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Cerro Pedro Zanni 4.200 m a.s.l.
Quebrada de Matienzo, Las Cuevas, Mendoza
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Altitude
- 4.200 m a.s.l.
- Next departure
- Feb 19–21, 2027
- Price
- U$D 450 per person
A 4,000 m peak in the Matienzo ravine, the last one in Mendoza, with a unique ecosystem and views of the valley floor, Aconcagua and Tolosa. For many, the first 4,000 m peak.
Overview
One of the peaks set in the last ravine of Mendoza, the Matienzo ravine, unforgettable for its unique ecosystem, is home to Cerro Pedro Zanni. At 4,200 m a.s.l., you can see the valley floor and surroundings, part of Aconcagua and Tolosa as well.
Who is it for?
For beginner or advanced mountaineers in good physical shape. Many consider it the first 4,000 m peak, both for its difficulty and for how interesting the expedition is.
Technical details
- Max. altitude
- 4.200 m a.s.l.
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Elevation gain
- 1,250 m
- Distance
- 20 km
- Physical demand
- Moderate
- Technical demand
- Low
- Group size
- Minimum 3 · maximum 6
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Itinerary
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1Day 1: Mendoza – Las Cuevas – Base Camp 3,300 m a.s.l.
The guide picks you up at the door of your accommodation and we drive to the mountain village of Las Cuevas. We cross the river over a rudimentary bridge and, after a 4-5 hour trek, reach the campsite. Although it is not a long day, we have to carry backpacks with personal and camping gear (approximately 15 kg).
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2Day 2: B. Camp – Summit – B. Camp
At first light we head for the summit on an 8-10 hour day, enjoying every step of the majesty of the Andes on the most demanding day of the expedition. 1,000 m of elevation gain await us, so we give it our all.
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3Day 3: B. Camp – Mendoza
After a good breakfast to recover our strength, we break camp and start the descent to Route 7 to return to the city of Mendoza on a final 3-hour day.
The itinerary may be modified if the guide considers it necessary
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
What's included
Included
- Professional mountain guide
- Trail snacks and meals in the mountains.
- Personal accident insurance
- Communication and first-aid equipment
- Logistics and advisory service
- Camping gear (tents, stoves, pots, etc.)
- Transportation from the city of Mendoza to Matienzo
Not included
- Entry permit to Aconcagua Provincial Park
- Personal gear
- Other services not detailed
- Costs for withdrawal from the expedition
Booking conditions
- Minimum 3 people per departure. Maximum 6.
- Ask about private groups and other dates
- To reserve a spot, 30% of the price must be paid. (Ask about payment plans and conditions.)
- Pre-sale until August 31: 15% discount
- Refund policy: the reservation fee is non-refundable. (Each case is evaluated individually.)
- Payment methods: bank transfer, USDT, credit cards, PayPal and/or cash
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