Four days in Aconcagua park
Part of Aconcagua Park, Matienzo is the last valley on the Argentine side, in the Central Andes. Located very close to the town of Las Cuevas, it is a great attraction, with sweeping landscapes and rarely climbed peaks.
The ascent of Mount Pedro Zanni is ideal for those who want to venture into mid-mountain activities for the first time due to its proximity to a populated center and the rugged natural environment that surrounds it. Spring through autumn is the ideal time to reach it due to the wide temperature range and lack of snow in the gorge.
From its summit, we have an impressive view of Mount Aconcagua on its southwest face.
Details
Details
Next Dates: March, 26 to 29 | April, 08 to 11.
Meeting: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, Day 1 - 9am.
End: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, Day 3 - 4pm.
Please consider purchasing your return ticket from Mendoza with some extra time in case of delays along the route.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 14kms / 1500mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Physical preparation and willpower
Min Group / Ratio: 3 PAX / 1 Guide|7 PAX
Gear List: It is delivered at the time of booking.
Meeting: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, Day 1 - 9am.
End: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, Day 3 - 4pm.
Please consider purchasing your return ticket from Mendoza with some extra time in case of delays along the route.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 14kms / 1500mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Physical preparation and willpower
Min Group / Ratio: 3 PAX / 1 Guide|7 PAX
Gear List: It is delivered at the time of booking.
Addressed to:
- People with trekking experience who want to make their first ascents above 4000m
- People in excellent physical condition.
- Those who understand the mountain environment, are willing to participate and adapt, and wish to share the experience in a group.
- Involves walking on scree, snow, or ice. The use of crampons and descents via mountain scree are possible.
- You can choose to book this experience for yourself if you do not wish to participate in a group.
Meet in Mendoza. Guides meet, then travel to Las Cuevas (400 km). Trek to the campsite (3,200 m).
On this trip, we'll focus on slowly ascending the steep slopes as we enter the Matienzo Valley, part of Aconcagua Provincial Park. When we arrive, we will set up our basecamp and have the rest pf the evening free to rest and prepare for the next day.
After having breakfast, we'll prepare to visit Laguna del Potrero Escondido.
This trek will allow us to continue adjusting to the altitude. Once there, we will enjoy the scenery and stay for lunch.
We will return to camp. Rest.
We will start the trek early, ascending slowly. Once we reach the summit, from where we can see the southwest face of the Colossus of America, the Matienzo Glacier, Juncal in Chile, and the surrounding mountains, we will take an hour's rest before descending into the valley. We will return to camp. Rest.
After breakfast, we will prepare to return to the start point and then to Mendoza to conclude the activity.
- 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 the last day.
- Round-trip transfer in a private vehicle from Mendoza.
- Overnight in high mountain tents or mountain hut if it is available.
- Group cooking gear, heaters, pots, and cooking utensils.
- Carrying of group camping gear and food to the basecamp for groups of 3 passengers or more.
- 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.
- Breakfast 'Day 1'.
- Personal gear.
- Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Porter the last day to return to the start point for camping gear, food, and fuel.
- Transport to the meeting point.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
- High-quality photography without a watermark.
- Drone Photography / Video.
- Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.
"With Silvina as my guide, I completed my first two 4000m climbs. Stepanek and Adolfo Calle. She was attentive to every detail, insisting on hydration and nutrition, and waiting for the right time for each member of the group. In my case, I was always the slowest one... lagging behind. She coordinated and guided every step toward the summit. I learned a lot about high-altitude equipment and how easy it is to pack my sleeping bag inside its cover. It was all an odyssey for me. I leave my excellent recommendations for this extraordinary guide, Silvina.", María C., 2x4000 - Introductory Mountaineering.
