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Ruta Normal

Falso Glaciar de los Polacos

Glaciar de los Polacos

Plaza Francia

Plaza Francia & Plaza de Mulas

Campamento Base

Mulas para Transporte

Otros Servicios

Xperience Aconcagua le ofrece viajes personalizados a otras altas cumbres de los Andes:

Aconcagua	22,841 ft.	6,962 m.
Ojos del Salado	22,572 ft.	6,880 m.
Pissis	22,241 ft.	6,779 m.
Mercedario	22,211 ft.	6,770 m.
El Plata	20.670 ft.	6,300 m.

Ojos del Salado

Ojos del Salado is the highest mountain in Chile , and the second highest mountain in South America . It dominates a landscape of high volcanoes that tower to the east of the Atacama Desert . Monte Pissis (22,241 ft.), South America 's third highest mountain, rises nearby, to the south. Further south (roughly 350 miles), one finds the highest and fourth highest mountains, Aconcagua (22,841 ft.) and Mercedario (22,211 ft.).

Because of its proximity to the desert, Ojos del Salado has little snow except in winter. A winter ascent is recommended because conditions are too dry otherwise. The mountain is extremely remote, and is difficult to access without renting a vehicle. The ascent is largely a walk-up, though there is a decent scramble on the final summit pitch which is best protected by the available fixed ropes or by a belay.

Because it has no history of explosive eruptions, Ojos del Salado is categorized as an 'extinct' volcano. However, solfataric Actividad was observed in 1937 and 1956, and more recently on November 14, 1994, when the mountain emitted an intermittent gray column of
water vapor and solfataric gases. This gaseous Actividad may further reduce the amount of oxygen available above 6400 m

Monte Pissis

Monte Pissis is the third highest mountain in South America, behind Aconcagua (22,841 ft.) and Ojos del Salado (22,572 ft.). Monte Pissis is an extremely remote mountain, rising east of the Argentina-Chile border, on the rim of the Altacama Desert . It is seldom climbed because of the length and logistical difficulties of an approach, particularly difficult given the aridity of this desert region. A winter ascent is recommended because snow may be the only source of water.

Mercedario

Mercedario is the fourth highest mountain in South America, behind Aconcagua (22,841 ft.), Ojos del Salado (22,572 ft.), and Monte Pissis (22,241 ft.).

Mercedario is a huge eroded volcano, located less than fifty miles north of Aconcagua . Each of the two peaks dominates the view from the other's slopes. Mercedario, like Aconcagua , is a gently sloping mountain, and is a relatively easy climb

We offer a great program that consists in climbing the two highest peaks in the Western Hemisphere, Ojos del Salado and Aconcagua on a single 27 day trip.

Please drop us a line if you want more details such as Itinerario, cost, dates, etc.

El Plata

The El Plata Range, thanks to its proximity to Mendoza City, is the backyard playground for local mountaineers. It offers an enormous variety of climbing options, from easy treks to technical rock climbing and high altitude ascents. It’s a great acclimatization program previous to Aconcagua.

Itinerario:

Day 1:
Arrival to Mendoza. Private transport from the airport or bus station to Hostel Independencia. Equipment check.

Day 2:
Private transport to Vallecitos (9.777ft.). Hike to Las Veguitas (10.498 ft.). Camp set up.

Day 3:
Hike to Salto de Agua BC (13.779 ft.). Camp set up.

Day 4:
Summit bid for Mt. El Plata, 20.670 ft.

Day 5:
Hike from Salto de Agua BC to Vallecitos. Private Transport to Mendoza. Accommodation in Hostel Independencia.

Day 6:
Private transport to Airport or Bus Station.

Servicios Incluidos:
• Two (2) Hostel nights in Mendoza.
• Private shuttle from airport or bus station to Mendoza Hostel and vice versa.
• Transportation in private vehicles from hotel in Mendoza to Vallecitos and back.
• Food, drinks and base camp service in El Salto de Agua BC, with a limit of up to four (2) nights. Includes: private mess tent with tables and seats, all necesary dishes, served meals, cook, equipment storage tent for use while group is at the higher camps, electric lights, permanent radio communication, toilet tent.
• Altitude Camps includes four season tents, stoves, cookware and dishes.
• All necessary food for the high camps.
• All fully certified High altitude mountain guide and assistants (depending on the size of the group).
• Radio for permanent communication between base camp, Mendoza and Puente del Inca to be able to coordinate different logistical issues, reservations and. when necessary, rescues or evacuations.
• Guides are equipped with a mountain first aid kits

Servicios no Incluidos:
• Airfare and airport taxes to and from Mendoza. Bus tickets to and from Mendoza.
• Food and drink not mentioned in Itinerario.
• Personal porters.
• Individual gear.
• Extra costs as a result of abandoning of the expedition.
• Medical or traveler's insurance. Costs as a result of an emergency rescue.
• Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, mail, telephone calls and other items not mentioned above)
• All other services not listed as Included.

Gear:
Please review and follow the Equipment List. All gear is mandatory. For time spent exploring in town, we recommend casual clothing (Levi's, Patagonia, shorts, etc.). Basically, if it needs starch or is not wash and wear, leave it at home! Another thing to note is that while climbing gear is available for purchase in Argentina, it is three times as expensive, so be sure to bring all the items that you need with you. If you have gear-related questions please do not hesitate to contact us

CLOTHING	TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT	PERSONAL	TECHNICAL HARDWARE
HANDS 1 Pair of liner gloves 1 Pair of fleece or wool mittens 1 Pair of Gore-Tex or similar over mitts 1 Pair of ski gloves FEET 2 Pairs of light-weight socks 2 Pairs of heavy-weight socks HEAD 1 Hat or cap for the sun 1 Fleece hat or balaclava UPPER BODY 2 Polypropylene tops 2 Long sleeve shirts 1 Fleece jacket 1 Windproof Gore-Tex or similar parka 1 Down jacket LOWER BODY 1 Pair of light hiking pants 1 Pair of fleece pants 1 Pair of windproof Gore-Tex or similar pants UNDERWEAR 2 Pairs of synthetic underwear tops and bottoms underwear EYES 1 Pair of glacier glasses or equivalent 1 Pair of ski goggles	FOOTWEAR 1 Pair of plastic mountaineering boots 1 Pair of trekking boots 1 Pair of gaiters or supergaiters BACKPACK Large backpack (80 lts.)	Dryquick Towel Personal hygiene and first aid kits 1 Pocket knife Batteries for headlamp Travel Log and pen Camera, film, etc Sun block	1 Ice axe or piolet 1 Pair of crampons 1 Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries 1 Sleeping bag (-20°C) 1 Thermarest or sleeping mat 1 Pair of ski or hiking poles 1 Nalgene type wide mouth bottle or similar. Camelbacks freeze and don't work well at altitude 1 thermo Pee bottle
	FOR THE TRIP
	Plastic bags Reusable Hand Warmers Sandals or Tevas


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