This expedition will be based in the Argentine provincial city of San Juan. The main objective will be the fourth highest peak in the Andes, Mercedario 6770m. The mountain is a very much quieter peak than Aconcagua which lies about 80km further south. It is an easy ascent suitable for those without much previous experience and takes about ten days altogether. On the way up the mountain we pass a small ruin from the time of the Incas at 5200m. From the summit there are superb views to Ramada, La Mesa and the other peaks in the Mercedario group as well as to Aconcagua.
From San Juan we will make a preliminary trip to the mountains of the Agua Negra area for acclimatisation purposes. From a camp near the road at about 4000-4500m we'll aim to make several ascents of these easy and accessible peaks, possibly as high as 6000m.
This expedition offers a unique opportunity to climb a big and easy peak in a relatively quiet part of the Andes
| Price | £1800 |
| US$ Price | US$2700 |
| Early Booking Discount | £150 or $250 discount |
| Flights from UK | from £750 |
| Dates | December to March |
| Duration | 22 days |
| Grade | 1C |
| Booking
and Further Information
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