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Its large walls and towers resemble a cathedral, while smaller rock and sandstone formations resemble monks, who in a "penitent" attmountain has the particular characteristic of being an excellent viewpoint for Aconcagua, the rest of the Main Cordillera of Argentina and part of the Chilean Cordillera. Near the summit preserves priceless treasures, among them small Inca pircados.
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These climbs are ideal for people in good physical condition who wish to experience a demanding mountain climb without technical difficulty.
Next Date: March 22 to 24 | Others, to be agreed for groups.
Meeting point: Mendoza Capital, "ACA" in front of the bus station, day 1, 9hs.
Ending point: Mendoza Capital, "ACA" in front of the bus station, day 3, 18hs.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 23kms / 1800mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Min group / Ratio: 3 PAX / 1 Guide| 7 PAX.
Included: Professional Mountain Guide (EPGAMT), Transfer, Use of high mountain tents, All meals, AP and RC insurance, First aid kit - Satellite communication, VHF (emergencies), Small groups.
Not included: Individual equipment, Breakfast on Day 1, Drinks, Expenses for: Rescue and/or Evacuation or Abandonment of the Activity, Transport to the Meeting Point.
“Leave no trace.”
During the mountain activity, all waste that came with us returns with us.
Papers, fruit peels, toilet paper, wet wipes, feminine dressings, etc. They can be discarded upon arrival at the shelter or in the destination city upon completion.
Help us keep the mountain clean. Thank you very much!
- 60/70 liter backpack to carry personal items.
- Backpack cover or nylon to waterproof the backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Snow Gaiters / Crampons (will be notified if it is required closer to the date).
- Climbing helmet (with size regulation).
- Trekking or mountain boots with semi-rigid soles.
- Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
- Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
- Headlamp. Replacement batteries).
- Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
- Sunscreen factor 60 or higher.
- Lip protector.
- Personal hygiene elements. Quick drying towel.
- Personal first aid kit (band-aids, gauze, adhesive tape, povidone-iodine, 1 pair of disposable gloves, 2 elastic bandages, ibuprofen, sublingual reliveran, loperamide, rehydration salts) and prescription medication if applicable.
- Suggestion: 70% alcohol to sanitize your hands.
- Two t-shirts (long sleeve/short sleeve).
- Diver or fleece jacket or windstopper.
- Fine down jacket or synthetic filling.
- Expedition down jacket (500gs filling).
- Waterproof jacket.
- Thermal shoe.
- Trekking or fleece pants.
- Waterproof pants.
- Warm hat, sun cap and buff neck scarf.
- A pair of fleece gloves, a pair of waterproof gloves.
- Optional: Mittens and/or Mitten Covers.
- Crocks (for resting in the shelter).
- Two pairs of thin stockings.
- Two pairs of thick socks.
- Kitchen items (knife, fork, spoon, plate and unbreakable cup).
- Containers to store at least 3 liters. of water per person.
- Steel thermos for personal use (at least 500cm3).
- Plastic bags to self-manage your waste.
- Personal portable charger (powerbank) for camping or shelter days.
- Snacks (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougats, cereal bars, candies, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.).
