A.P. 11 (Feb. 16 – Mar. 7, 2019)
They woke up at Base Camp this morning and after having breakfast they moved to Camp 1.
The team has reached an altitude of 16,300′. They might take a rest day tomorrow or carry some loads to Camp 2.
We will share more news soon.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 11 (Feb. 16 – Mar. 7, 2019)
The team successfully carried some loads to Camp 1 yesterday.
After that, they returned to Base Camp. They are fine and taking a rest day there.
They will plan their next steps according to the weather conditions.
We will keep you informed!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 11 (Feb. 16 – Mar. 7, 2019)
The team completed the 3-day approach hike and safely reached Plaza Argentina Base Camp today.
Their first stop was at Pampa de Leñas, where they had a great barbecue for dinner. The following day they got to Casa de Piedra and spent their second night there.
We are sharing a picture of the group at the hotel in Penitentes the day before starting the hike.
They are now at 13,800′. Everyone is fine and getting used to the altitude.
We will keep you posted.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 11 (Feb. 16 – Mar. 7, 2019)
We met this great team of 9 motivated climbers! They had a group meeting yesterday and shared a great meal together.
Today they left the city and are now in Penitentes. The group will spend the night there and tomorrow they will start the approach hike to Base Camp.
They are led by Wesley Bunch, an incredibly experienced guide, who is assisted by Adrián Jiménez and José Purto.
They will keep us updated, so we will be posting more news about them soon.
Looking forward to a great adventure!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 9 (Feb. 2 – 21, 2019)
They got to the summit today! After waking up early in the morning, they had a long tough day and reached the top of the highest peak in America at 22,834′. An incredible experience they will never forget!
We spoke with Rolo, the lead guide, who said they were fine at High Camp ready to spend the night there. Tomorrow they will continue to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp and they will come back to Mendoza the following day.
Congratulations for the big effort!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 9 (Feb. 2 – 21, 2019)
The team successfully got to Camp 2 at 17,500′. After resting one day there, the group is moving to High Camp today.
They are fine and doing a great job as they move uphill.
We will keep you posted.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 9 (Feb. 2 – 21, 2019)
The team left Base Camp yesterday and moved to Camp 1, reaching an altitude of 16,300′.
They are all fine and today they are taking a rest day there.
We will post more news about them soon.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 10 (Feb. 2 – 13, 2019)
It was a long challenging day, but they worked hard and got to the summit!
With freezing temperature, they made a great effort and stood at 22,834′. This is the highest mountain in America! Such a unique experience.
After their big achievement, they went down to High Camp and are going back to Base Camp today.
Congratulations to them!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 10 (Feb. 2 – 13, 2019)
The team rested at Camp 2 yesterday and today they successfully moved to High Camp. They are now at 19,200′.
Tomorrow is the big day! When we spoke with them, they were about to have dinner and go to sleep to be ready for summit day.
Stay tuned for more updates!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 9 (Feb. 2 – 21, 2019)
The group successfully carried some loads to Camp 1 yesterday. After that, they went back to Base Camp.
Rolo, the lead guide, called us to say they are fine and getting used to the altitude. Today they are taking a rest day.
We will keep you informed.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team