Climb Mt. Aconcagua – The “Stone Sentinel” of the Andes
Test yourself on Mt. Aconcagua, the Stone Sentinel of the Andes, and the highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere at 22,841 ft. (6,962 m)
DESTINATION: Mt. Aconcagua – Argentina
DAYS: 19 Days
COST: $7,950
* To register, a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required. Full payment is required 90 days prior to departure date.
2026 DATES: 2/2 – 2/20
Custom dates are available upon request. Please contact taryn@k2adventures.org for more details.
Trip Documents
*Note: Itinerary subject to change based on the guide’s discretion due to weather, trail conditions, or other factors outside of our control.
Trip Details
Your spectacular 19-day Argentinian adventure begins in the wine country town of Mendoza, Argentina, where you will have a day to prepare your equipment and gear for base camp. For the next 16 days, you’ll hike four to nine hours each day to a variety of camps on Mt. Aconcagua—Pampa de Leñas, Quebrada de Vacas, Plaza Argentina, and Camp 3 “Colera” among others, experiencing elevations ranging from 8,858 feet (2,699 meters) to the summit of 22,841 feet (6,962 meters).
Trip Highlights
16 days of hiking in pristine wilderness of Aconcagua National Park
22-mile moderate 3-day hike to Plaza de Argentina Base Camp
10 – 12 days of difficult to strenuous trekking on Mt. Aconcagua
20 miles of moderate, non technical hiking down to park exit gate
3 days in itinerary for summit attempt
Note: Although we do our best to adhere to the itinerary provided above, it is subject to change due to weather conditions. Four nights of lodging in Mendoza are included. You are responsible for any additional nights if you come off the mountain early.
The weather on Mt. Aconcagua is notorious for high winds and extreme cold temperatures. You must have previous experience with use of crampons and ice axe.
Refer to the full itinerary for specific details about the trip.
More information – Kevin Cherilla kevin@k2adventures.org
What’s Included:
Airport transfers in Mendoza
3 nights of hotel lodging in Mendoza (double occupancy)
1 night of lodging in Penitentes (meals included)
4-season tent accommodations (double occupancy) during expedition
3 meals per day during expedition
Shared equipment for expedition (tents, stoves, etc.)
Base camp services
Ground transportation in Argentina per itinerary
Bilingual, experienced professional guides
Mule transportation of equipment
Permanent VHF radio communications
First aid kits and pulse-oximeter
High altitude porters for common gear carries
Assistance with climbing permit procedures
Mountain permit fees
What’s Not Included:
Airfare to Mendoza, Argentina
All costs related to abandoning the expedition
Single accommodations for hotels and tents
Helicopter out of basecamp
Personal porters for gear carries on mountain
$3,00 in tips for hotel staff, bus drivers, porters, cooks, and guides
All drinks at meals
Personal gear, including medications
Evacuations, hospitalizations, and medication
Visa and exit tax for US citizens (approx. $100)
Single accommodations in hotels and tents. If you are a single registering for one of our trips, we will try to accommodate you as a double with the same gender. However, if we are unable to make these arrangements, you will be responsible for the additional single accommodation fee.