Aconcagua in 12 days

After a hearty breakfast at the Mendoza Park Hyatt, we’ll embark on a scenic drive through the Andes to the Aconcagua trailhead. From there, your adventure truly begins!

We’ll set off on a hike to Confluencia Camp (3,390m / 11,122ft), a stunning spot nestled in the heart of the Andes. This moderate trek offers breathtaking views of towering peaks and rugged landscapes, easing you into the journey ahead. At Confluencia, you’ll settle into camp, enjoy a delicious meal, and rest up for the next stage of your ascent!

Wake up to crisp mountain air and breathtaking views at Confluencia Camp before setting off on an unforgettable trek to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp (4,200m / 13,800ft). This scenic and colorful approach takes you through dramatic Andean landscapes, with rugged valleys, towering cliffs, and the first glimpses of Aconcagua’s imposing summit.

Today, we begin the acclimatization process with a strategic load carry to Canada Camp (5,050m / 16,568ft). This hike helps your body adjust to the altitude while also transporting essential gear higher up the mountain.

The climb is challenging but rewarding, offering panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers. After caching our gear at Canada Camp, we’ll descend back to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp for the night.

We’ll pack up and make our way to Canada Camp, our next stop on the ascent. This steady climb takes us higher into the Andes, with incredible views of Aconcagua’s towering slopes and the vast landscapes below.

Today, we ascend to Nido de Cóndores Camp, a spectacular high-altitude plateau that serves as a key staging point for the summit push. The climb from Canada Camp is steady but demanding, as we gain elevation and leave behind the lower camps.

Upon reaching Nido de Cóndores, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes, stretching endlessly in every direction.

Today, we push higher up the mountain to High Camp (Cólera Camp), our final stop before the summit! The climb is challenging, as we navigate steep terrain and increasing altitude, but the reward is unmatched views and an unforgettable sense of achievement.

The day you’ve been waiting for is finally here! We’ll wake up before dawn, gear up, and begin our final ascent to the summit of Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas. The climb is challenging and demanding, but with determination and the support of our expert guides, we’ll push toward the top.

We build in buffer days to account for weather delays or acclimatization needs, ensuring the best possible chance of reaching the summit safely.

We build in buffer days to account for weather delays or acclimatization needs, ensuring the best possible chance of reaching the summit safely.

After the incredible achievement of reaching the summit of Aconcagua, we begin our descent back to Base Camp. The hike down from High Camp is much easier than the ascent, but still requires careful footing as we navigate the steep terrain.

On our final day in the mountains, we set off on a long but rewarding descent from Plaza de Mulas Base Camp to the Horcones trailhead, covering nearly 26 km (16 miles). As we make our way down, you'll have one last chance to soak in the stunning Andean landscapes before saying goodbye to Aconcagua.

At the trailhead, our private transport will be waiting to take us back to Mendoza, where the comforts of the Park Hyatt await.