A.P. 3 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
The group spent the day at Plaza Argentina Base Camp, getting ready for tomorrow that they are planning to carry to Camp 1.
They will gain more altitude, reaching 16,300′. After that, they will go back to Base Camp to spend the night.
Look at the team enjoying the approach, especially when they got the chance to share great meals in the mountain.
We will keep you posted.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 2 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
With perfect weather conditions, the team finished the approach among breathtaking views. Right in the middle of the mountains, they enjoyed great meals.
Today they stayed at Base Camp, paying special attention to stay hydrated for the upcoming days. This is key for the acclimatization.
Also, the group had a routine medical check up and they are all doing great. We spoke with Sebastián, the lead guide, who told us they will carry some loads to Camp 1 tomorrow.
We will post more updates!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 3 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
The group finished the 3-day approach hike, getting to Plaza Argentina Base Camp (13,800′) today.
This itinerary is not only beautiful because of its scenery, but also gives them a great opportunity to get a good acclimatization, as they progressively gain altitude. Last night they stayed at Casa de Piedra and continue towards Base Camp today.
They all are fine and enjoying the first days of their expedition. Tomorrow they are planning to take a rest day.
We will post more news soon!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 2 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
Yesterday they hiked to Casa de Piedra, their second stop, and spent the night there.
After that, they continued the approach trail with its beautiful views and scenery. It was a sunny day and a sweet breeze made the hike even more enjoyable for this team, reaching Plaza Argentina Base Camp at 13,800′ today.
They already had dinner and are ready to get a good sleep. Tomorrow they will rest at Base Camp.
Look at this motivated team at the trailhead, at the beginning of their expedition! We will keep you posted.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 3 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
Yesterday they spent the night in Penitentes, where they shared dinner at the hotel.
This morning they woke up and went to the trailhead. They showed their permits to enter the Aconcagua park at the rangers’ office and after that, they were ready to begin the 3-day approach hike to Plaza Argentina Base Camp.
We spoke with Cacho, their lead guide, who told us they are fine and motivated in Pampa de Leñas, where they will spend the night. They were getting ready to have dinner, a typical barbecue made by the local arrieros.
We will keep you informed.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 2 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
Yesterday the team left everything ready in Penitentes and had dinner together, as you can see in the pictures below.
Today they went to Punta de Vacas, where they began the approach trail that will take them to Plaza Argentina Base Camp.
Their first stop is Pampa de Leñas. They already got there and they are all excited to spend their first night in the mountains. When we spoke with them they were about to taste a delicious traditional barbecue made by the local arrieros.
We will keep you updated.
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 1 (Dec. 1 – 20, 2018)
Kudos to the team! After a gigantic effort of 18 days the team reached 6,400 meters (21,000′).
They departed early this morning from High Camp, encountering brutally cold conditions up there.
The team did not reach the summit this time.
Weather was fierce at the beginning of the trip, forcing the group to stay up to 7 nights at Base Camp.
These conditions were unusual than normally and we have the highest respect for all the clients on the team. What they experienced is actually significantly harder than most trips.
Our guides did also, as usual, a superb job keeping everyone safe and highly motivated.
Congratulations to all of them.
We look forward to having them soon in Mendoza celebrating!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 3 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
We welcomed this great team of climbers that shared a meal last night. Everyone got their gear checked by the guides and they spoke about the itinerary of the expedition.
The group is led by Cacho Beiza and assisted by Angela Cardenas. They left the city today and now they are in Penitentes, where they will spend the night.
Tomorrow they will start the 3-day hike towards Plaza Argentina Base Camp.
They are taking a satellite phone with them. As soon as we have more news, we will be posting them!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 2 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
This great team had dinner together last night and they woke up early in the morning today to get their permits to enter the Aconcagua park. Their lead guide is Sebastián Satke, who is assisted by Luciana Marún and Agustín Karriere.
The group left the city today and went to Penitentes to spend the night. They will leave their gear ready and get a good rest there. Tomorrow they will start the approach hike to Plaza Argentina Base Camp.
The guides are taking with them a satellite phone to keep us updated.
The pictures attached shows them on their way to the permits’ office and at the hotel right before leaving.
Looking forward to a great adventure!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
A.P. 3 (Dec. 17, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019)
The guides are getting ready. They have been packing all the food and gear. They want to make sure they have everything for this amazing trip.
They already had a group meeting with the climbers this afternoon to go through all the details of the expedition.
We will keep you updated!
The Aventuras Patagonicas Team
