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Located in the Cordón del Plata, Central Andes, Cerro Vallecitos is an icon of the place, its ascent is an almost obligatory step for many mountaineers who visit the Cordón del Plata. It is the third highest peak in that place.
From its summit we will have a panoramic view of Cerro Aconcagua, Cordón de la Jaula and Valley of the refuges.
Vallecitos, at first glance, gives us an important east wall, composed of rock and channels of ice and snow, which imposes itself on the landscape; and “deceives” about how accessible and comfortable their normal route is. This does not remove the difficulty due to the altitude.
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These ascents are ideal for people with good physical condition and experience in medium mountains who wish to experience an expedition in higher altitude mountains without major technical difficulties.
Dates: February 16 to 21.
Meeting place: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, 9am.
End place: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, 5pm.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 23km / 3300mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medical certificate with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Min Group / Ratio: 3 people / 1 Guide | 4 PAX.
Includes: Professional Guide (EPGAMT), Transfer, Accommodation in Mountain Hut and High Mountain Tents, Meals, Insurance, First Aid Kit - Satellite Communication, VHF (emergencies), Personalized advice.
Not included: Individual equipment, Breakfast on day 1, Snacks, 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 so much!
- 60/80 liter backpack to carry personal items.
- Backpack cover or nylon to waterproof the backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Leggings.
- Climbing helmet (with size regulation).
- Mountain boots with semi-rigid or rigid soles.
- Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
- Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
- Headlamp. Replacement batteries.
- In case of adverse wheather or snow forecast:
- Crampons.
- Double Boots
- Ice axe (winter conditions)
- Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
- Sunscreen factor 60 or higher.
- Lip protector.
- Personal hygiene elements. Quick drying towel.
- Medicines for personal use.
- 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 socks.
- 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.
- March Foods (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougats, cereal bars, candies, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.).
Group discounts:
2 people: 5%
3 people: 10%
5 people: 15%
After meeting in Mendoza, we will move to one of the shelters in the Cordillera del Plata (2900mts). The first two days will be dedicated to altitude adaptation, so we will take advantage of the opportunity to tour the peaks of the famous "Cadenita". On the third day, we will ascend to "Salto de Agua", a place that will be the base for Cerro Vallecitos where we will camp for the next 3 days. Acclimatization treks, delicious meals and time to rest necessary for the big day await us. On the fifth day, we will start early to try to summit the precious objective: Vallecitos Mt., 5450mts. It's a long day and during the journey we will have increasingly beautiful views of the valleys and glaciers on the hills along the way. Once at the summit, depending on the time and the weather, we will take the well-deserved photos and enjoy the view of the Jaula ravine and its glaciers and Mount Aconcagua. On the last day we will break camp and return to Mendoza.
