Day 1: Mendoza (760 m.a.s.l.)
Reception and accommodation in a 4* superior hotel in Mendoza. The guides will check your equipment and will accompany you to rent or buy the necessary items. In the afternoon, we will attend an instructive talk about Mount Aconcagua, in which the itinerary, technical recommendations and safety aspects for the expedition will be detailed.
Day 2: Mendoza/Penitentes - Puente del Inca (2,725 m.a.s.l.)
In the morning, we will carry out the corresponding procedures to obtain the climbing permits. Afterwards, we will move from Mendoza to Penitentes, where we will stay. During the afternoon, we will prepare the loads that will be transported by the mules the following day. We will take advantage of the opportunity to review the details of the equipment and rest. During the day we will enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3: Penitentes/Confluencia (3,300 m.a.s.l.)
After breakfast, we will head to the entrance of the Aconcagua Provincial Park. There we will present the climbing permits and begin the trek to Confluencia, the first approach camp. The journey, of approximately 4 hours, will allow us to enjoy impressive landscapes. We will only carry a light backpack with a coat, camera and lunch, since the mules will carry the personal equipment. We will spend the night in Confluencia. We will have breakfast, a hiking lunch and dinner.
Day 4: Confluencia/Plaza Francia (4,000 m.a.s.l.)/Confluencia
We will take an acclimatization walk to Plaza Francia, the viewpoint of the imposing south face of Aconcagua. This journey, approximately 6 hours round trip, offers spectacular views of glaciers and rock faces. After lunch there, we will return to the Confluencia camp to rest. Includes breakfast, hiking lunch and dinner.
Day 5: Confluencia/Plaza de Mulas (4,260 m.a.s.l.)
We will begin a long trek to Plaza de Mulas, the base camp of Aconcagua. The 7- to 9-hour trek will take us through a variety of landscapes, including the extensive Playa Ancha and Cuesta Brava. Upon arrival, we will set up camp and rest. Includes breakfast, a hiking lunch, and dinner.
Day 6: Plaza de Mulas (4,260 m.a.s.l.)
We will dedicate this day to rest and acclimatization. We will do a short trek to the Horcones glacier, where we will practice using crampons. In addition, we will take the opportunity to check our equipment and prepare the materials needed for the days of ascent. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7: Plaza de Mulas/Cerro Bonete (5,091 m.a.s.l.)/Plaza de Mulas
As part of the acclimatization process, we will take a 6-hour hike to Cerro Bonete, reaching an altitude of 5,091 m.a.s.l. From the summit, we will enjoy a privileged view of Aconcagua and its surroundings. In the afternoon, we will return to Plaza de Mulas to rest. Includes breakfast, hiking lunch and dinner.
Day 8: Plaza de Mulas/Camp 1 Canada (4,910 m.a.s.l.)/Plaza de Mulas
Today we will do an acclimatization trek to Camp 1, known as "Canada". We will use this day to transport materials to this camp. After a light lunch, we will return to Plaza de Mulas to rest. Includes breakfast, hiking lunch and dinner.
Day 9: Plaza de Mulas (4,260 m.a.s.l.)
Rest and acclimatization day at Plaza de Mulas. We will do a final check of the equipment and prepare for the ascents to the high altitude camps. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 10: Plaza de Mulas/Camp 1 Canada (4,910 m.a.s.l.)
We will begin the ascent to Camp 1 Canada, where we will set up our tents and spend the night. We will have to carry our personal equipment, while the porters will carry the tents and group kits. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 11: Camp 1 Canada/Camp 2 Nido de Cóndores (5,250 m.a.s.l.)
We will continue towards Camp 2, known as "Nido de Cóndores". This 4 to 5 hour stretch will allow us to gain significant altitude. We will set up our tents and rest. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 12: Camp 2 Nido de Cóndores (5,250 m.a.s.l.)
Day of rest and acclimatization at Nido de Cóndores. We will take the opportunity to recover energy and evaluate the condition of the team and the group. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 13: Camp 2 Nido de Cóndores/Camp 3 Berlín-Cólera (6,000 m.a.s.l.)/Camp 2 Nido de Cóndores
We will go on an acclimatization trek and transport food and cooking supplies to Camp 3 Berlín-Cólera. After lunch there, we will return to Nido de Cóndores to spend the night. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 14: Camp 2 Nido de Cóndores/Camp 3 Berlín-Cólera (6,000 m.a.s.l.)
We will ascend to Camp 3, where we will set up the tents and review the final preparations for the attack on the summit. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 15: Camp 3 Berlín-Cólera/Summit (6,962 m.a.s.l.)/Camp 3 Berlín-Cólera
The most anticipated day of the expedition. We will leave before dawn to try to reach the summit of Aconcagua. This demanding stretch can take between 8 and 12 hours. After enjoying the view from the "Roof of America", we will descend again to Camp 3 to rest. Includes breakfast, hiking lunch and dinner.
Day 16: Camp 3 Berlin-Cólera/Plaza de Mulas (4,260 m.a.s.l.)
We will begin the descent towards Plaza de Mulas. This section, although less physically demanding, requires concentration. We will rest at base camp. Includes breakfast, hiking lunch and dinner.
Day 17: Plaza de Mulas/Penitentes
We will descend from Plaza de Mulas to the entrance of the Provincial Park, in Penitentes. There our mules will carry our personal equipment, and we will enjoy a light backpack for the journey. We will then move to the Lodge to spend the night. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 18: Penitentes/Mendoza
After breakfast, we will return to Mendoza. Optionally, transportation to the airport or additional activities in the city can be arranged.
Day 19: Extra day for contingencies
This day is reserved as a margin for possible weather or logistical contingencies that may delay the itinerary. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 20: Extra day for contingencies
Second day reserved for eventualities that prevent the normal development of the program. Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.