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Vallecitos is the area par excellence to start or gain more experience in medium and high mountains. Among the many possibilities we find the ascent of Cerro Adolfo Calle and Cerro Stepanek as good challenges with beautiful views and which can be done on the same day. They are two of the most popular four-thousanders in the Cordón del Plata.
From its summits we will have an imposing panoramic view of Cerro Rincón, Cerro Vallecitos, Cerro Plata, Cerro Franke, Cerro Lomas Amarillas and the Precordillera.
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This climb is intended for people with good physical condition and experience in trekking who wish to experience their first ascents to more than 4000m without technical difficulty.
Next Date: December 06 to 08 | Other dates: to be agreed for 2 PAX min.
Meeting: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, Day 1 - 9am.
End: ACA in front of the Bus Station, Mendoza, Day 3 - 4pm.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 14kms / 1500mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Physical preparation and willpower.
Min Grupo / Ratio: 3 PAX / 1 Guide|7 PAX.
Included: Professional Mountain Guide (EPGAMT), Transfer, Use of high mountain tents, All meals, AP and RC insurance, First aid kit - Satellite communication, VHF (emergencies), Small groups.
Not included: Individual equipment, Breakfast on Day 1, Drinks, Expenses for: Rescue and/or Evacuation or Abandonment of the Activity, Transport to the Meeting Point.
“Leave no trace.”
During the mountain activity, all waste that came with us returns with us.
Papers, fruit peels, toilet paper, wet wipes, feminine dressings, etc. They can be discarded upon arrival at the shelter or in the destination city upon completion.
Help us keep the mountain clean. Thank you very much!
- 60/70 liter backpack to carry personal items.
- Backpack cover or nylon to waterproof the backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Snow Gaiters / Crampons (will be notified if it is required closer to the date).
- Climbing helmet (with size regulation).
- Trekking or mountain boots with semi-rigid soles.
- Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
- Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
- Headlamp. Replacement batteries).
- Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
- Sunscreen factor 60 or higher.
- Lip protector.
- Personal hygiene elements. Quick drying towel.
- Personal first aid kit (band-aids, gauze, adhesive tape, povidone-iodine, 1 pair of disposable gloves, 2 elastic bandages, ibuprofen, sublingual reliveran, loperamide, rehydration salts) and prescription medication if applicable.
- Suggestion: 70% alcohol to sanitize your hands.
- Two t-shirts (long sleeve/short sleeve).
- Diver or fleece jacket or windstopper.
- Fine down jacket or synthetic filling.
- Expedition down jacket (500gs filling).
- Waterproof jacket.
- Thermal shoe.
- Trekking or fleece pants.
- Waterproof pants.
- Warm hat, sun cap and buff neck scarf.
- A pair of fleece gloves, a pair of waterproof gloves.
- Optional: Mittens and/or Mitten Covers.
- Crocks (for resting in the shelter).
- Two pairs of thin stockings.
- Two pairs of thick socks.
- Kitchen items (knife, fork, spoon, plate and unbreakable cup).
- Containers to store at least 3 liters. of water per person.
- Steel thermos for personal use (at least 500cm3).
- Plastic bags to self-manage your waste.
- Personal portable charger (powerbank) for camping or shelter days.
- Snacks (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougats, cereal bars, candies, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.).
Return to the basecamp where a nice dinner and a good sleep will help us to recover energy for the next day.
"With Silvina as my guide, I completed my first two 4000m climbs. Stepanek and Adolfo Calle. She was attentive to every detail, insisting on hydration and nutrition, and waiting for the right time for each member of the group. In my case, she was the slowest—always lagging behind—coordinated and guided every step toward the summit. I learned a lot about high-altitude equipment and how easy it is to pack my sleeping bag inside its cover. It was all an odyssey for me. I leave my excellent recommendations for this extraordinary guide, Silvina. ", María Cescut, 2x4000m - Mountaineering Beginner.
