Cerro Franke 4.800 m a.s.l.

Overview

Technical details

Max. altitude

4.800 m a.s.l.

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Elevation gain

1,900 m

Distance

16 km

Physical demand

Very high

Technical demand

Medium

Group size

Minimum 3

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Itinerary

1. 1Day 1: Mendoza – Veguitas Camp 3,200 m a.s.l.

   We meet our guide at the agreed time and drive to Vallecitos. On arrival we pack our backpacks and hike to Veguitas camp, where we pitch our tents. It is a 2-hour trek, not very demanding, but we will be carrying backpacks of about 15 kg.

2. 2Day 2: Acclimatization Trek

   After breakfast we get ready for a trek to the area called El Infiernillo, aiming to reach 4,000 meters of altitude. The goal of this day is to improve our adaptation to the lack of oxygen and discover the beautiful glacial valley that will surround us throughout the expedition. 3-hour trek.

3. 3Day 3: Las Veguitas – Summit – Camp – Mendoza

   Very early in the morning we start the ascent of Cerro Franke. A long, exhausting day as we try to reach the summit of this emblematic peak of the Cordón del Plata, with great views from the top. We descend in the afternoon after a day of approximately 12 hours back to our tents, to rest as we deserve. (If we feel strong that day, we may return to the city of Mendoza.)

4. 4Day 4: Camp – Mendoza

   Early and full of joy after enjoying 3 incredible days, we break camp and head back to the vehicle to return to the city and share the great experience we lived. This fourth day is also planned in case we need 1 extra day to acclimatize or because of bad weather.

The itinerary may be modified at the guides' discretion

Required gear

• Sunglasses (category 3 or higher)
• Neck gaiter or buff
• Sun cap
• Warm hat
• Pair of base-layer gloves
• Pair of warm gloves
• Trekking boots
• Synthetic socks, 2 pairs
• Warm socks
• Thermal pants or leggings
• Trekking pants or similar
• Synthetic T-shirt, avoid cotton
• Warm sweater
• Warm jacket
• Windbreaker/waterproof jacket
• High-SPF sunscreen
• Lip balm
• Personal first-aid kit
• Personal tableware: cup, plate, cutlery.
• Trekking poles
• Water container, 3 L minimum.
• Stainless steel thermos (recommended)
• 60-75 liter backpack
• Sleeping bag (-10° comfort)
• Insulating sleeping pad
• Headlamp with spare batteries
• Helmet

What's included

Booking conditions

• Minimum 3 people per departure.
• To reserve a spot, 30% of the price must be paid. (Ask about payment plans and conditions.)
• Payment may be made in dollars or pesos at the official exchange rate
• Refund policy: the reservation fee is non-refundable. (Each case is evaluated individually.)
• Payment methods: bank transfer, USDT, credit cards, PayPal and/or cash