Author: Aventuras Patagonicas

  • Approach hike to Base Camp

    Approach hike to Base Camp

    A.P. 7 (Jan. 12 – 31, 2019)

    The group spent their first night in the mountains at Pampa de Leñas, where they had a great barbecue for dinner made by the local arrieros.

    Today they went to Casa de Piedra, their last stop before Base Camp. They will continue the approach hike tomorrow.

    Look at the team at the trailhead excited to start the expedition!

    We will keep you informed.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Camp 1!

    Camp 1!

    A.P. 6 (Jan. 5 – 24, 2019)

    The group moved to Camp 1 yesterday.

    We spoke with Pablo, the lead guide, who told us it’s been windy up there but they are all fine.

    They are planning to move to Camp 2 tomorrow.

    We will post more news soon!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • At Camp 1

    At Camp 1

    A.P. 5 (Jan. 5 – 24, 2019)

    The team moved to Camp 1 yesterday.

    They carried to Camp 2 today and returned to Camp 1 to spend the night.

    They are all fine and getting ready to move to Camp 2 tomorrow.

    We will keep you updated.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Ready for the adventure!

    Ready for the adventure!

    A.P. 7 (Jan. 12 – 31, 2019)

    The team left the city today! They are now in Penitentes spending the night at a hotel there.

    Tomorrow they will start the approach hike to Base Camp, which will take them three days to complete it.

    Their lead guide is Sebastián Satke, who is assisted by José Purto.

    The group had a meeting last night to go through all the details about the expedition. After that, they shared a great dinner, tasting some typical steak.

    We will be posting more news soon!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Coming soon!

    Coming soon!

    A.P. 7 (Jan. 12 – 31, 2019)

    There is a new expedition about to start!

    We have a great team that is taking care of every detail. The guides have already checked and packed all the gear and food.

    Stay tuned for more news about this upcoming trip!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

                   

  • Rest day at Base Camp

    Rest day at Base Camp

    A.P. 6 (Jan. 5 – 24, 2019)

    The group is resting at Plaza Argentina Base Camp today.

    They carried to Camp 1 yesterday, getting to 16,300′. Later, the team returned to Base Camp to spend the night.

    We will keep you posted!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Carry to Camp 1

    Carry to Camp 1

    A.P. 5 (Jan. 5 – 24, 2019)

    The team successfully carried some loads to Camp 1 yesterday. They reached 16,300′.

    After that, they went back down to Base Camp. The group is spending the day there. This plan will give them the opportunity to get a good acclimatization.

    We will keep you informed.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Summit!

    Summit!

    A.P. 4 (Dec. 28, 2018 – Jan. 16, 2019)

    After a long tough day, they reached the top of America! What an unforgettable experience!

    They worked hard and got to the summit of Aconcagua today, standing at 22,834′. This is the highest peak out of the Himalayas.

    They are now going down to High Camp to spend the night. Tomorrow they will continue to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp along the Normal Route.

    Congratulations for this great achievement!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • At High Camp, ready for the big day!

    At High Camp, ready for the big day!

    A.P. 4 (Dec. 28, 2018 – Jan. 16, 2019)

    The team left Camp 2 and reached High Camp today, they are now at 19,200′.

    They are fine and planning to go to the summit tomorrow. The group is getting ready for a challenging day.

    Stay tuned for more news!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Base Camp!

    Base Camp!

    A.P. 6 (Jan. 5 – 24, 2019)

    The team finished the 3-day approach hike and successfully got to Plaza Argentina Base Camp yesterday.

    They are now at 13,800′. The group is fine and getting used to the altitude.

    We will keep you updated.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team