aconcagua
LOCATION: ARGENTINA
LENGTH: 12-21 DAYS
ELEVATION: 22,837 FT
COST: $5750+
At 22,841 feet above sea level, Aconcagua is the tallest mountain in both the Southern and Western Hemispheres. Located in the Andes mountain range in Argentina, it attracts mountaineers from around the world seeking to conquer its challenging peak. Despite its extreme altitude, Aconcagua is a non-technical climb, making it appealing to both experienced climbers and those looking to tackle their first major expedition. The mountain offers stunning views of the surrounding Andean landscape, rewarding those who reach its summit with a true sense of accomplishment.
NORMAL ROUTE (21 DAYS)
The Normal Route on Aconcagua is the most popular route for climbers attempting to summit the mountain. This non-technical route provides a challenging yet manageable ascent, suitable for climbers with prior high-altitude experience. Starting from the Horcones Valley, the route takes climbers through a series of camps, including Plaza de Mulas and Plaza Canada, before reaching the final push to the 22,841-foot summit. The Normal Route offers stunning views of the Andes and requires good physical conditioning and acclimatization to succeed.
NORMAL ROUTE flash expedition (12 DAYS)
The lengthy three-week schedule is often a dealbreaker for interested clients, so we offer a shortened version as another option. It also adds an extra challenge, being a more aggressive approach to the mountain’s summit, and one that requires pre-acclimatization for higher chance of success