A.P. 5 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 16)
The team left Plaza Argentina Base Camp and successfully moved to Camp 1 today.
They are now at 16,300′.
Pablo, the lead guide, called and said they are all fine.
We will keep you posted!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
Author: Aventuras Patagonicas
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Approach hike to Base Camp
A.P. 6 (Jan. 4 – Jan. 23)
The team started the 3-day approach hike yesterday, spending their first night in the mountains at Pampa de Leñas. The trail gains altitude progressively, which is great for the acclimatization process.
Today they are going to Casa de Piedra, the last stop before Base Camp.
We will share more updates soon!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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Rest day at Base Camp
A.P. 5 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 16)
The team hiked near Plaza Argentina Base Camp to get used to the altitude, reaching the top of Mount Colorado.
After that, they went back down to Base Camp and rested there yesterday.
They will be planning their next steps according to the weather conditions.
We will post more news soon!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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Another expedition begins!
A.P. 6 (Jan. 4 – Jan. 23)
We welcomed this motivated team yesterday. They had their gear checked by the guides and got the permits to enter the Aconcagua park. They also had a group meeting and shared a tasty dinner together.
Today the group left the city and went to Penitentes to spend the night.
Tomorrow they will start the 3-day approach hike to Base Camp, filled with wonderful views. The trail goes along the Vacas and Ameghino Valleys.
The team is led by Sebastián Ruiz, who is assisted by Florencia Torres. They are taking a satellite phone with them to call us.
We will keep you posted!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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12-day expedition: Summit!
A.P. 4 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 8)
12-day Aconcagua expedition (Speed Ascent)
Our Team 4 summits today! They summited in only 7 days!
Congratulations to all of them! We are proud to announce 100% expedition success this season with 4 teams to the top!
Summit was pushed forward, since high winds were moving in the next few days. They got 6 clients to the top! A great team effort.
They will be descending to Base Camp tomorrow and back in Mendoza the day after tomorrow for a well-deserved celebration. Meantime, our Team 5 is on the mountain getting ready to move to Camp 1 and Team 6 departs tomorrow. More news about them coming soon!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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Carry to Camp 1
A.P. 5 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 16)
The group successfully carried some loads to Camp 1 today and went back down to Base Camp. This plan allows them to get a good acclimatization.
They are taking a rest day at Base Camp tomorrow.
The picture above shows the team at Camp 1, with a great view at the back.
We will keep you informed!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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12-day expedition: Rest day
A.P. 4 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 8)
The team is taking a rest day at Nido de Cóndores Camp today. They are feeling fine and doing a great job up there.
The plan is to tackle the summit tomorrow, so they are getting ready for the big day!
We will keep you updated!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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Base Camp!
A.P. 5 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 16)
The team finished the 3-day approach hike to Plaza Argentina Base Camp yesterday.
They spent their first night in the mountains at Pampa de Leñas and then continued to Casa de Piedra.
The following day they hiked up to Base Camp at 14,200′. The group is fine and taking a rest day there today.
We are sharing a beautiful photo of this motivated team.
We will keep you posted!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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12-day expedition: New update
A.P. 4 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 8)
The team left Base Camp yesterday and successfully moved to Canada Camp.
We spoke with Cristian, the lead guide, who said they were all fine and getting used to the altitude.
Today the group is moving to Nido de Cóndores Camp.
We will keep you informed about their next steps!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
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They got to Base Camp
A.P. 4 (Dec. 28 – Jan. 8)
This 12-day expedition already reached Plaza de Mulas Base Camp yesterday.
The team is at 14,200′ and they are resting there today.
We will keep you posted!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
