17-Day Aconcagua Trek from Mendoza with Plaza de Mulas Base Camp

17 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Sign up for a trekking trip in Argentina and take on Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas. Camp at Plaza de Mulas, also called the "place of mules,"...

Duration: 17 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Strenuous · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Mendoza, Aconcagua · Languages: English, Russian

Know before you go: The expedition to Aconcagua begins in the resort town of Mendoza, also called Argentina's grape capital. This town is situated at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level. On arrival in Mendoza, you can sleep and rest.; The first transition to Confluence Camp (3300 m) is quite simple and takes only three to four hours. Some participants complete this part of the route in 1.5 hours.; Climbing to the summit of Aconcagua is planned for days 12-14, depending on the weather and the participants' well-being.; After the ascent, you descend to the base camp and celebrate the expedition's success.; There are more than a thousand wineries in the city. Alpinists can participate in fine wine tastings and buy the drinks they like.

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What's Included

Russian-speaking guide throughout the whole program
Argentine mountain guides (one for 3-4 people on the day of ascent)
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
Hotel in Mendoza (2 nights; double rooms with breakfasts)
Assistance in obtaining necessary permits
Transfer Mendoza-Puente del Inca-Mendoza
Hotels in Puente del Inca with breakfasts
Mules for equipment and food from Puente del Inca (Los Puquios) to Plaza de Mulas and back (personal baggage maximum of 20 kg)
Two nights in Confluence with full board
Base camp at Plaza de Mulas (5 nights)
Food and fuel for the upper camps
First-aid kit

Not Included

International flights
Climbing permit
Porters
Personal equipment
Additional costs associated with deviation from the program
Health insurance and expenses relating to evacuation in case of an accident
Personal expenses (drinks, internet, telephone calls, etc.)

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Mendoza and Equipment Check

Arrive in Mendoza and transfer to your hotel. Arrive in Mendoza and transfer to your hotel. Go on introductory walks around the city and check your equipment. Go on introductory walks around the city and check your equipment.
2

Day 02

Transfer to Penitentes and Trek to Confluence

Transfer to Penitentes (2700 m), sending the main cargo on mules to the Base Camp. Transfer to Penitentes (2700 m), sending the main cargo on mules to the Base Camp. Head towards the National Park entrance at Laguna Horcones and proceed to Confluence (3300 m, 2-3 hours). Head towards the National Park entrance at Laguna Horcones and proceed to Confluence (3300 m, 2-3 hours). Overnight at camp.
3

Day 03

Acclimatization Walk to Plaza de Francia

Go on an acclimatization radial walk to Plaza de Francia (4200 m) in the company of Argentine mountain guides, with views of the South Face (2700 m high; 4-5 hours). Go on an acclimatization radial walk to Plaza de Francia (4200 m) in the company of Argentine mountain guides, with views of the South Face (2700 m high; 4-5 hours). Return to the camp. Return to the camp.
4

Day 04

Trek to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp

Take a long walk (8-9 hours) to the main base camp, Plaza de Mulas (4350 m). Take a long walk (8-9 hours) to the main base camp, Plaza de Mulas (4350 m). Follow the path that runs along the broad valley of Playa Ancha. Follow the path that runs along the broad valley of Playa Ancha. Overnight at camp.
5

Day 05

Rest at Plaza de Mulas and Climb to Orkones Glacier

Rest in Plaza de Mulas (4350 m) and later set off on a short climb to the Orkones glacier. Rest in Plaza de Mulas (4350 m) and later set off on a short climb to the Orkones glacier. Overnight at camp.
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Day 06

Trek to Camp 1 at Plaza Canada

Trek from Plaza de Mulas to Camp 1, Plaza Canada (5000 m). Trek from Plaza de Mulas to Camp 1, Plaza Canada (5000 m). Overnight at camp.
7

Day 07

Ascent to Camp 2 at Nido de Condores

Leave Plaza Canada and head towards Camp 2, Nido de Condores (5400 m). Leave Plaza Canada and head towards Camp 2, Nido de Condores (5400 m). Overnight at camp.
8

Day 08

Climb to Cholera Camp and Descend

Climb to Cholera Camp (6000 m). Later, descend to Plaza de Mulas (4350 m). Climb to Cholera Camp (6000 m). Later, descend to Plaza de Mulas (4350 m).
9

Day 09

Rest Day at Plaza de Mulas

Take a rest day in Plaza de Mulas (4350 m). Take a rest day in Plaza de Mulas (4350 m).
10

Day 10

Return Ascent to Nido de Condores

Ascend from Plaza de Mulas (4350 m) to Nido de Condores (5400 m). Ascend from Plaza de Mulas (4350 m) to Nido de Condores (5400 m).
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Day 11

Climb to Camp 3 at Cholera

Climb from Nido de Condores (5400 m) to Camp 3, Cholera (6000 m). Climb from Nido de Condores (5400 m) to Camp 3, Cholera (6000 m).
12

Day 12

Aconcagua Summit Attempt

Attempt the ascent of Aconcagua Summit (6957 m). Attempt the ascent of Aconcagua Summit (6957 m). Descend to Camp 3 (6000 m). Descend to Camp 3 (6000 m).
13

Day 13

Weather Reserve Day

Keep this day in reserve in case of bad weather. Keep this day in reserve in case of bad weather.
14

Day 14

Second Weather Reserve Day

Keep this day in reserve in case of bad weather. Keep this day in reserve in case of bad weather.
15

Day 15

Descent to Plaza de Mulas

Descend to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp. Descend to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp.
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Day 16

Return to Mendoza and Farewell Dinner

Trek from the Base Camp to Laguna de Horcones. Trek from the Base Camp to Laguna de Horcones. Transfer to Mendoza. Transfer to Mendoza. Take part in some recreational activities and enjoy a farewell dinner. Take part in some recreational activities and enjoy a farewell dinner.
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Day 17

Departure from Mendoza

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Mendoza, Capital Department, Mendoza Province, Argentina · Tour start: Mendoza, Capital Department, Mendoza Province, Argentina — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.