POLISH GLACIER TRAVERSE
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Mountain
Monte Aconcagua
Address
Mendoza, Argentina
Altitude
6962 m
ACONCAGUA POLISH GLACIER TRAVERSE
The Aconcagua Traverse 360 is the most complete and varied of the routes. On going in this travesy, you will cross the magnificence of Polish Glacier Route, rise up to the summit, combinating with the Normal Route on the downway; allowing you to have a 360° journey through the highest mountain in the Americas. You will experience a unique and incredible trip going through all the faces of Aconcagua, and admiring all different landscapes from the Andes in this incredible adventure.
Polish Glacier Traverse Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Mendoza (2508 ft –760 m).
We are met on arrival at Mendoza airport and transferred to our comfortable hotel in the heart of Mendoza. The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore, tonight we meet of leader and other expedition members as we enjoy dinner in one of Mendoza’s best restaurants, where we can sample traditional Argentine food. D. (Note: Meals included in the land cost are designated as Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2 - Mendoza - Penitentes (8992 ft /2725 m)
After breakfast we transfer to the trekking permit office in Mendoza, (permits not included) from here we travel around 3hrs to our comfortable lodge in Penitentes, 2500m. B D.
Day 3 - Penitentes - Pampa de Leñas (10230 ft / 3100 m).
Drive to Quebrada de Vacas and start our first day trekking to our camp at Pampa de Leñas.
Day 4 - Pampa de Leñas - Casa de Piedra (11880 ft / 3600 m).
Start the trek to our second trekking camp Casa de Piedra (3240), 4 a5 hours. Where we have our first view of Aconcagua Polish Glacier. Armed Camp Dinner (typical Argentine barbecue) and Rest.
Day 5 - Casa de Piedra - Plaza Argentina (13200 ft / 4000 m)
Start the trek to Base Camp Plaza Argentina 5-6 hour climb from Base Camp, B.
Day 6 - Plaza Argentina (13200 ft / 4000 m).
Rest and acclimatization Reorganization Equipment ,Medical Check, Exploration of the site to maximize our chances of acclimatization in the mountains, hiking in the surrounding count base camp, BL D.
Day 7 - Plaza Argentina - Camp 1- Plaza Argentina
Transport equipment and food to Camp 1 (4800), 4-5 Hours, We carry everything essential in backpacks and as much light as possible for a gradual adaptation to the altitude. Back to base camp. dinner and breakfast, BL D.
Day 8 - Plaza Argentina (13200 ft / 4000 m).
Rest at Plaza Argentina base camp. BL D.
Day 9 - Plaza Argentina - Camp 1 (16335 ft / 4950 m).
Transportation of equipment from Plaza Argentina to Camp 1. Dinner and rest. B L D
Day 10 - Camp 1 - Camp 2 - Camp 1 (18095 ft / 5500 m)
Transportation of equipment from Camp 1 to Camp 2 (5600 m) Return to Camp 1. Dinner and rest. B L D
Day 11 - Camp 1 - Camp 2 (Upper Guanacos) (18095 ft / 5500 m)
Stay overnight at Camp 2.B L D.
Day 12 - Camp 2 (18095 ft / 5500 m)
Resting day at Camp 2. B L D.
Day 13 - Camp 2 - Camp 3 (19740 ft / 6000 m).
Climb to Camp 3 Colera by making a traverse to the Normal Route B L D.
Day 14 -Camp 3 – Aconcagua Summit (22841 ft / 6962 m) - Camp 3.
From Camp 3 climb to the summit of Aconcagua. Today we will follow the normal North Face route. Return to Camp 3. BL D.
Day 15 -Camp 3 - Plaza de Mulas base camp.
Today and following the Normal North side Route we descent from Camp 3 to Plaza de Mulas base camp.
Day 16 - Plaza de Mulas base camp -Penitentes
Descent to Penitentes and from here drive to the Lodge Penitentes., B L D
Day 17 - Penitentes - Mendoza
In the early morning we move to the Hotel in the city of Mendoza., B D.
Day 18 - End of Tour
Our tour end after breakfast, where the people will be transferred to the airport.
Day 19 - Extra day
This day is added if we encounter bad weather conditions during the ascent.BLD
Day 20 - Extra day
This day is added if we encounter bad weather conditions during the ascent.BLD
Included Services
Transport - Airport - Hotel Mendoza - airport.
two (2) nights lodging at a Hotel in Mendoza – double room with dinner and continental breakfast included.
Assistance with the procedures to obtain the permit to enter the Aconcagua Provincial Park.
Transport from the hotel in Mendoza to the permit office (permits are not included) (1*) and from the permit office to Penintentes.
One (1) night at Lodge Penitentes,rooms with dinner and continental breakfast included.
Mules for load transportation from Puente del Inca to Plaza de Argentina and back.
All Meals ,drinks, during expedition, and Base Camp Plaza Argentina. Including: Private Mess Tent with tables and benches, dishes, all meals served,electric light.
High Mountain Guide.
WIFI Internet and charge of your device for free at base camps, Permanent radio communication with Mendoza
Permanent technical advise about personal equipment before your departure.
Pots, stoves, fuel, food and tents above Base Camp.
Transport from the hotel to Mendoza airport.
Dates & Prices season 2022/2023
| Departure Expedition |
End Expedition | Price |
| December 10,2022 | December 29, 2022 | Request Price |
| December 18, 2022 | January 06, 2023 | Request Price |
| December 23, 2022 | january 11, 2023 | Request Price |
| January 05, 2023 | January 23, 2023 | Request Price |
| January 10, 2023 | January 29, 2023 | Request Price |
| January 15, 2023 | February 03, 2023 | Request Price |
| January 23, 2023 | February 11, 2023 | Request Price |
| February 02, 2023 | February 21, 2023 | Request Price |
