
3 days hike to Plaza Francia (viewpoint of the southern wall of Aconcagua)
3 days
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Transport to Aconcagua Park and trek to the base camp Confluencia and overnight (3 hs / 10490 ft)
Stop At: Parque Provincial Aconcagua, Mendoza Argentina
Travel along the route that connects Mendoza with Chile from the pick-up point to Aconcagua Park through beautiful landscapes such as the Potrerillos valley and lake, the Uspallata valley and the central Andes mountains
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner: Warn in case of special menu
Accommodation included: Overnight in comfortables domes in Confluencia Camp at 10490 ft
Day 2: Trekking to Plaza Francia, back to base camp, relax and overnight (7 hs / 13800 ft)
Stop At: Parque Provincial Aconcagua, Mendoza Argentina
After having a good breakfast, we will make our way to Plaza Francia, and get the best view of the huge South Face.
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Energy Snacks
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in comfortables domes in Confluencia Camp at 10490 ft
Day 3: Return to the transport and then to Mendoza ( 3 hs / 9200 ft)
Stop At: Puente del Inca, Ruta 7, Vacas River, Las Cuevas Argentina
A rock formation that forms a natural bridge over the Las Cuevas river. The curious formation past as a hotel of thermal baths have made it a prominent tourist point, currently considered a Natural Area protected by the province.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Transport to Aconcagua Park and trek to the base camp Confluencia and overnight (3 hs / 10490 ft)
Stop At: Parque Provincial Aconcagua, Mendoza Argentina
Travel along the route that connects Mendoza with Chile from the pick-up point to Aconcagua Park through beautiful landscapes such as the Potrerillos valley and lake, the Uspallata valley and the central Andes mountains
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner: Warn in case of special menu
Accommodation included: Overnight in comfortables domes in Confluencia Camp at 10490 ft
Day 2: Trekking to Plaza Francia, back to base camp, relax and overnight (7 hs / 13800 ft)
Stop At: Parque Provincial Aconcagua, Mendoza Argentina
After having a good breakfast, we will make our way to Plaza Francia, and get the best view of the huge South Face.
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Energy Snacks
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in comfortables domes in Confluencia Camp at 10490 ft
Day 3: Return to the transport and then to Mendoza ( 3 hs / 9200 ft)
Stop At: Puente del Inca, Ruta 7, Vacas River, Las Cuevas Argentina
A rock formation that forms a natural bridge over the Las Cuevas river. The curious formation past as a hotel of thermal baths have made it a prominent tourist point, currently considered a Natural Area protected by the province.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 2x Breakfast
- 2x Dinner
- 1x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Parque Provincial Aconcagua
- Entry/Admission - Puente del Inca
Not included
- Entry to Aconcagua Park (only paid in Mendoza city with pesos AR$)
- Personal gear, Mules / Porters
- Insurance liability/Expenses for leaving itinerary/evacuation/Hospitalization/medication of any kind
- Entry/Admission - Parque Provincial Aconcagua
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Personal gear you need: Upper body • Sun hat and Wool or fleece hat • Sunglasses with 100% UV protection and sunscreen • 2 Top underwear, polypropylene or thermal capeline • Long sleeve shirts • Fleece jacket • Windproof Gore-Tex jacket, with a Hood • Down jacket, with a Hood Hands • Pair of liner gloves • Pair of fleece or wool gloves Lower body • Bottom underwear • Trekking pant Footwear • Pair of waterproof trekking boots (Gore-Tex recommended) Feet • 2 Pairs of lightweight socks • 2 Pairs of heavy-weight socks Others • Headlamp and extra batteries • Sleeping bag -10ºC (comfort) • Mattress • Pair of hiking poles • 2 liters water bottles • Large backpack 45-65 lts. • Personal first-aid kit • Personal hygiene kit
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Cultural
60%
Sport
55%
Tourism
50%
Original
15%
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