New Year in Aconcagua
New Year in Aconcagua
Aconcagua park
Your travel starts now...
Your travel starts now...
Aconcagua is located in the province of Mendoza, Argentina, in the heart of the Andes mountain range. It is known as the "Roof of the Americas" at 6962 meters.
We will enter the beautiful Horcones Gorge, where the normal route to the summit of the Colossus of the Americas runs.
We will spend two nights at the first camp, "Confluencia," from where we will depart for the viewpoint of the majestic South Face of Mount Aconcagua.
There, depending on the day and weather conditions, you may see landslides, avalanches, and falling ice blocks.
From there, we will be able to view the imposing wall, almost 3000 meters high, which is world-renowned for its difficulty on ice, rock, and mixed climbing.
Come and live an unforgettable experience, starting the year in a special way.
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This activity is intended for people in good physical condition and health who want a unique experience or their first ascent to 4000 meters, starting the year on the highest mountain in the Americas. Trekking without technical difficulty.
Details
Details
Dates: December 30th to January 1st, 2026 | Other dates to be agreed upon from December to February.
Meeting place: Mendoza City, the day before departure to arrange a permit.
Starting place: Mendoza City (Day 1. 6 hours).
Ending place: Mendoza City (Day 3).
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medical certificate with exercise stress test | Good physical condition.
Minimum Group Size: 3 PAX / 1 Guide | 7 PAX.
Includes: See full list.
For 2 PAX, the cost of carrying equipment on mules can be omitted.
“Leave no trace.”
During the mountain activity, all waste that came with us returns with us.
Papers, fruit peels, toilet paper, wet wipes, feminine dressings, etc. They can be discarded upon arrival at the shelter or in the destination city upon completion.
Help us keep the mountain clean. Thank you very much!
- 60/70 liter backpack to carry personal items.
- Backpack cover or nylon to waterproof the backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Trekking or mountain boots with semi-rigid soles.
- Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
- Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
- Headlamp. Replacement batteries.
- Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
- Sunscreen factor 60 or higher.
- Lip protector.
- Personal hygiene elements. Quick drying towel.
- Personal first aid kit (band-aids, gauze, adhesive tape, povidone-iodine, 1 pair of disposable gloves, 2 elastic bandages, ibuprofen, sublingual reliveran, loperamide, rehydration salts) and prescription medication if applicable.
- Suggestion: 70% alcohol to sanitize your hands.
- Two t-shirts (long sleeve/short sleeve).
- Diver or fleece jacket or windstopper.
- Fine down jacket or synthetic filling.
- Expedition down jacket (500gs filling).
- Waterproof jacket.
- Thermal shoe.
- Trekking or fleece pants.
- Waterproof pants.
- Warm hat, sun cap and buff neck scarf.
- A pair of fleece gloves, a pair of waterproof gloves.
- Optional: Mittens and/or Mitten Covers.
- Crocks (for resting in the shelter).
- Two pairs of thin stockings.
- Two pairs of thick socks.
- Kitchen items (knife, fork, spoon, plate and unbreakable cup).
- Containers to store at least 3 liters. of water per person.
- Steel thermos for personal use (at least 500cm3).
- Plastic bags to self-manage your waste.
- Personal portable charger (powerbank) for camping or shelter days.
- Snacks (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougats, cereal bars, candies, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.).
Transfer from Mendoza by private vehicle. Visit to Puente del Inca, a natural bridge over the Cuevas River. Transfer to Horcones, where we will have our first view of the mountain. Formalities at the park ranger station and start of the 3- to 4-hour trek. Camp at Confluencia. Enjoy the afternoon to rest and enjoy the scenery.
Trekking Duration: 3 to 4 hours – Accommodation: High-altitude tents – Meals: Breakfast – Hiking lunch – Dinner. – Transportation: Includes transfer from Mendoza to Horcones.
After a 4.5-hour trek, we'll arrive at the Plaza Francia viewpoint. Aconcagua will appear more magnificent and spectacular than ever. It's a breathtaking view of Aconcagua that you'll never forget. We'll take the opportunity to acclimatize and enjoy the spectacular scenery offered by Aconcagua's south face. We'll return to Confluencia for dinner and a rest.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 8 hours – Accommodation: High-altitude tents – Meals: Breakfast – Hiking lunch – Dinner.
We begin the descent to Horcones. We arrive at the Horcones Ranger Station, where the van will be waiting to transport us back to Penitentes. There, you can take the bus back to Mendoza City. End of our services.
Trekking Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Transportation: Includes transfer from Horcones to Mendoza.
Services included:
- Assistance in obtaining the Aconcagua entry permit.
- Professional guide with Aconcagua Park certification, Mendoza - 1 for every 7 passengers / Assistant as appropriate.
- Meals: Breakfast, Box lunch, Dinner. From lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 3.
- Purified water in Confluencia.
- Transfer from Mendoza to Aconcagua Park (400km) by private vehicle.
- (3 or more people) Mules for group transport of loads to and from Confluencia Camp
(up to 10kg per person). - High Mountain Tents shared by 3 people.
- Dining Dome Tent with chairs, tables, plates, glasses, cutlery, and electricity in Confluencia shared with another expedition.
- Medical service in Confluencia.
- Satellite and VHF communications.
- Insurance: Personal Accident - Civil Liability.
- First Aid Kit.
- Bathrooms, latrines in Confluencia.
- Assistance in preparing Loads for the mules.
- Specialized personalized assistance prior to the trip.
- Advice on renting or purchasing equipment.
Services Not Included:
- Entrance ticket to Aconcagua Park.
- Personal clothing / equipment.
- Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Transportation to the meeting point.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses incurred due to abandonment of the activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
Price
Price
Booking: 40% of the total by Bank Transfer | Cash.
"An unforgettable experience! My first summit at 4,500 meters above sea level, climbing Falso Morocho with Silvina, on the Seismiles Route in Catamarca! Silvina takes care of every detail, from health and pre-training to food and well-being during rest periods, to make the expedition a spectacular experience! She also took us to the Ruta de los Adobes and the Cañón del Indio in Paso de San Francisco! I'm so grateful to Silvina for accompanying me and encouraging me to undertake this first high-altitude expedition! And many more to come!", Juana Miñones - Bertran Volcano Expedition.
"A beautiful trip, Balcón del Pissis, along with the Falso Morocho and Coquena treks (my first 4000m), with a breathtaking view. ❤️ I really enjoyed sharing this experience and adding some tours in the area (we also included a stop at the Cañon del Indio and the Adobe Route on this itinerary) to get to know Catamarca a little better! Thanks, Sil, for such a lovely weekend, excellent guide, and very good service. ✨ @andesxtadventures In summary, the guide, included services, and shared days: Excellent, it fulfilled everything proposed and exceeded expectations. THANK YOU," Giselle M. - 2x4000 Expedition, Valle de los Seismiles.
