Aerial view of Aconcagua\'s summit
 
 

ACONCAGUA ASCENT

Adult Group Holidays Tough + Walking & Trekking Serious Adventure

22 days from GBP3,999 to GBP4,099 including flights
Tripcode: TAA

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Countries Visited: Argentina

The classic ascent of South America's toughest trekking peak

Sunset at Camp Canada on Aconcagua

Aconcagua, at 6962m, is the highest peak in the world outside the Himalaya. While the climb is not technically difficult, the altitude, extremes of temperature and sometimes high winds require a high level of fitness, concentration and stamina. Our initial trek up the Horcones Valley takes us to base camp (4350m) for several acclimatisation hikes, training excursions and equipment carrying days before our attempt on the summit via a high altitude camp (5930m). The rewards for our determination are stunning Andean views and the possibility of standing on the roof of the Americas.

ACONCAGUA ASCENT
Day 1
Depart London.
Day 2
Arrive Buenos Aires; fly to Mendoza.
Day 3
Bus to Penitentes.
Day 4
Begin trek up to Confluencia camp.
Day 5
Acclimatisation walk to South Face; return to Confluencia.
Day 6
Rest day at Confluencia.
Day 7
Walk to Plaza de Mulas (base camp).
Day 8
Rest day at Plaza de Mulas.
Day 9
Carry equipment to Camp Canada; return to Plaza de Mulas.
Day 10
Rest Day.
Day 11
Ascend to Camp Canada.
Day 12
Carry equipment to Nido de Condores; sleep at Camp Canada.
Day 13
Ascend to Nido de Condores.
Day 14
Rest Day.
Day 15
Ascend to White Rocks Camp.
Day 16
Summit attempt.
Day 17
Spare day; possible second summit attempt.
Day 18
Descend to base camp.
Day 19
Walk down to Horcones Valley; drive to Mendoza.
Day 20
Free day to relax in Mendoza.
Day 21
Depart Mendoza.
Day 22
Arrive London.

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