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Aconcagua
can
be
climbed
without
any
technical
experience,
but
should
not
be
underestimated.
General
mountaineering
experience
is
certainly
needed
to
avoid
injury
or
death.
7summits.com offer fully serviced and guided trip up the 3 most used routes.
Below
are
the prices of our regular open trips,
click
here
for
more
detailed
info
and
Itineraries:
I:
Fixed
departure
dates (striked means the trip is fully booked, marked with "*" means almost full!):
|
December 2010 |
January 2011 |
February 2011 |
Price |
| Normal route,
18 days |
(+Nov 25th , 29th*) 4, 9, 14,
17,
20,
23, 28 |
4*, 9*, 14, 19, 24, 29 |
4*, 9, 14 |
$3075 |
| Polish Traverse,
19 days |
1, 8, 15, 21, 29 |
8, 15, 22 |
1, 10 |
$3075 |
*: Almost full, please inquire first!
Special Early bookers discount!
Due to popular demand in previous years, we will again be offering discounts for early bookers:
- book and pay the advance before August 30th: you will get a 5% ($154!) discount, paying only $2921
This discount can be changed or discontinued without notice and before the dates given, so book quickly.
(See detailed info about starting and departure dates, as well as extra days/early arrival lower on this page.)
Note that the technical Polish Glacier (the iceclimb) is only offered as a
private climb for max 3 climbers per guide, see below.
The above are
fixed
dates,
but
we
can
organize
private
groups
as
well,
see
below.
Then you can choose your own departure dates and length can be adjusted where
needed. If
your
party
is
large
enough,
it
might
even
be
cheaper!
The prices below are indicative, and might be adjusted to fully take your wishes and luxury level into account (adding services, days, Hotelnights etc).
II:
Private
groups:
flexible
departure
dates:
|
1
person |
2 persons |
3-4
persons |
5-7
persons |
8-9 persons |
10+
persons |
| Normal
route |
$5950 |
$3900 |
$3450 |
$3050 |
$2950 |
Please inquire |
| Polish
Traverse* |
$5995 |
$4000 |
$3600 |
$3150 |
$3050 |
Please inquire |
| Polish Glacier |
$8000 |
$6500 |
$5900 |
|
|
|
All prices in USD and subject to change, though once booked you will never pay for price increases.
* For $100 per person extra we can arrange a roundtrip around Aconcagua: Up the Polish Traverse, down the Normal route! Only avalable as a private trip, lease inquire.
Private porters:
Though group gear (tents, food etc) will be carried for you on the Normal route, you are expected to carry your own gear, snacks etc. You can hire a porter to bring (part of) your luggage up and/or down:
Prices for a personal porter, carrying max 20kgs each are:
Polish Glacier Traverse route
From Plaza Argentina to Camp 1: U$D 230
From Camp 1 to Camp 2: U$D 330
From Camp 2 to Plaza Argentina: U$D 330
Total: U$D 890
Normal route
From Plaza de Mulas to Canada: U$D 130
From Canada to Nido de Condores: U$D 180
From Nido de Condores to Berlin: U$D 230
From Berlin to Plaza de Mulas: U$D 230
Total: U$D 770
Extra Acclimatisation Program (EAP):
Note that the standard programs might be too fast for some people. If you acclimatise slowly, then you can book the Extra Acclimatisation Program, in which you start 3 days before the main group (basically a private trip). This gives you extra time to acclimatise in Basecamp (3 extra nights including a training ascent), where the rest meets you.
Costs depend on EAP group size. Even if you book alone, if others book the same EAP, you will get the discount!
1 climber only: $580 per person (Normal route or Traverse).
2 Climbers per EAP group: $435 pp
3 or more Climbers per EAP group: $390pp
Note that if there are less than 4 passengers in the EAP group, the transportation from Mendoza to Puente del Inca will be in the regular bus.
Click
here
for
more
detailed
info, what is included
and
detailed Itineraries:
EQUIPMENT TO RENT Aconcagua 2010/2011
Below are basic prices for renting gear. Note that these prices can fluctuate, depending on available gear. We always recommend that you bring as much as your own gear as possible: for example boots that not fit well can end your expedition!
Anoraks – U$D 60
Ski Goggles – U$D 15
Ski Poles – U$D 10
Telescopic Poles – U$D 25
Sleeping Bag – U$D 150
Plastic Boots – U$D 110
Gas Stoves – U$D 30
MSR Stoves – U$D 50
Waterproof Jacket – U$D 65
Down Jacket – U$D 65
Tent – U$D 120
Mattress – U$D 10
Crampons – U$D 45
Frontal Lamp – U$D 20
Down Mittens – U$D 25
Ansilta Waterproof Mittens – U$D 25
Bio Bio Waterproof Mittens – U$D 10
Backpack – U$D 50
Waterproof Pants – U$D 50
Fleece Pants – U$D 15
Ice Axe – U$D 25
Gaiters – U$D 10
If you did not bring all needed gear, or if your guide thinks your gear is inadequate (it will be checked upon arrival), he will accompany you to the gear rental stores.
Extra days, and arrival and departure dates:
See below for more details about the starting and end dates, so you can plan your trip better. It might be wise to arrive a day earlier in Mendoza: it is a very nice city, there are many things to see and do, you can shop for snacks and mountain gear and it will take a lot of stress off when your flight or luggage is delayed (which is very possible as many climbers take many connections).
We can book you in the same 4**** hotel you will be staying in as part of our program (prices probably $120 per room per night, single or double), or you can book a cheaper hotel online (there are many hostels and Hotels and most can be found and booked online).
Dates of the Normal Route:
START OF THE
EXPEDITION
(Day 1) |
END OF THE
EXPEDITION
(Day 18) |
November 25th, 2010 |
December 12th, 2010 |
November 29th, 2010 December 16th, 2010 |
December 16th, 2010 |
December 04th, 2010 |
December 21st, 2010 |
December 09th, 2010 |
December 26th, 2010 |
December 14th, 2010 |
December 31st, 2010 |
December 17th, 2010 |
January 03rd, 2011 |
December 20th, 2010 |
January 06th, 2011 |
December 23rd, 2010 |
January 09th, 2011 |
December 28th, 2010 |
January 14th, 2011 |
January 04th, 2011 |
January 21st, 2011 |
January 09th, 2011 |
January 26th, 2011 |
January 14th, 2011 |
January 31th, 2011 |
January 19th, 2011 |
February 05th, 2011 |
January 24th, 2011 |
February 10th, 2011 |
January 29th, 2011 |
February 15th, 2011 |
February 04th, 2011 |
February 16th, 2011 |
February 09th, 2011 |
February 26th, 2011 |
February 14th, 2011 |
March 03rd, 2011 |
Dates of the Polish Traverse
START OF THE EXPEDITION
(Day 1) |
END OF THE EXPEDITION
(Day 19) |
December 01st, 2010 |
December 19th, 2010 |
December 08th, 2010 |
December 26th, 2010 |
December 15th, 2010 |
January 02nd, 2011 |
December 21st, 2010 |
January 08th, 2011 |
December 29th, 2010 |
January 16th, 2011 |
January 08th , 2011 |
January 26th, 2011 |
January 15th, 2011 |
February 02nd, 2011 |
January 22nd, 2011 |
February 09th, 2011 |
February 01st, 2011 |
February 19th, 2011 |
February 10th, 2011 |
February 28th, 2011 |
Extra Acclimatisation Program (EAP):
Note that the standard programs might be too fast for some people. If you acclimatise slowly, then you can book the Extra Acclimatisation Program, in which you start 3 days before the main group (basically a private trip). This gives you extra time to acclimatise in Basecamp (3 extra nights including a training ascent), where the rest meets you.
Costs depend on EAP group size. Even if you book alone, if others book the same EAP, you will get the discount!
1 climber only: $580 per person (Normal route or Traverse).
2 Climbers per EAP group: $435 pp
3 or more Climbers per EAP group: $390pp
Note that if there are less than 4 passengers in the EAP group, the transportation from Mendoza to Puente del Inca will be in the regular bus.
Prices
Nº OF PASSENGERS |
RATES PER PERSON |
1 Person |
U$D 580.- |
2 Persons |
U$D 435.- |
3 to 12 Persons |
U$D 380.- |
Itinerary (Heights in meters)
Day 1: Mendoza (760)
We will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to the hotel. On this day our guide will check your mountain equipment and accompany you to hire the necessary things. You will lodge and enjoy the comforts of one of the best hotels in Mendoza city. (Food is not included)
Day 2: Mendoza / Puente del Inca (2.725)
Before going to Puente del Inca, the group will apply for the climbing permit with the guides’ assistance. You will have lunch and spend the night in Puente del Inca hostel. In the afternoon, you will make a short trek in the area, to start the acclimatization process. (B, L, D)
- Days 03 & 04: Puente del Inca / Trekking / Puente del Inca
During these days you will climb some mountains (about 4.000 m. heights) with one of our guides. This way, you will increase you acclimatization process. (B, PL, D).
Day 05: Puente del Inca
In the morning you will rest, and at midday you will join the expedition group which is arriving from Mendoza. The whole group together will be able to enjoy lunch. (B, L, D)
Included Services
Apart from all the services mentioned in our Scheduled Expeditions, the EAP option includes:
Transfer from Mendoza to Puente del Inca
If the EAP group is made up of less than 3 people, the transfer from Mendoza to Puente del Inca will be in the regular bus. But if the EAP group is made up of more than 4 people, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Puente Del Inca in our own vehicles.
Lodging in Puente del Inca
You will spend three nights in this place, in rooms for three to six people (according to the number of members in the EAP group) and with private toilet. Complete breakfasts, lunches (or packed lunches) and dinners in the restaurant of the hostel are also included.
Our guides
Our mountain guides are qualified professionals of the AAGM (Argentinean Association of Mountain Guides) and the EPGAMT (School of High Mountain and Trekking Guides). The last qualification is the result of 3 years of study. One guide will accompany the EAP group during these days. The guide´s equipment includes: VHF radio, a first aid kit, complete with the appropriate drugs for altitude sickness, ropes, an altimeter, and professional clothing and equipment. All this will provide security and comfort.
Not Included Services
Drinks and other personal costs not mentioned in the itinerary
Extra expenses like food or drinks separate from those described in the itinerary should be paid by you, as they are not included.
Dates of the EAP Option
NORMAL ROUTE |
|
POLISH GLACIER TRAVERSE ROUTE |
DEPARTURE OF EXPEDITION
(Day 1) |
DEPARTURE OF EAP
(Day 1) |
|
DEPARTURE OF EXPEDITION
(Day 1) |
DEPARTURE OF PAE
(Day 1) |
25-Nov-2010 |
22-Nov-2010 |
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01-Dec-2010 |
28-Nov-2010 |
29-Nov-2010 |
26-Nov-2010 |
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08-Dec-2010 |
05-Dec-2010 |
04-Dec-2010 |
01-Dec-2010 |
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15-Dec-2010 |
12-Dec-2010 |
09-Dec-2010 |
06-Dec-2010 |
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21-Dec-2010 |
18-Dec-2010 |
14-Dec-2010 |
11-Dec-2010 |
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29-Dec-2010 |
26-Dec-2010 |
17-Dec-2010 |
14-Dec-2010 |
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08-Jan-2011 |
05-Jan-2011 |
20-Dec-2010 |
17-Dec-2010 |
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15-Jan-2011 |
12-Jan-2011 |
23-Dec-2010 |
20-Dec-2010 |
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22-Jan-2011 |
19-Jan-2011 |
28-Dec-2010 |
25-Dec-2010 |
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01-Feb-2011 |
29-Jan-2011 |
04-Jan-2011 |
01-Jan-2011 |
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10-Feb-2011 |
07-Feb-2011 |
09-Jan-2011 |
06-Jan-2011 |
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- |
- |
14-Jan-2011 |
11-Jan-2011 |
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- |
- |
19-Jan-2011 |
16-Jan-2011 |
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- |
- |
24-Jan-2011 |
21-Jan-2011 |
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- |
- |
29-Jan-2011 |
26-Jan-2011 |
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- |
- |
04-Feb-2011 |
01-Feb-2011 |
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- |
- |
09-Feb-2011 |
06-Feb-2011 |
|
- |
- |
14-Feb-2011 |
11-Feb-2011 |
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Click
here
for
more
detailed
info, what is included
and
detailed Itineraries:
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