Day 6: Rest day – Preparation of the ascent to Plaza de Mulas of our Aconcagua climb.
We take a quiet first day at Base Camp with plenty of time to rest, bathe, and explore the local terrain to get used to the altitude.
Day 7: transport to Canada
We gained 650m with a heavy load on this challenging day, walking thankfully for easy terrain. After leaving our equipment, we will return to the Base Camp to take advantage of the comfort and the lower altitude.
Day 8: Rest day – Preparation of the ascent to Plaza de Mulas
We take our last day of rest at Base Camp to regain strength, recover and make final preparations for climbing Aconcagua
Day 9: Camp Plaza Canada
The following day we get up early to start our ascent. We walked to Camp 1, called “Plaza Canada.” By now, the party should feel acclimatized, but we will be aware of the altitude and maintain a suitable rhythm.
Day 10: Nido de Cóndores Camp
Camp 2, called “Nido de Cóndores,” is located on a high pass at 5400 m
Day 11: Take to Colera
Today we take equipment to Camp 3, called “Camp Colera.” After leaving the equipment, we return to Camp 2 to sleep and give our bodies more time to adjust to the altitude.
Day 12: Camp Colera
We hiked for 4 hours to Camp 3 at North Ridge. We spent the afternoon getting ready for our tents, eating, and resting. We assess our status and make preparations for the summit.
Day 13: Summit of Aconcagua
This is the most challenging day of the expedition. We climb the North Mountain Range to the Independencia Refuge at approximately 6500 m. We ascend through the “Portezuelo del Viento,” we climb “La Canaleta,” and the “Filo del Guanaco,” which takes us to the summit. This hard work rewards us with a 360 ° view and an overwhelming sense of success against all odds. We descend to Camp 3 to spend the night.
Day 14: Buffer Day
Free days in case of bad weather conditions. We spend an additional three days to increase our chances of reaching the top, which risks delays due to weather, altitude, and unforeseen circumstances.
Day 15: Buffer Day
Free days in case of bad weather conditions. We spend an additional three days to increase our chances of reaching the top, which risks delays due to weather, altitude, and unforeseen circumstances.
Day 16: Return to Plaza de Mulas
We descend from Colera to Base Camp. We will enjoy a great dinner to celebrate our Aconcagua expeditions.
Day 17: Return to Mendoza
Return from base camp to Penitentes and return to Mendoza city.
From here, we take private transportation to the hotel in the city of Mendoza, where we will have our last dinner together.
Day 18: Fly home
We have breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport and say goodbye to Argentina.