Aconcagua Expedition

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Basic

Join the ultimate high-altitude adventure — a fully guided 17-day expedition to the highest peak in the Americas! Towering at nearly 7,000 meters, this iconic summit is achievable without technical climbing, making it an ideal challenge for seasoned trekkers. But don’t be fooled — Aconcagua demands physical strength and mental resilience, making prior mountain experience essential.

Our expertly crafted strategy, built from decades of high-Andes exploration, ensures a safer and more successful ascent. You'll be supported every step of the way by elite, certified mountain guides, who manage logistics and help you gear up properly.

Dare to test your limits and stand above the clouds on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Join us to conquer the tallest summit in the Americas — and create memories that will last forever!

Maximo K. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English, Spanish

Maximo is one of the world’s most accomplished high-altitude mountaineers, with over 25 years of climbing experience and a career spanning more than 118 expeditions. Born in Argentina, raised in Brazil, and educated in the UK, Max has led professional climbs since the age of 23, guiding teams through some of the most extreme and remote mountain regions on Earth—from the Andes to the Himalayas. His deep knowledge and calm leadership have earned him a reputation for precision, safety, and unwavering dedication. Recognized by Guinness World Records, Max holds the record for the most 6,000-meter peaks climbed, with 90 ascents in the Andes alone. He has summited over 260 peaks above 5,500 meters and participated in at least 11 expeditions to the world’s legendary 8,000-meter giants, including the formidable K2. In 2012, he launched the Andes 6K+ Project, an ambitious mission to climb all 104 Andean peaks over 6,000 meters—an effort that is now 85% complete. His solo season, during which he summited 30 of these peaks alone, remains a landmark achievement in South American mountaineering. Beyond his climbing exploits, Max is a passionate educator and researcher. He contributes to high-altitude medicine studies, teaches specialized courses for physicians, and plays an active role in the classification and naming of Andean peaks. As the founder of Andes Specialists, he continues to share his knowledge and love for the mountains with climbers from around the world. With more than 30 countries visited, Max remains as humble as he is accomplished—always seeking the next summit with the same curiosity and respect that first drew him to the heights.

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The tour guides you'll probably meet as well

Jorge

Jorge was born in Trelew, a city in the province of Chubut, in Argentine Patagonia, near the sea. At the age of 12, his family moved to Epuyen, a small town nestled in the mountains of Northern Patagonia. It was in this environment that Jorge began to explore and climb mountains from an early age. At 15, a physical education teacher introduced him to the fundamentals of hiking through the forests and mountains of the region. He earned his Trekking Guide certification in 2011 and became a certified Mountain Guide in 2013 through the Provincial School of High Mountain and Trekking Guides in Mendoza. Over the course of his career, Jorge has climbed various mountains in Patagonia, the Central Andes, Bolivia, and Brazil. Since 2015, Jorge has been working as a guide with Gente de Montanha, where he is also responsible for expedition logistics during the summer season in Argentina. During the rest of the year, he returns to Epuyen, where he dedicates himself to mountaineering, climbing, trekking, kayaking, and cycle touring—always planning his next adventure. Throughout his career, Jorge has led more than 25 expeditions to Mount Aconcagua, completed over 42 expeditions to mountains above 6,000 meters, and helped more than 150 people achieve their mountaineering dreams. He has been guiding for Gente de Montanha for over 10 years.

Angel

Angel is a professional high-altitude mountain guide and one of the first to graduate from EPGAMT Mendoza in 2001. Since then, he has successfully guided over 70 expeditions to Aconcagua and several major climbs in the Himalayas, including two Everest expeditions, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam. Angel has also led complex logistical expeditions to remote peaks like Mount Vinson in Antarctica, and climbed more than 75 different high-altitude peaks across the Andes. Known for his calm and easygoing nature, Angel brings not only deep mountain expertise but also a curious mind — he’s just as comfortable discussing quantum physics or geopolitics as he is planning summit strategies.

Tour highlights

Progressive Altitude Adventure

Trek from the lush valleys of Mendoza to the windswept heights of Colera Camp at 6,000m, with each day strategically designed for safe acclimatization

Summit the Highest Peak in the Americas

Stand atop Aconcagua at 6962m, the tallest mountain outside Asia, after a challenging and unforgettable summit push through high-altitude terrain.

Expert-Guided Journey Through the Andes

From logistics to safety and training, every step is led by experienced mountain guides who ensure you're prepared — physically and mentally

Route details

Arrive in sunny Mendoza, where our team greets you at the airport. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and meet your fellow adventurers. If time allows, visit gear shops to prep for the climb.
Included: Airport transfer & hotel

Difficulty

Challenging

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health

Tour provider's comments

Previous high altitude climbing experience (6,000-meter experience recommended)
Good health and solid physical preparation

The absence of technical climbing doesn’t mean it’s easy. This is a physically demanding mountain. And because of the expedition’s duration, it’s also a mental challenge, reinforcing the importance of prior experience on smaller mountains.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Tent

13 nights

Hotel

3 nights

Camping at Confluencia, Plaza de Mulas, Canada, Nido de Cóndores, and Colera
Dining tents at Confluencia, Plaza de Mulas, and Nido de Cóndores

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Mendoza

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Tour conditions

Included

average of 1 guide for every 2 climbers during summit day;
daily check-ups with doctors at Basecamp and Confluencia;
2 hotel nights in Mendoza (3–4 star hotel Condor Suites);
airport–hotel–airport transfers in Mendoza;
transport to/from Horcones (Aconcagua Park entrance);
overnight in Cuevas hostel (shared rooms);
camping at Confluencia, Plaza de Mulas, Canada, Nido de Cóndores, and Colera;
dining tents at Confluencia, Plaza de Mulas, and Nido de Cóndores;
meals during the expedition (breakfast, lunch/snack, dinner);
20kg personal gear transport to base camp (Plaza de Mulas) by mule;
all group gear (tents, stoves, kitchen gear, cookware, gas, etc.)
treated drinking water at all camps;
pre-expedition gear orientation and checklist;
daily medical check-ups at high camps;
large medical kit available in every camp;
use of oxygen and Gamow bag if necessary;
WFR-certified guides (Wilderness First Responder);
discount on equipment rental in Mendoza.

Extras

climbing permit USD 850;
(apply before June 2025 and receive 30% OFF your climbing permit! Save up to USD 240!)
international flights to/from Mendoza (MDZ);
personal mountaineering equipment (rentable);
rescue insurance (mandatory – Global Rescue or Red Point Travel recommended);
meals in Mendoza (approx. 3 meals total);
single room or private tent upgrade (optional);
porter service above base camp (optional, pre-booked);
extra hotel nights in Mendoza if returning early;
expenses related to abandoning the expedition (transport, food, hotel);
tips for guides and porters;
personal medical expenses or medication.

Group size

From 2 to 10 tourists

Duration

17 days

16 nights

It's important to know

Having the right mountaineering gear is essential for a successful Aconcagua Expedition. Your Aconcagua equipment will be personally checked by one of our guides upon arrival at the hotel. Don’t worry if you’re missing something — you can easily rent or buy all necessary mountaineering equipment in Mendoza.

Head

Bandana
Buff or similar

Balaclava
To protect your face on summit push

Hat
Woollen hat or similar for cold days

Ski goggles

UV protection goggles to be used during storms or very cold conditions

Sunglasses (cat 3 or 4)

With side protection to fit your face

Sunscreen and lip balm

30 FPS or more

Batteries

AA or AAA batteries depending on your headtorch. Can be purchased in local store.

Headtorch

Working headtorch and spare batteries

Torso

Light down jacket

Summit Down Jacket
Heavy hooded down jacket for cold conditions

Snowproof jacket
A good snow, rain and windproof jacket

T-shirt
Synthetic fibre long or short sleeve t-shirt

Fleece jacket
Used alone or as part of a layer system for better performance

Legs

Trekking pants
Light trekking pants

Gaiters
For snow, sand or scree terrain

Base layer pants
For very cold days and summit push

Snowproof pants
Goretex or similar pants will be used for high wind or during snow conditions

Fleece Pants
Fleece, polartec or similar. To be used with other layers for very cold conditions

Hands

Hand warmers
Chemical hand warmers for the summit push.

Mittens
Thick down mittens for summit push

Gloves
Fleece or polartec gloves for every day use

Feet

Sandals or crocs
Sandals or crocs for river crossing or hanging around camp

Trekking boots
Waterproof trekking boots, try wearing them before the expedition

Trekking socks
Good thick trekking socks

Thick expedition socks
For summit day

Double boots

A pair of double or double plastic boots such as Koflach Exped, Koflach Vertical, Asolo Ottomilla, Asolo AFS, Trezetta, Scarpa Vega, Scarpa Inferno, La Sportiva Baruntse, Olympus Mons, La Sportiva Spantik, Scarpa Phantom, La Sportiva G2.

Single layer boots such as La Sportiva Nepal XT, EVO, Batura or Boreal Latok, ARE NOT SUITABLE.

Technical equipment

Helmet
A light helmet with enough room for your clothing

Ice axe
A traverse ice axe (piolet). Can be a straight tool or slightly curved.

Crampons
Crampons with antibott system

Other Equipment

Water purifying tables/drops
A reliable way to treat water

Sunscreen
25fps or above, any brand

Carbo gels
These gels help out on recovery

Snacks
Salty snacks, sweets, etc. Any sort of tasty ready food as complement. On high altitude mountains we don’t normally worry about vitamins and proteins as these kinds of food are too hard to digest. You can buy all these in a local market.

Stuff sacks or bin bags
Helps to keep your stuff dry and organised

Sleeping Bag
A good down sleeping

Rucksack
A decent rucksack with hip belt and rain cover

Altitude medicine
Our guides already have pretty much any drugs you might need during any trip. However, it would be great if you could have a spare tab of the most used drugs:

Ibuprofen (Advil)– This is an anti-inflammatory and works great for high altitude head aches
Loperamide (Imodium) – controls diarrea (not to be used in case of digestive infections. Ask our guides)

Personal Hygiene kit
Soap, tooth brus, come, etc

Sleeping mattress
We prefer taking 2 foam sleeping mattress because of sharp rocks. If you have an inflatable mattress you should also bring a foam mattress to protect the inflatable one against sharp rocks. Don’t forget bringing a repair kit if you have an inflatable mattress.

1 litre thermos
Metallic good quality 1 litre thermos for the summit push. You must have one. Please do not bring smaller ones.

Water bottle
Nalgene 1 litre bottles or similar are great for expeditions! We prefer to not use camelbacks as its hose pipe might freeze

Duffel Bag
Used to transport or store your equipment. In many cases, we transport your personal gear on animals and we don’t want your equipment to get wet or have mule smell…

Freeze dried food
Freeze dried or dry food for high camp

Padlock
To lock your duffel during transportation

Trekking poles
Gives you more stability during walk and summit push.

Dates and Prices

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17 days 16 nights

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