Expeditions > South America > Aconcagua

Trek:  Aconcagua/Ameghino & Upper Guanacos Route
Highest Altitude:  6962metres
Duration:  18 Days Trekking, 2 Nights Mendoza, 20 Days Total
Price: $3900 
Grade:  Trekking – Moderate Scramble

Trip Dates:  December 15th 2011 - January 4th 2012 & January 9th 2012 – January 28th 2012

The price is based on a minimum group size of 4 persons. For larger groups discounts on the listed price are available.

Only recently opened the route offers a pristine alternative to the heavily travelled Normal route.  The route ascends Aconcagua by way of the Horcones Valley offering beautiful views of nearby glaciers and peaks.  Although the route is harder than the Normal route it offers a higher rate of summit success.  

Mules are used to carry all the equipment to base camp (4200metres) but after this all gear for higher camps has to be carried by the group.  We use a double carry strategy between camps allowing all members of the group ample time for acclimatisation; you will be expected to carry 15 kg to 20 kg between camps.  Rest days are used to help aid with acclimatisation and porters are available for hire at base camp for those not wishing to carry too much gear between camps. 

Aconcagua is a very demanding peak and it is essential that those wishing to join the expedition are in good physical shape. You will be accompanied on the expedition by both European guides and local guides giving you the best possible chance of summit success and the best possible time on Aconcagua. 

Included in the trek

Bilingual Mountain guides (Ratio guide to client 1 -3)
Mules for return transportation of gear to base camp (20kg per person)
Porters for transportation of tents between higher camps
Mountain Hardware or North Face tents
All common gear including, sleeping mats and cooking equipment
All meals and drinking water on the mountain
Full dining room setup at base camp to include tables chairs and mess tent
Two nights stay at the NH Hotel in Mendoza
One Nights stay at the Penitentes
Private transportation from Mendoza to Aconcagua
Airport pickup
Use of Satellite phone on per minute basis
VHF radio equipment
Trained medical staff, doctor available at base camp
Charging of electronic devices at base camp
Any assistance while in Argentina

For a full itinerary and trip information email us at: info@lavaexpeditions.com