Category: 2024 – 2025 Season Dispatches

  • AP 7 – Plaza Argentina Base Camp!

    AP 7 – Plaza Argentina Base Camp!

    A.P. 7 (Dec. 27, 2024 – Jan. 14, 2025)

    After spending their second night at Casa de Piedra, they continued the approach hike early this morning, which they completed today.

    They are now at Plaza Argentina Base Camp, ready to rest and plan their next steps.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

     

  • AP 6 – At Base Camp, after carrying loads

    AP 6 – At Base Camp, after carrying loads

    A.P. 6 (Dec. 27, 2024 – Jan. 7, 2025)

    Yesterday, the group safely arrived at Plaza de Mulas Base Camp.

    This morning, they had breakfast and then went to Camp 1 to carry some supplies.

    Afterward, they descended to Base Camp to rest.

    We’ll soon share their next steps!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • AP 5 – Carry to Camp 1

    AP 5 – Carry to Camp 1

    A.P. 5 (Dec. 27, 2024 – Jan. 7, 2025)

    The team successfully reached Plaza de Mulas Base Camp yesterday.

    Today, they have already carried some loads to Camp 1 and returned to Base Camp to spend the night.

    The picture above was taken at the trailhead, at the beginning of their journey.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • AP 4 – Summit!

    AP 4 – Summit!

    A.P. 4 (Dec. 17, 2024 – Jan. 4, 2025)

    They’ve reached the summit of Aconcagua! After days of hard work, they’ve made it to the top of the Americas! An achievement they will remember forever.

    Now, they’re back at High Camp, where they’ll spend the night. Tomorrow, they’ll descend to Base Camp.

    Huge congratulations to them!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • AP 7 – The team began the approach hike!

    AP 7 – The team began the approach hike!

    A.P. 7 (Dec. 27, 2024 – Jan. 14, 2025)

    We met the team yesterday in the city, and today they departed toward the trailhead at Punta de Vacas.

    They have started the 3-day approach hike to Plaza Argentina Base Camp.

    They are now at Pampa de Leñas, the first camp. Tomorrow, they’ll continue to Casa de Piedra.

    This team is guided by Pablo Goldengruss, Matías Nestares and Dai López.

    Looking forward to a great expedition!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

     

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  • AP 6 – On their way to Base Camp!

    AP 6 – On their way to Base Camp!

    A.P. 6 (Dec. 27, 2024 – Jan. 7, 2025)

    The team had a briefing with the guides and shared dinner together yesterday.

    Today, they left the city and were taken to the trailhead to start the approach hike.

    They’re now resting at Confluencia Camp, and tomorrow, they’ll continue to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp.

    Their guides are Martín Serra and Carlos Scellato, who will keep us updated about their next steps.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

     

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  • AP 5 – A new adventure starts!

    AP 5 – A new adventure starts!

    A.P. 5 (Dec. 27, 2024 – Jan. 7, 2025)

    The team has officially left Mendoza and started the trek towards Plaza de Mulas Base Camp!

    Today, they reached Confluencia Camp, where they’ll be spending their first night.

    Tomorrow, they’ll continue toward Base Camp.

    They are being led by guides Rolo Abaca, Andrés Paviglianiti, Sebastián García and Emilio Arcienaga.

    We’ll be following their progress closely and keeping you updated.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

     

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  • AP 4 – High Camp!

    AP 4 – High Camp!

    A.P. 4 (Dec. 17, 2024 – Jan. 4, 2025)

    After a well-deserved rest at Camp 2, the team is feeling recharged and ready for the next big step.

    They’ve moved up to High Camp and are prepared for tomorrow’s summit push.

    Looking forward to a great summit day!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • AP 4 – At Camp 2!

    AP 4 – At Camp 2!

    A.P. 4 (Dec. 17, 2024 – Jan. 4, 2025)

    This morning, the team left Camp 1, motivated for the next step of their journey.

    They have moved to Camp 2, where they’ll take a rest day to recharge and get used to the altitude, before continuing their ascent.

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team

  • AP 3 – Summit!

    AP 3 – Summit!

    A.P. 3 (Dec. 17 – Dec. 28, 2024)

    They stood on top!

    After a long and challenging day, they reached the summit of the highest peak outside the Himalayas. It’s a memory that will last a lifetime!

    Now, they’re back at High Camp, resting. Tomorrow, they will descend to Base Camp.

    Kudos to them on this incredible accomplishment!

    The Aventuras Patagonicas Team