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Arrival at the Airport in Mendoza and transfer to the hotel. Get together with the mountain guide and other participants, mutual briefing of the exact itinerary of the upcoming days in a cosy atmosphere.

DAY 1: Mendoza (760m)

Transfer from Mendoza to Las Cuevas in private Shuttles, 2-3h. Last preparations for our climb (as for example collection of the permit). Dinner and overnight in Las Cuevas (flight to the basecamp this day if the conditions are good)

DAY 2: Mendoza – Las Cuevas (3151m)

Transfer to the entrance of the Horcones Valley Park and helicopter flight to the Basecamp Plaza Argentina (if not already yesterday).

DAY 3: Las Cuevas – Basecamp Plaza Argentina (4200m)

Today we are off! Ascent to Camp 1 (4877m) through a stunning landscape following the 360° route. After arriving we enjoy the first high camp and then return to basecamp for sleeping.

DAY 4: Basecamp Plaza Argentina – Camp 1 – Basecamp Plaza Argentina (4200m)

acclimatisation day Basecamp – Camp 1 (4877m)

DAY 5:

DAY 6: acclimatisation day Camp 1 – Col (5300m)

Ascent from Camp 1 to Camp 2 (5456m). We will settle in Camp 2 – sourrounded by stunning scenery.

DAY 7: Camp 1- Camp 2 Guanacos (5456m)

Spare day for bad weather or acclimatisation at Camp 2 to start on the next day with much more power.

DAY 8: Restday

Ascent to the beginning of the polish glacier to Camp 3

DAY 9: Camp 2 Guanacos – Camp 3 (Polish Glacier) 5850m

Today we want to climb the summit. We have to get up very early and start our direct way crossing the polish glacier to the highest point of South America. The way includes snow, ice flanks up to 50° and an exciting rock chimney to climb, so variety is guaranteed. While Walking up we have a fantastic view. The last meters, we walk on a ridge and will meet the mountaineers, who did the ascent on the normal route. From the summit you will enjoy the view with the Andes, deserts and sometimes you can even see the pacific ocean too. After these stunning moments we descend on the normal route down to camp 2.

DAY 10: Camp 3 – SUMMIT (6962) – Camp 2 Guanacos

Today we will do a rapid descent to basecamp.

DAY 11: Camp 2 – Basecamp

When the weather is good, we want to fly out by a helicopter. While doing so, we have the possibility to enjoy the fantastic view on Aconcagua for the last time. After the flight, we ride back to Mendoza in a van. Once arrived, we can relax and celebrate our successful expedition together.

DAY 12: Basecamp – Penitentes – Mendoza

If you have changeable flights, it is possible to leave today, if a spare day is not needed.

DAY 13: Spare day for bad weather

Individual flight back home or to an ongoing Destination.

DAY 14: Adiós Argentina!

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Meet in Mendoza. You can arrive at any time, check in, rest and shake off the jetlag

Day 1

Meet for breakfast. Guide Briefing and Gear Checks. Free time to explore Mendoza. Team Dinner

Day 2

Finalize permits and group transport to Penitentes (8,500ft | 2,591m)

Day 3

Mule assisted day hike to first trekking camp, Pampa de Lenas (9,490ft | 2,893m)

Day 4

Mule assisted day hike to second trekking camp, Casa de Piedre (10,640ft | 3,243m)

Day 5

Mule assisted day hike to Base Camp at Plaza Argentina (13,840ft | 4,218m)

Day 6

Rest and acclimatization Day at Base Camp (13,840ft | 4,218m)

Day 7

Load carry to Camp 1 (16,400ft | 5000m) and return to Base Camp. About 2.5miles each way

Day 8

Move to Camp 1 with gear. Overnight at Camp 1

Day 9

Load carry to Camp 2 (18,000 ft | 5,486m) and return to Camp 1 to sleep. About 2 miles each way.

Day 10

Move to Camp 2 with gear. Overnight at Camp 2

Day 11

Load carry to Camp 3 (19,740ft | 6,016m) and return to Camp 2. About 1.4 miles each way.

Day 12

Day 13

Move to Camp 3 with gear. Overnight at Camp 3

Day 14

1st potential summit day. Summit Elevation: 22,841 ft, 6,962m Elevation Gain: 3,100 ft, 945m Distance Traveled one way: 1.9 miles

Day 15

Descend to Base Camp at Plaza de Mulas (14,400 ft, 4,389m), finishing the traverse of Aconcagua.

Day 16

Trek out from base camp to Penitentes and drive to Mendoza, arrive late. 18 miles, 30 km

Day 17

Day 18

Day 19

Day 20

Aconcagua Guided Team Climb And Traverse

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Penitentes to Confluencia, 3300m (10,827’): Breakfast at hotel, private transport to the National Park, trek 3-4 hours to camp

Acclimatization hike to Plaza Francia, 4150m (13,615’): Day hike to Plaza Francia, camp at Confluencia

Confluencia to Plaza de Mulas, 4300m (14,108’): Hike 18km (11miles) to the next camp. Walking time: 5-8

Acclimatization hike to Plaza Canada, 4900 meter (16,076’)

Plaza de Mulas to Plaza Canada, 4900meter (16,076’): Hiking time: Approximately 4 hours

Plaza Canada to Nido de Condores, 5600m (18,373’): Hiking time: Approximately 5 hours

Nido de Condores to Colera, 5950m (19, 520’): Hiking time: Approximately 3-4 hours

Colera – Summit – Colera – 6962meter / 22,841’: Start around 2am. Average round trip time is 12 hours

Plaza de Mulas to Mendoza: Hiking time: 8 hours

Arrival to Mendoza, 900m (2,953’):Transfer from airport to hotel and have dinner with the team

Drive to Penitentes, 2300m (7,546’): Orientation meeting and gear check, rent/buy and necessary equipment, and acquire permits

Inka Expediciones

We have breakfast and then start the descent from Plaza de Mulas to Puente de Inca. 
There is a private transport waiting to take us to the hotel in Mendoza City.
Transportation: Horcones – Penitentes – Mendoza – Accommodation: Hotel in 
Mendoza double or triple room – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box

Descent to Puente de Inca / Mendoza

Breakfast at the hotel. End of services.
Accommodation: Not included – Meals: Breakfast

Mendoza

Our expedition begins in Mendoza, Argentina. On your arrival to the international airport 
in Mendoza, an INKA Expeditions representative will be waiting for you. After receiving 
you, he will drive you to your Hotel and after you rest, a group meeting will follow and 
you will be introduced to your guides and team members. 
Accommodation: Hotel double or triple room / Transportation: Airport – Hotel in 
Mendoza

Mendoza – Altitude: 760 m

After breakfast we will go to get the entrance fee at the Aconcagua Park Office. Then 
after organizing your luggage, we will be transported with the guides to Inka’s office to 
meet the staff and finalize arrangements; pay the remaining balance, get the required 
vouchers. From the office, we will be driven along a picturesque road to the mountain. 
After 3 hours of travel, we arrive to Puente de Inca, where we will spend one night. In 
the afternoon, we prepare the equipment for transportation to the base camp by mules. 
This day is concluded with dinner and rest.
Transportation: Mendoza – Puente de Inca/ Meals: Breakfast & Dinne

Mendoza / Puente de Inca – Altitude: 2700 m

Next day, we drive you to Horcones, Aconcagua Park Entrance, where we get our first 
view of the mountain. After permits are checked at the Ranger station we then head 
off to Confluencia, at 3390 m and once there, you will organize your personal gear, 
drink some tea and enjoy dinner.
Transportation: Puente de Inca – Horcones – Accommodation: Double Tents/Dormitory Dome Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner

Puente de Inca / Confluencia –Altitude: 3390 m.

We’ve included this day in order for you to acclimatize better and increase your 
chances to summit. We’ll trek for about 5 hours until we arrive to Plaza Francia 
Viewpoint where we can enjoy the impressive Aconcagua South Wall. This is one of the 
nicest points of the expedition and you will have a breathtaking first view of Aconcagua 
that you will never forget.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & 
Dinner

Trekking to Plaza Francia ViewPoint - Altitude: 4000 m.

We will begin our second approaching day trekking into Plaza de Mulas, the base camp 
for our expedition. Early in the morning we start our walk across "Playa Ancha" 
(meaning wide beach) it’s a deserted and always windy valley. We slowly gain altitude 
walking up to the Horcones Superior Valley. After 8-9 hours hiking across Playa Ancha 
and climbing up through a very steep path; "Cuesta Brava" (meaning Rugged Slope), 
we reach Plaza de Mulas, at 4300 m. By the end of the day most of us will feel the 
altitude.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & 
Dinne

Trekking to Plaza de Mulas - Altitude: 4300 m

The first day in Base Camp is always a rest day. This is a good opportunity to familiarize 
yourself with the Camp, take a shower and explore the area. We get together with the 
guides, do a medical checkup, reorganize and review the equipment, prepare the loads 
and organize food for transportation for the next day. This is the time to get to know the 
climbers from other parts of the world and to meet the people that work in the camps.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Rest day at Plaza de Mulas - Altitude: 4300 m.

The following morning we will carry some of our equipment and food to Camp 1, called 
"Plaza Canada". We keep our backpacks light and carry as little as possible in order to 
be able to gradually adapt to the altitude. During the load transportation to camp 1, we 
reach a level of 5050 m. It is very important to maintain the adaptation of our body to 
altitude, to achieve good acclimatization. Then we return to Plaza de Mulas.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Carry of equipment to Camp 1- Altitude: 5050 m

After the hard days of carrying and climbing, we rest and recover our energy at Base 
Camp. We want everyone to have the best possible chance to acclimatize and achieve 
summit.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Rest day at Plaza de Mulas- Altitude:4300 m

After having breakfast we start our ascent to Camp 1. After walking 5-6 hours on easy 
terrain we arrive to Camp 1 (5050 mt). We meet with the supplies that we brought the 
day before, assemble the camp and then we divide load for following days of carry. We 
then rest and have dinner.
Accommodation: Double Tents– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Ascent to Camp 1 “Plaza Canada”- Altitude: 5050 m

On this day, we move from Plaza Canada to Camp 2 named “Nido de Cóndores” at 
5550m. This is when we start enjoying the real beauty of high altitude, ascending more 
and more, surrounded by a spectacular view of the Andes. It is very important to control 
the adaptation of our body to altitude, and continue to monitor our acclimatization.
Accommodation: Double Tents– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Ascent to Camp 2 “Nido de Condores” - Altitude: 5550 m

This day is dedicated to improving the acclimatization to altitude. The guide may 
propose different activities according to the condition of the group. We take the 
opportunity to rest and give our body more opportunities to acclimatize.
Accommodation: Double Tents– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Acclimatization at Camp 2 - Altitude: 5550 m

Early in the morning, after breakfast and after disassembling our tents, we start ascending to Camp 3. Plaza Colera sits at the same altitude as the Berlin refuge, strategically 
situated for its altitude and cover from winds. From there, we have unforgettable views 
of the highest peaks of the Central Andes. We set up our last high altitude camp here. 
The Guide individually reviews each member of the group and gives his final recommendations. We also plan the final strategies for the last day of ascension to assure 
success in reaching the summit. We have dinner and rest.
Accommodation: Double Tents– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Ascent to Camp 3 “Plaza Colera” –Altitude: 5970 m

The day begins at 5:00 am. This is the most demanding day of our expedition. We 
continue on the Normal Route up to Independence Refuge (6380 m). This is normally 
where we see the first sun rays of the day. We ascend the "Portezuelo del Viento" 
where we can experience strong winds, even on calm days. We pass by the superior 
part of the Western face and climb "La Canaleta", a 300 m channel that takes us to 
edge of the summit. From here we go through the Filo del Guanaco, which leads us to 
the summit. There we can directly observe under our feet the Southern Wall of the 
Aconcagua, considered one of the largest faces in the world. An indescribable feeling 
of satisfaction takes over as we reach the summit at 6962 m, where is waiting for us 
a 360° view and the experience of achievement that you only finally understand once 
you reach it. After sharing these moments of accomplishment and emotion with our 
expedition mates we then return to camp 3.

Summit day - Altitude: 6962 m.

We consider these two days spare days in case of bad weather. If we do not use them, 
we can stay at Base Camp to rest and enjoy the mountain. 
Accommodation: Double Tents– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Reserve day

Return from Camp 3 to Base Camp. We will have a special reception and have a 
celebration dinner.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Return to Plaza de Mulas- Altitude: 4300 m.

Aconcagua Normal Route 18 days

Our expedition begins in Mendoza, Argentina. On your arrival to the international airport 
in Mendoza, an INKA Expeditions representative will be waiting for you. After receiving 
you, he will drive you to your Hotel and after you rest, a group meeting will follow and 
you will be introduced to your guides and team members. 
Accommodation: Hotel double or triple room / Transportation: Airport – Hotel in Mendoza

After breakfast we will go to get the entrance fee at the Aconcagua Park Office. Then 
after organizing your luggage, we will be transported with the guides to Inka’s office to 
meet the staff and finalize arrangements; pay the remaining balance, get the required 
vouchers. From the office, we will be driven along a picturesque road to the mountain. 
After 3 hours of travel, we arrive to Puente de Inca, where we spend one night. In the 
afternoon, we prepare the equipment for transportation to the base camp by mules. 
This day is concluded with dinner and rest.
Transportation: Mendoza – Penitentes / Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Next day, we drive you to Horcones, Aconcagua Park Entrance, where we get our first 
view of the mountain. After permits are checked at the Ranger station we then head 
off to Confluencia, at 3390 m and once there, you will organize your personal gear, 
drink some tea and enjoy dinner.
Transportation: Puente de Inca – Horcones – Accommodation: Double Tents/Dormitory Dome Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner

Trekking to Plaza Francia Viewpoint - Altitude: 4000 m

We will begin our second approaching day trekking into Plaza de Mulas, the base camp 
for our expedition. Early in the morning we start our walk across "Playa Ancha" 
(meaning wide beach) it’s a deserted and always windy valley. We slowly gain altitude 
walking up to the Horcones Superior Valley. After 8-9 hours hiking across Playa Ancha 
and climbing up through a very steep path; "Cuesta Brava" (meaning Rugged Slope), 
we reach Plaza de Mulas, at 4300 m. By the end of the day most of us will feel the 
altitude.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & 
Dinner

We’ve included this climbing in order to acclimatize better, and give you more chances 
to summit. After breakfast we start the ascent to Mt Bonete's summit. From this 
mountain we´ll see the awesome Aconcagua west face, as well the huge Plaza de 
Mulas’ Base Camp. The surrounding landscape it’s amazing, you could admire the vast 
expanse of the Andes. Then we return to Plaza de Mulas.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner

Ascent to Mt. Bonete - Altitude:5000 m.

We’ll stay in Plaza de Mulas to rest from the climbing of Mt. Bonete. We will divide 
expedition loads to carry to the high camps (common gear, fuel and food). We double 
carry to keep pack weight down and help ensure good acclimatization.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Ascent to Camp 1 “Plaza Canada”- Altitude: 5050 m.

Summit day - Altitude: 6962m

Return to Plaza de Mulas- Altitude:4300 m.

We have breakfast and then start the descent from Plaza de Mulas to Puente de Inca. 
There is a private transport waiting to take us to the hotel in Mendoza City.
Transportation: Horcones – Puente de Inca – Mendoza – Accommodation: Hotel in 
Mendoza double or triple room – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box.

Aconcagua Normal Route 20 days

Andean Raju Expeditions

Our expedition starts in Mendoza, we will pick you up at your hotel with private transportation. After picking you up we will drive west for 3 hours until we reach Penitentes, here we will stay at the refuge at 3,194 masl.

Lodging: Refuge.
Meals: dinner
Transfer by car: 3 hours
Elevation: +2,448 m (746 masl to 3,194 masl)

Day 1: Mendoza (746 m) – Penitentes (3,194 m)

This day we will leave the refuge in Penitentes at 10 am, the bus transport will take us to the entrance of the Aconcagua National Park Control, at this point we will hand in the permits. We will continue hiking for 4 to 5 hours until we reach the Confluencia camp, here we will rest, eat and walk around the camp.

Lodging: Mountain tents 4 seasons.
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner
Estimated hiking time: 4 to 5 hours.
Elevation: +206 m (3,194 masl to 3,400masl)

Day 2: Penitentes (3,194 m) – Parque Provincial Aconcagua – Confluencia Camp (3,400 m)

This day we will leave the Confluencia camp at 7 am, we will hike to Plaza de Mulas for 6 to 8 hours, it will be a long and strenuous day. At the Plaza de Mulas camp we will present the permits to the Aconcagua Provincial Park control.

Lodging: Mountain tents 4 seasons.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Estimated hiking time: 6 to 8 hours.
Elevation: +900 m (3,4000 masl to 4,300 masl)

Day 3: Confluencia Camp (3,400 m) – Plaza de Mulas Camp (4,300 m)

This day we will rest, have lunch and we can walk around the camp.  Also, you can take advantage of the rest and so you will go to the medical control that allows you to continue climbing the mountain, this medical test is mandatory for all mountaineers and authorizes you to continue on the mountain.

Lodging: Mountain tents.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 4: Rest day in Plaza de Mulas Camp (4,300 m)

We will continue our acclimatization process above 5,000 meters and our first objective will be Bonete Peak. It is an easy and short hike. This peak is an excellent viewpoint of the Aconcagua massif.

Meals: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner.
Estimated hiking time: 5 hours up and 3 hours down.
Elevation: +750 m (4,300 masl to 5,050 masl)

Day 5: Plaza de Mulas (4,300 m) – Cerro Bonete Summit (5,050 m) – Plaza de Mulas (4,300 m)

This day we will take food and equipment to high camp II at Nido de Cóndores. We will leave a deposit and descend to Plaza de Mulas to rest and recharge our energy.

Meals: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner.
Estimated hiking time: 6 hours up and 2 hours down.
Elevation: +1,250 m (4,300 masl to 5,550 masl)

Day 6: Plaza de Mulas Base Camp (4,300 m) – Nido de Cóndores (5,550) – Plaza de Mulas Base Camp

This day we will start climbing the mountain towards the summit, we will hike to our first high altitude camp: Nido de Condores. After 6 hours of hiking, we will reach the campsite, take some time to rest, eat and prepare for the next day.

Meals: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner.
Estimated hiking time: 6 hours.
Elevation: +1,250 m (4,300 masl to 5,550 masl)

Day 7: Plaza de Mulas Base Camp (4,300 m) – Nido de Cóndores (5,550 m)

We will climb to our last altitude camp and from Colera we will start the ascent to the summit. Sleeping at 6,000 meters will be important to adapt to the altitude.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Estimated hiking time: 2 hours.
Elevation: +450 m (5,550 masl to 6,000 masl)

Day 8: Nido de Cóndores (5,550 m) – Colera High Camp (6,000 m)

The most desired and demanding day of the expedition has come. We will climb the North Ridge up to the Independencia Refuge at 6,500 m. We will continue climbing through the Portezuelo del Viento, then we will take the path that climbs up La Canaleta and the Filo del Guanaco that leads us to the summit. The reward awaits us: a summit with a 360° view that dominates the entire horizon, the experience of overcoming is wonderful. We will take some time to rest, take pictures, hydrate or eat to get some energy. Finally we will descend to Colera High Camp.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Estimated climbing time: 8 hours up and 3 hours down.
Elevation: +962 m, -962m  (5,550 masl to 6,000 masl and return)

Day 9: Colera High Camp (6,000 m) – Aconcagua Summit (6,962 m) - Colera High Camp (6,000 m)

After breakfast in the morning, we will disarm the camp, then we will begin the downhill to Plaza de Mulas.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Estimated climbing time: 3 hours down.
Elevation: +962 m, -962m  (6,000 masl to 4,300 masl)

Day 10: Colera High Camp (6,000 m) – Plaza de Mulas Camp (4,300 m)

Last day in Aconcagua Provincial Park. A long hike will be waiting for us until we will arrive at the entrance and control point of the park, where the transport will be waiting for us to return to Penitentes. After picking up our luggage we will travel from Penitentes to Mendoza.

Meals: Breakfast.
Estimated climbing time: 7 hours down.
Transfer by car: 3 hours
Elevation: -3,554 m  (4,300 masl to 746 masl)

Day 11: Plaza de Mulas Camp (4,300 m) - Penitentes (3,194 m) - Mendoza (746 m)

We have an extra day reserved in our itinerary to attempt to summit in case of bad conditions on the mountain.

Day 12: Extra day

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