Trekking Plaza Argentina

Base camp of traverse route, guided trekking program.

In the oriental slope of the Aconcagua, on the foot of the Poles glacier, is located the Plaza Argentina base camp. For being one of the routes of ascension with less traffic, it is possible to cohabit in a much virgin natural atmosphere, where the man`s hands has not been able to modify its primitive characteristics.

Duration:9 días / 8 noches

ITINERARIO

Day 1 Mendoza / Penitentes

Reception in Mendoza City. Permits requestion. Transfer to Penitentes, lodging.

Day 2 Penitentes / Punta de Vacas / Pampa de Leñas

Transfer to Punta de Vacas. Trek to Pampa de Leñas (3050 mts), where we will mount our first camp.

Day 3 Pampa de Leñas / Casa de Piedra

We will cross the Vacas`s river, to continue heading for Casa de Piedra where we will carry out our second camp. From here we will have the first view of the east face of Cº Aconcagua and of the Polish`s glacier.

Day 4 Casa de Piedra / Plaza Argentina

We will overcome Relinchos`s valley until arriving at Plaza Argentina. Assemble of the camp.

Day 5 Plaza Argentina

Rest in Plaza Argentina.

Day 6 - Plaza Argentina

Trekking for Plaza Argentina`s surroundings.

Day 7Plaza Argentina / Pampa de Leñas.

Return to Pampa de Leñas.

Day 8Pampa de Leña / Punta de Vacas / Mendoza
Trek to Punta de Vacas and transfer to hotel in Mendoza.

Day 9 Mendoza / Transfer to airport.

Transfer to the Airport or Bus terminal.

Included services

· Reception in airport or terminal bus in Mendoza.
· Assistance to obtain the Aconcagua Park entrance. < fee.
· All the transfers in private vans.
· 1 hotel night in Penitentes (meals included.)
· All meals during the expedición.
· Complete base camp services (meals, accommodation, etc.)
· Mountain tent for two people.
· Bilingual mountain guide.
· All shared equipment for the expedition.
· Mules transportation of the equipment.
· 1 hotel night in Mendoza.
· VHF radio all the time.

Not Included:

· Personal equipment.
· Aconcagua Park entrance fee
· Meals and drinks in Mendoza
· Any cost if the climber abandons the trip
· Porters
· Extras