Cordón del Plata, Cradle of Mountaineers
Vallecitos is the ideal area to begin or gain more experience in mid-and high-altitude mountaineering. Among the many possibilities are the ascents of Cerro Adolfo Calle, Stepanek, and San Bernardo, all excellent challenges with beautiful views that can be completed in a single day. These are three of the most popular four-thousand-meter peaks in the Cordón del Plata.
From their summits, you'll have a breathtaking panoramic view of Cerro Rincón, Cerro Vallecitos, Cerro Plata, Cerro Franke, Cerro Lomas Amarillas, and the Precordillera.
Personalized service. Excellent attention—especially regarding safety—and constant presence with the group. Highly recommended in every detail. "Travesía +4000 x 3."
Alberto L.
3x4000 - Mountaineering Challenge - Argentina
Suitable for those with:
- Previous trekking experience.
- Good physical condition and health.
- The mental resilience to adapt to a rugged environment and the group dynamic.
Why chose us?
- Small groups and personalized attention.
- You only need to focus on training and bringing your personal gear.
Requirements:
Medical clearance including an exercise stress test.Ratio:
1 guide per 3 participants.Minimum Group Size:
2 people.Difficulty Level:
Moderate. Involves hiking with a backpack over unstable terrain—including trails, rocky ground, or snow cover.Dates:
November 27–30.Starting point:
Mendoza, Mendoza.Duration:
4 days / 3 nights.
Itinerary Itinerary
9:00 AM: Meeting in Mendoza, travel to Vallecitos.
11:00 AM: Acclimatization trek.
Services: Transfer to Vallecitos. Mountain hut | Meals: Lunch | Afternoon snack | Dinner.
7:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Trekking to Adolfo Calle and Stepanek Peaks
Services: Mountain hut | Meals: Breakfast | Boxed lunch | Afternoon snack | Dinner.
7 hrs: Free day to recharge.
Services: Mountain hut | Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Afternoon snack | Dinner.
6:00 AM: Breakfast
8:00 AM: Trekking up Cerro San Bernardo
Services: Mountain hut | Meals: Breakfast | Boxed lunch.
Approximate end time: 8:00 PM.
A lovely experience! The guide was very attentive and fulfilled everything that was agreed upon.
Fernando M.
3x4000 - Mountaineering Challenge - Argentina
Images of our expeditions
What is included?
Accommodation
- Mountain Refuge: 3 nights, bunk beds with mattresses (no linens).
Meals
- Breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, trail snacks, dinner.
- Group cooking equipment, stoves, fuel, cooking utensils. The boxed lunch contains sandwiches, a sweet treat, fruit, and an isotonic drink.
The informal lunch consists of empanadas or 'picadas'.
Professional Guides
- Professional EPGAMT guide, licensed in Mendoza and WFR certified.
- Assistant, if applicable.
- Specialized, personalized pre-trip assistance.
- Advice on equipment rental or purchase.
Communication
First Aid
- Satellite communication.
- VHF communication.
- First aid kit.
- Use of medical oxygen in case of emergency. Available at the base.
Insurance
- Personal Accidents.
- Civil Liability.
4x4 Transfers and Logistics
- Group gear portage for groups of more than 3 passengers – one-way only.
- Round-trip private vehicle transfer in Mendoza.
- Mountain zone entry registration.
- Small groups.
Not included
Personal Gear
- Personal gear.
- Technical gear for personal use.
- Included pre-trip advice applies to cases where gear is purchased or rented in advance. It is available from the moment of booking.
- We can provide rental gear if booked in advance.
See required gear below.
Additional Expenses
- Breakfast on 'Day 1'.
- Personal clothing / equipment.
- Trail meals / meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Porter for the descent (carrying camp equipment, food, and fuel).
- Transport to the meeting point in Mendoza.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
- Rescue and evacuation costs.
Optional:
Photography - Video
Special meals
- High-quality, watermark-free photography.
- Drone photography/video.
- Special menu options (Vegetarian, Keto, Vegan, etc.).
- One guide per person or an assistant when the group size requires it.
With Silvina as my guide, I successfully summited my first two 4,000-meter peaks: Stepanek and Adolfo Calle. She was attentive to every detail—insisting on proper hydration and nutrition—and made sure to wait for every group member to arrive. In my case—being the slowest one who always lags behind—she coordinated and guided every step of the way to the summits. I learned a lot about high-altitude mountaineering gear, and even discovered how simple it is to pack a sleeping bag into its stuff sack—something that used to be a real ordeal for me. I highly recommend Silvina; she is an extraordinary guide.
María C.
2x4000 - Introduction to Mountaineering - Argentina
