Land Cost includes:

• Two (2) Hotel nights in Mendoza . 4 star/double occupancy basis.
• Private shuttle from airport or bus station to Mendoza Hotel and vice versa.
• Farewell dinner in Mendoza , at Familia Zuccardi Winery.
• Help in obtaining the necesary climbing permits.
• Transportation in private vehicles from hotel in Mendoza to Penitentes and back.
• Lunch in Valle Uspallata on route to Penitentes. (Drinks include only one Mineral water).
• Two (2) nights lodging in a hotel in Penitentes, double occupancy rooms, includes dinner (Drinks include only one mineral water) and breakfast.
• Transportation from Penitentes to the Laguna de Horcones trailhead.
• Mules for the transport of equipment from Puente del Inca to Plaza de Mulas and back. Limit of 30 Kg.
• Food and drinks in Confluencia, two (2) nights in total; including state-of-the-art Geodesic Domes (as featured in the National Geographic Adventure Magazine) with real beds, carpeted floors, heating system, hot shower, and a toilet seat bathroom (not latrines!). Our camps also have solar energy system, VHF and BLU communications, and our meals are prepared following strict standards of hygiene and contain high nutritional value. They assure the right amount of carbohydrates and protein, everything the body needs to perform at high altitude, yet easy to digest. We also cater to vegetarians upon request.
• Food, drinks and base camp service in Plaza de Mulas, with a limit of up to four (4) 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 kit and Oximeters.
• Gamow Bag at base camp.

Land Cost does not include:

• Airfare and airport taxes to and from Mendoza . Bus tickets to and from Mendoza .
• Climbing permits to Aconcagua Park .
• Food and drink not mentioned in Itinerary.
• 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.

Physical Conditioning:
This is a high-altitude mountain expedition. Do NOT treat it as a walk-up. It cannot be stressed enough that this climb is demanding and exhausting, on both a physical and mental level. It is important that you are in strong condition to maximize your experience. A good goal should be to ascend 2,500 feet carrying 35 lbs. in a 2 to 3 hour period. Hiking with water weight is a great plan because you can dump the weight after the climb is complete. If you have questions or concerns about physically preparing for your trip, please contact X-A.

Gear:
Please review and follow the Aconcagua 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.