Aventuras Patagonicas

Category: A.P. 1 (Nov. 29 – Dec. 18)

  • Summit!

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    The group reached the summit today! A great success!

    They stood at 22,834 feet, the highest point of America and the highest mountain out of the Himalayas. An experience they will surely never forget!

    After their big achievement, they will complete the Aconcagua Traverse. Today they are spending the night at High Camp and getting a well-deserved rest there.

    Tomorrow they will descend the Normal Route to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp, where they will spend another night. The next day they will hike down to the trailhead, from where they will be picked up and driven to Mendoza.

    Congratulations to them for the great effort!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Today is the big day!

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    The group reached High Camp yesterday and stayed well hydrated up there.

    Rolo, the lead guide, said they are all fine and ready to tackle the summit today.

    We hope for the best on this challenging day, as they work hard uphill.

    We will keep you updated!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Successful move to Camp 2

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    The team already moved to Camp 2 at 18,000′ yesterday. They made it safely and are all acclimatizing well.

    They are going fast to take advantage of good weather conditions and are moving to High Camp today.

    We are attaching a picture taken during a previous trip.

    We will be posting more news soon.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Camp 1

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    The group successfully moved to Camp 1 today. They already had dinner and are in their tents ready to rest.

    Rolo, the lead guide, said they are all fine and adapting to the high altitude.

    The picture above shows the group this morning at Base Camp, right before leaving towards Camp 1.

    We will keep you updated!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • Carry to Camp 1

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    The team carried to Camp 1 during the day. Now they are back at Base Camp to spend the night and rest tomorrow there.

    After that, they will be moving to Camp 1. This process is key to get a good acclimatization.

    We attach a photo of the group having a meal at Base Camp and another one above carrying to Camp 1.

    We will keep you posted.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • They arrived at Plaza Argentina Base Camp!

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    After spending their second night at Casa de Piedra, the group crossed the Vacas river and hiked towards Plaza Argentina, arriving there today.

    Everyone is fine and motivated. Tomorrow they are going to rest there to achieve a good acclimatization and get everything ready for the high altitude camps.

    The picture attached shows the approach trail.

    We will keep you informed.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • The long-awaited trip is now a reality!

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    The group is starting the approach trail today, towards the first camp called Pampa de Leñas through the Vacas Valley. They are all very excited as this will be their first night in the mountains.

    The picture above shows Rolo, the lead guide, talking to the group at the beginning of the trail.

    Looking forward to a great trip. We will keep you updated.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • WOW! Our 320th expedition on its way!! In 33 years of operation since 1984

    WOW! Our 320th expedition on its way!! In 33 years of operation since 1984

    A.P. 1 Nov. 29 – Dec. 18

    We are looking forward to another great season ahead with a great Team of Climbers and Guides!

    Our first group departed today from Mendoza and is led by Experienced Argentinian Mountain Guides, Rolo Abaca, Sebastián Satke and Matías Nestares. Rolo, our lead guide, is a seasonal veteran with decades of experience on Aconcagua.

    The group is on their way to Penitentes, a small ski resort at about 8,500 feet, close to the Chilean Border in the heart of the Andes.

    Tomorrow morning they will start the 3-day approach to Base Camp, hiking up the Vacas and Ameghino Valleys. After three days of spectacular, colorful, high desert scenery, they will reach our Base Camp, at 13,800’. The hike to Base Camp is approximately 40 kilometers and will give the perfect chance to begin their acclimatization process.

    We will be updating you with the progress of the group as we get satellite phone calls from the guides.

    Saludos!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team