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Mark the start of the new year by achieving the summit of one of the world's highest mountains. At 6965m high, Argentinian giant, Aconcagua is not only the highest mountain in the southern hemisphere, it is also the 2nd highest of the famous "Seven Continental Summits". Second only to Mt Everest (Asia's highest), Aconcagua is relatively easy to climb and has been described as the worlds highest trekking peak by its normal route.

We will make our ascent of Aconcagua via the normal route - itself not technical, it is however a continually interesting route from a base in the Hercones Valley. The route will require the use of crampons and ice axes and we may use a small amount of fixed rope should conditions demand it.

Some seasons find the route snow free, other times the difficulties are increased by snow and ice. We will establish a number of camps up the route culminating in our high camp which we expect to site at an altitude of 6600m. This camp will be our launch point for summit bids.

Dates - Jan 28 - Feb 18 2011

No of Days - 23 days - Cost £2575.00 Land only price

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All our groups are supplied with top of the range mountain tents - Winds on Aconcagua are often violent and poor equipment can fail at critical times

*Our trips no longer include international flights as our clients come from all over the world and the internet has made available very cheap flights.

Price includes - transportation, permits, food on the mountain, communal equipment, ropes, tents, climbing equipment etc. Does not include - flights, insurance (compulsory), visas, or food whilst in towns and cities.

Grading - This expedition will be suitable for climbers happy on mixed terrain and snow/ice to about 20-25 degrees. Though the route is non technical (about Alpine Facile) it is however at very high altitude and we recommend that potential participants should have a high degree of both fitness and motivation. If you are in doubt about your level of experience for this trip, you should contact us by telephone before booking.