Punta Negra Mt. (4350mts)
Punta Negra Mt. (4350mts)
Uco Valley - Mendoza
Your travel starts now...
Your travel starts now...
In the central-west of Mendoza, where the last 5000 meter mountains rise, a little further south of the Aconcagua region, and almost on the border with the Republic of Chile, rises this wild and unmissable area oF the Central Andes Mountains.
This emblematic hill of the department is located on the same track that leads to the Portillo Argentino from the Historic Manzano.
Between approach treks and various ascents, we will live this experience enjoying mountaineering with all the necessary freedom and professionalism. An adventure for people with or without experience in trekking / mountaineering.
Addressed to:
This climb is intended for people with good physical condition and experience in trekking who wish to experience their first ascents to more than 4000m without other technical difficulties.
Details
Details
Next Date: December 27 and 28 | Others, to be agreed for groups.
Meeting place: Mendoza Capital, in front of the bus station, 8am.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 9kms / 1240mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Min group: 4 people.
Personal Required Gear: View full list.
“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.).
We met in Mendoza to travel together to the Uco Valley, more precisely to the Portinari shelter of the National Gendarmerie. It will be a two-hour trip over 130km. Once there, we will register for access and ascend to the crossing of the sand pit where we will stop to have a picnic lunch before heading to the base of Punta Negra hill where we will set up camp. Rest of the afternoon to enjoy the place, adapt to the altitude and rest for the next day.
After breakfast, we will move to the base of Punta Negra hill. From there we will begin the trekking by riding on the ridge from the West. We will advance at a calm pace, enjoying the increasingly open landscape. After reaching the summit from where we will have a beautiful view of the surrounding mountain range and Paso Portillo, we will take the opportunity to have lunch and return to the base to return to Mendoza. End of services.
Included services:
- Advice on managing entry registration for the mountain area.
- Professional guide with Mendoza certification / Assistant, as appropriate.
- Meals: Breakfast, Box Lunch, Snack. From lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 2.
- Round-trip transfer in a private 4x4 vehicle from Mendoza.
- Overnight stay in high-altitude tents or shelters, subject to availability.
- Drinking water on camping days.
- Group cooking gear, heaters, pots, and cooking utensils.
- Insurance: Personal Accident - Civil Liability.
- Satellite Communications
- First Aid Kit, VHF Communications.
- Specialized personalized assistance prior to the trip.
- Advice on gear rental or purchase.
- Small groups.
Services Not Included:
- Breakfast 'Day 1'.
- Personal gear.
- Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Transportation to the meeting point.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
"Excellent experience, very good organization and food. Highly recommended!", Christian Vergara - 2x4000 Expedition, Mountaineering Initiation (Jan-2024).
