.
Day 16: Descent to the base camp of the normal route "Plaza de Mulas” 4300 m (14.108 ft). 5 hours of activity. Accommodation in tents at the base camp.
Day 17: Descent from the base camp to Penitentes. Drive to Mendoza city. 5 hours of activity. Accommodation in hotel in Mendoza.
Day 18: Breakfast. End of services.
Day 19: Extra day in case of bad weather conditions.
Day 20: Extra day in case of bad weather conditions.
- Accommodation during the expedition
- Private ground transportation to and from your hotel
- Professional and bilingual mountain guide service
- Complete services (Food, tents, mules, porters, base camp services)
- Entrance to Aconcagua Park
- Personal equipment
- Rescue expenses derived from the abandonment of the expedition
- Meals in the city of Mendoza
- Departure time: Consult
- Return to the hotel: Consult
- If you need a personalized program, contact us using our form below or via e-mail / whatsapp, so that way we can provide a special proposal, according to your interests and needs.
- It is recommended to make reservations in advance.
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