Volcán Maipo 5.350 m a.s.l.

Overview

Technical details

Max. altitude

5.350 m a.s.l.

Duration

6 days

Elevation gain

2,500 m from base camp

Physical demand

Very high

Technical demand

Medium

Group size

Minimum 3

Photos 7

Itinerary

1. 1Day 0: City of Mendoza

   Pre-trip meeting in the city of Mendoza to check gear, answer questions and arrange equipment rental if needed.

2. 2Day 1: Mendoza – Laguna del Diamante 3,300 m a.s.l.

   First thing in the morning we leave by vehicle from the city of Mendoza to the Laguna del Diamante provincial reserve, on a long drive toward the Uco Valley, where along a very scenic dirt road we arrive after 4 hours of travel at Laguna del Diamante.

3. 3A stunning place where we will spend the first night to begin our acclimatization process.
4. 44 hrs by vehicle; 3,300 m a.s.l.
5. 5Day 2: Laguna del Diamante – Camp I 3,800 m a.s.l.

   6 hrs of trekking to the second camp of our expedition. This will be a very long day and we will carry our backpacks with all the expedition gear, so we will leave very early to make the most of the day crossing the rugged volcanic terrain.

6. 66 hrs of hiking; 500 m of elevation gain; 10 km distance
7. 7Day 3: Camp I – Camp II 4,200 m a.s.l.

   On the second day we keep climbing the slopes of the volcano to our next camp, on a shorter but no less demanding day, as we cross the 4,000 m barrier to set up what will finally be our base camp.

8. 82-3 hrs of hiking; 400 m of elevation gain; 3 km distance
9. 9Day 4: Rest

   Breakfast, rest and acclimatization day. Short hike around the area.

10. 10Day 5: Summit attempt Volcán Maipo 5,260 m a.s.l.

    Our most important day! In the early morning hours we head out toward the summit of our objective on a long day, crossing different terrain, glaciers and unimaginable views.

11. 1112 hrs of hiking; +1,000 m of elevation gain; 6 km distance
12. 12Day 6: Camp II – Laguna del Diamante – Mendoza

    Very early breakfast, farewell to the volcano, and the start of the long descent to the lagoon; 6 hrs of hiking to get back to the vehicles, enjoy some empanadas in Pareditas and, with a heart full of stories, relive every minute of this great experience.

The itinerary may be modified at the discretion of the guides due to weather conditions, park closures or water availability at the camps

Required gear

• General gear: Trekking backpack (70 to 80 liters)
• General gear: Warm sleeping bag (–10 degrees comfort rating. Down or good synthetic).
• General gear: Insulated sleeping pad (10 to 15 mm).
• General gear: Inflatable insulated sleeping pad (optional)
• General gear: Trekking poles
• Base layer (next to skin): Changes of underwear.
• Base layer (next to skin): Cotton T-shirt (for wearing in camp and for sleeping)
• Base layer (next to skin): 2 long-sleeve synthetic T-shirts
• Base layer (next to skin): 1 thermal underpants or polypropylene leggings (no cotton) as base layer pants
• Base layer (next to skin): Thin polypropylene or similar gloves (no cotton)
• Base layer (next to skin): pair of thin polypropylene or similar socks (no cotton),
• Base layer (next to skin): Buff-type multifunctional neck gaiter
• Mid layer (insulation): 2 pairs of trekking socks (synthetic-thermal)
• Mid layer (insulation): 1 pair of thick mountain socks
• Mid layer (insulation): 1 pair of long trekking pants
• Mid layer (insulation): 1 fleece jacket
• Mid layer (insulation): Down jacket
• Mid layer (insulation): Fleece gloves or large insulated ski-type gloves that fit liner gloves underneath (no wool)
• Mid layer (insulation): Sun cap
• Mid layer (insulation): Warm hat
• Outer layer (windproof and waterproof): Waterproof jacket (Ultrex or Gore-Tex or similar)
• Outer layer (windproof and waterproof): Over-pants (Gore-Tex or similar, or ski type) – optional
• Outer layer (windproof and waterproof): Outer layer gloves or mittens (waterproof and breathable). Ski type is fine
• Outer layer (windproof and waterproof): Mountain gaiters
• Technical gear: Headlamp
• Technical gear: Double boots
• Technical gear: Crampons (12-point, non-rigid recommended) – ask whether they will be needed
• Technical gear: Ice axe – ask whether it will be needed
• Technical gear: Climbing helmet
• Personal items: Passport, ID card, national ID (DNI).
• Personal items: Health insurance details.
• Personal items: Completed health and personal information form.
• Health & hygiene: Sunglasses with category 3 UV protection
• Health & hygiene: Spare glasses (goggles are fine, highly recommended)
• Health & hygiene: Personal first-aid kit.
• Health & hygiene: High-SPF sunscreen
• Health & hygiene: Lip balm
• Health & hygiene: Soap, shampoo (small, to share) and a small towel.
• Health & hygiene: Toilet paper, tissues. Baby wipes.
• Health & hygiene: Pocket knife or knife
• Kitchen: Half-liter or 1-liter thermos
• Kitchen: Water containers, 3 liters minimum (a plastic bottle is fine), hydration bladder, Nalgene or similar
• Kitchen: Plate, cutlery, mug

What's included

Booking conditions

• Minimum of 3 people per departure.
• To reserve a spot on the activity, 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 will be assessed individually).
• Payment methods: bank transfer, USDT, credit cards, PayPal and/or cash