Trekking to Plaza de Mulas

Moderate (3+)

Difficulty

5 days | 4 nights

Duration

Mendoza

Location

6 to 12 people

Group size

TREKKING TO PLAZA DE MULAS (+4350 masl)
TREKKKINGLARGO ACONCAGUA

Would you like to trek to Aconcagua base camp?

An ideal experience to get to know the highest mountain in America, sleeping in Plaza de Mulas at more than 4300 meters above sea level.

Aconcagua Provincial Park is located 190 km from Mendoza City, Argentina, near Puente del Inca.

We will visit the Horcones Lagoon and the Confluencia camp where the ascent to the colossus of America begins, the viewpoint of the impressive south wall of Aconcagua with more than 3000 vertical meters of rock, hanging glaciers and frozen waterfalls. Then, we will spend 2 nights in Plaza de Mulas and we will have the possibility to explore the camp at the foot of the Upper Horcones Glacier.

This 5 days and 4 nights trip includes full board with gourmet menu adapted to your needs, heated dining dome equipped with 220v charging stations and wi-fi. Overnight stay in dome with bunk beds at Confluencia Camp and shared tent at Plaza de Mulas (ask for optional double dome).

The trekking has little difficulty and it is recommended to have some experience.

All this with the help of a team of professional guides who will provide you with the necessary assistance and safety at all times.

PROPOSAL DETAILS

MEETING PLACE

Mendoza City Bus Station

SCHEDULES

Starts at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m.

INCLUDES

Dining room dome heated and equipped (armchairs, table, chairs, dishes, etc) with Wi-Fi, 220v charging station.	All meals are included. Hydration table with free hot and cold infusions in the Dining Dome.
Previous virtual meeting with the whole group. Advice on what you need before departure.	Bathroom with toilet. Shower with hot water.
Qualified professional mountain guides (Res. SSGECP 489/16).	VHF and satellite equipment (for emergencies).
Bunk beds in shared dome / shared tents (consult optional double dome in P. Mulas).	Transfer from Mendoza to Puente del Inca and back by bus.

NOT INCLUDED

Sleeping bag / personal equipment.	Entrance/permits to Aconcagua Aconcagua Provincial Park.
Consult additional ascent to Cerro Bonete (+5050 masl).

This trip is rated Moderate (3+) ( see Huka Difficulty Table).

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Your itinerary for the adventure

Although we make every effort to adhere to the itinerary described below, the itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control, including weather and terrain conditions.

Día 1

Trekking to Confluencia

We will meet at the bus station in Mendoza City to board the transportation to the entrance of the Aconcagua Provincial Park, where we will make the last adjustments to the equipment (backpack and poles) and start the trekking. Entering the Horcones ravine, we will visit its lagoons and enjoy impressive views of the mountain to finally arrive at Confluencia Camp, our base for the next 2 nights.

Starting altitude: 2,950 masl
Maximum altitude reached: 3,450 masl
Distance: 7 km

Día 2

Trekking to Plaza Francia

The next day, we will wake up early to have breakfast and prepare the backpacks with the minimum and indispensable for the light trekking.

We will enter through the gorge of the Lower Horcones Glacier, walking alongside it along the valley. The imposing views of the south wall of Aconcagua begin to appear little by little as we gain altitude.

At 4150 meters above sea level, we will take a well-deserved break to celebrate and appreciate the impressive south face of Aconcagua, the colossus of America. We can stay for a while at the viewpoint to take pictures and have lunch, and then retrace our steps.

In the evening we return to our campsite for a hot shower and a festive dinner in the comfort of our campsite.

Starting altitude: 3,450masl
Maximum height reached: 4,150 masl
Distance: 16 km total

Día 3

After breakfast, we will enter the Aconcagua Provincial Park in a 9-hour trekking day to reach the iconic Plaza de Mulas.

Starting altitude: 3,450masl
Maximum altitude reached: 4,350masl
Distance: 18 km

Día 4

Rest (optional ascent to Cerro Bonete)

We will have time to walk around the camp and its surroundings, contemplating the impressive views of the Horcones Superior Glacier and the steep west face of Aconcagua. Optionally you can try the ascent to the summit of Cerro Bonete (+505050 masl).

Día 5

Return and farewell

On the last day, after breakfast, we will return to the park entrance where we will close and board the bus that will take us back to Mendoza City, where the service ends.

Starting altitude: 4,350masl
Maximum altitude reached: 2,950masl
Distance: 25 km

List of required equipment

The key to your comfort during active travel is to wear layers (see Layering Clothing Basics). For maximum comfort at minimum weight, you need versatile layers that combine insulation, ventilation and weather protection.

Therefore, we created this checklist to help you choose your gear and bring only what you need. Weather and other conditions on the ground will dictate what clothing and equipment you will need to wear each day.

TREKKING AND CAMPING

Trekking
- Medium backpack (45-55 liters)
- Trekking poles.
- Water bottles (at least 3 lts total capacity)

CLOTHING

Head
- Warm hat
- Multifunction thermal collar (buff type)
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses (ideally category 3)
Upper body
- Synthetic long sleeve t-shirt
- Synthetic short sleeve t-shirt
- Coat (ideally fleece)
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm jacket
Hands
- Warm gloves
Undercarriage
- Inner long term or shim
- Long trekking pants
- Underwear
Feet
- Trekking boots or shoes
- Trekking socks (+ spare)