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FULL SERVICE

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19 DIAS

19 DIAS

PRIVATE & SCHEDULED

PRIVATE &
SCHEDULED

A technical and challenging ascent in Aconcagua POLISH GLACIER

The Polish Glacier Direct Route is a technical ascent for experienced mountaineers and adventurers looking to reach the highest peak in South America, and one of the 7 Summits, in a unique and challenging way. In addition, our itinerary will allow you to make a 360° tour of Aconcagua, being able to know all its camps and enjoy all the views of the colossus of America.

A technical and challenging ascent in Aconcagua POLISH GLACIER

The Polish Glacier Direct Route is a technical ascent for experienced mountaineers and adventurers looking to reach the highest peak in South America, and one of the 7 Summits, in a unique and challenging way. In addition, our itinerary will allow you to make a 360° tour of Aconcagua, being able to know all its camps and enjoy all the views of the colossus of America.

ABOUT THE ROUTE

 It all begins with a three day trekking through Valle de Vacas up to Plaza Argentina Base Camp contemplating the East Face of Aconcagua. After preparing everything we will start the ascent through the North Face of Aconcagua, ascending to Polish Route High Camps. Then we get the summit through the Polish Glacier Direct Route. The descent is made via the Normal Route to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp, where you can enjoy the West Face of Aconcagua.  And finally exit the Park from Horcones, where you can view the great South Face of Aconcagua.

Difficulty: The Polish Glacier begins at 6000 meters high. It has a maximum slope of between 45 and 60 degrees in its most prominent part. It is graded as “D” (Difficult), this can vary a little depending on the conditions of the Glacier .
Requirements: Requires a medium technical level of ice climbing and a medium/high level of fitness.
Ascent mode: Alpine Style, Multi-long/ Ensemble progression | Himalaya style, Fixed rope access.



This route will allow you to see a unique landscape: the magnificence of the Polish Glacier, all faces of Aconcagua and the greatness of the Andes; and most important, the satisfaction of having reached the summit through one of its most challenging routes.

FULL SERVICE PROGRAM

The ascent through Valle de Vacas and the descent through the Normal Route is an original program that offers a complete view of the highest mountain of America , allowing you to enjoy the magnitude of the mountain and its splendor.

ITINERARY POLISH GLACIER

NOTE
The proposed itinerary can be changed due to weather conditions or other forced situations that put in risk the group security. The guides have the authority to change the program according to their criteria. You can be sure the changes have two fundamental objectives. These are to maximize the security and the summit chances. And they are based on our guides knowledge and experience.

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check SERVICES INCLUDED

  • Professional mountain guide. Experienced and qualified to operate in Aconcagua. RATIO: Until Camp 2: 1 Guide each 4 pax / Summit day (Glacier ascent): 1 Guide each 1 or 2 pax
  • Assistance with the procedures to obtain the permit to enter Park Aconcagua.
  • Ground transportation in private vehicles. Transport IN Airport – Hotel in Mendoza /Transport IN-OUT Mendoza – Puente de Inca – Park Entrance
  • Two (2) nights of accommodation in a 3* hotel in Mendoza City (Sharing room, Double/Triple occupancy), Breakfast included.
  • One (1) night of accommodation in Puente de Inca (Sharing room,). Breakfast & dinner included.
  • Transportation by freight mules of your personal equipment without limits in kg IN-OUT Puente de Inca-Base Camp
  • Lodging at base camps in mountain tents or dormitory tents for 4 or 8 persons and high camps in mountain tents.
 
  • All meals included on the mountain.
  • Drinking water (hot and cold) in all our camps (base camps and high camps)
  • Fully equipped dining dome at base camps. Exclusive restrooms for our clients.
  • Internet and charge of your device for free at base camps.
  • One (1) Hot shower at base camp.
  • Facility for the storage and care of equipment.
  • Full porter service to carry double tents, garbage and human waste and part of common equipment
  • Communications between high camps, base camp, Puente de Inca and Mendoza.
  • Medical equipment available at base camps and high camps.

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