This expedition comes from the east via the vacas valley and after bc, crosses to the northwest side. In brief, trip cancellation insurance may allow you to get reimbursement if you need to cancel your expedition when you are not entitled to a refund from alpine ascents. Our guides were remarkable leaders who offered the right mix of experience, expertise, and inspiration. Tailormade we can organize this expedition on a tailormade private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The aconcagua with its 6962 m, is the highest mountain of the american continent and one of the seven summits from the natives referred to as the stone sentinel, rises in the west of argentina in the province of mendoza. Trips and expeditions to aconcagua, the summit of south america. Expedition medicine wilderness medicine world extreme. Standing at a height of 22,842 feet 6962 meters, aconcagua is the highest mountain in the americas and the second highest of the seven summits. Climb aconcagua alpine ascents international aconcagua. I had caught the bad flu that was spreading in nyc at that time, just a week before.
This page presents my individual aconcagua gear list. Physicians and allied health care providers who counsel patients traveling to remote areas will be interested in the topics covered during. As some of you may know this year i organised an expedition to aconcagua and offered to coordinate all the logistics inside argentina for any moderately experienced climbers that wanted to join my wife sue and i on this amazing adventure. Alpine ascents international offers a plan in conjunction with our travel insurance partner. He has led over 70 aconcagua expeditions and has climbed and guided widely in the andes, antarctica, and himalaya, where he has reached the summit of everest twice. Aconcagua climbing permits are included in our expedition price but we must all go to the park office in mendoza to register and pick them up. It is the second highest of the seven summits after mount everest and is an exhausting but thoroughly rewarding climb. Please note that the grading system used is a rough guide only. It mapped the mountains and valleys of the high desert regions of argentina and chile, made many scientific discoveries, and achieved first ascents of both aconcagua 6959m and nearby tupungato 6570m. The stone sentinel perspectives of an expedition thomas e. Aconcagua climbing expedition highest peak in all of the americas aconcagua 6962 meters22,841 feet is the highest mountain in all of the americas and one of the 7 summits. Ranks as one of my most enjoyable expeditions thanks to outstanding logistics, helpful staff, experienced guides and a beautiful mountain.
Our expedmed cme curriculum is based on the textbook entitled expedition and wilderness medicine edited by drs. Climb aconcagua aconcagua mountaineering expedition world. There are few people alive with the knowledge and enthusiasm for aconcagua as your guide for this expedition. Many light weight parties go to altitude or to remote. Without them, there is no way that i and our other climbers would have successfully summited. Completed an expedition on aconcagua in december with aconcagua mountain guides. The aconcagua climb requires very basic cramponing and expedition camping skills. I developed it based on many good examples from experienced climbers and tested it personally during the expedition. Tailormade we can organize this expedition on a tailormade private basis for groups of friends. Climbing aconcagua guided expedition with american. In addition i am disclosing what i had brought with me or left behind next time. From start to finish, my aconcagua experience was world class in every regard.
Acomara aconcagua expeditions mendoza 2020 all you need. Well have it back up and running as soon as possible. Alpine ascents international leads expeditions that have become benchmarks of quality in the climbing community. Our aconcagua expedition team is well at nido of condores.
Here at elite, we offer a tailored aconcagua expedition along with a team that will absolutely work to make your dream come to reality. Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the world outside of the himalayas. Our friend sara susan hastreiter and sebastian arrived today at summit in aconcagua the giant of the americas. It is our goal to have similarly skilled climbers on our expeditions. The expedition which fitzgerald personally financed and wrote about in his book the highest andes, was extremely successful in many respects.
Climbing aconcagua guided expedition with american alpine. I engaged andesport to climb aconcagua, via the normal route, and i have not been disappointed. Climb aconcagua alpine ascents international aconcagua guides. I must say that acomara was a well organized company in mendoza argentina, climbing mt. We have joined with las heras municipality in a commitment to establish a dining room for children and teenagers from uspallata, the closest town to aconcagua. It is the highest mountain in the americas and the highest outside of asia although there are 189 mountains higher than it in asia, being the highest in both the southern and western hemispheres with a summit elevation of 6,960. Come live a new experience in the outdoor world with summitclimb. In other words, if you think you may be developing frostbite, take immediate action, which may mean descent to a warmer elevation or back to the tent to warm up.
For more information, please see our aconcagua training regimen to get a sense of how to prepare and learn the physical demands of this climb. Blog with information from a successful aconcagua ascent. Secors classic aconcagua guidebook is still relevant and useful today. Oxford handbook of expedition and wilderness medicine. Visa and mastercard are widely accepted but surcharges of 10% are common for cash withdrawals. Jan 07, 2014 adventure consultants aconcagua expedition aconcagua, the sentinel of stone, is the highest peak outside of the himalaya. Adventure consultants aconcagua expedition aconcagua, the sentinel of stone, is the highest peak outside of the himalaya. Acomara aconcagua expeditions mendoza 2020 all you. Relatively early, the aconcagua became also relevant in mountaineering. Part 1 consists of detailed information on planning and preparation, with a specific focus on preventing and managing altitude sickness. About amg aconcagua mountain guides mountain guides.
Attending an expedmed event is a refreshing alternative to the typical cme course. Aconcagua was a flawless experience for me via the normal route. However, expedition medicine is a competitive and relatively insular field that can be difficult to get started in. Aconcagua cme 2021 this accredited curriculums highlights include pathophysiology, treatment, and prioritization of care for a variety of medical problems commonly encountered in wilderness environments and settings remote from hospital definitive care. Climb mt aconcagua with the aconcagua specialists and reach the summit of america.
We operate what we believe is the finest mountaineering school in the country. Although it is a nontechnical ascent, at just under 7,000 metres, it is a long and extremely tough climb at altitude. Climb the highest peak in americas mount aconcagua mountain. From the reactivity of the back office before the trekking, to the professionalism of the guides during the expedition, all went well. Aleksandar rasin, extreme summit team so far seven successful ascents on aconcagua 6962m. Aai offers both nontechnical and technical climbing routes to the summit that avoid the most heavily used camps, preserving some of the wilderness. While the climb is very physical, aconcagua is deemed more achievable in comparison to other seven summits. This magnificent andean peak offers a high altitude adventure, and a chance to be part of. Climb aconcagua aconcagua mountaineering expedition. Our aconcagua expedition begins and ends in the city of mendoza, argentina. In 1882 the first expedition to the so called roof of america was launched and until today, the aconcagua is a popular target for mountaineers and adventurers from all over the world. This is a brilliant pocket sized guide on climbing aconcagua. Secor in his aconcagua guide book no summit is worth the loss of even a single digit. Climb aconcagua with an experienced rmi guide, benefiting from the background, training, and expertise of our guides as you venture to higher altitudes.
The seven summits, the highest peaks of the 7 continents. Located in western argentina the heart of the central and. Learn to drink 5 6 ltr of water with electrolights everyday. Everest, aconcagua, denali, kilimanjaro, elbrus, vinson, carstensz. Had a wonderful time and all thanks to acomara aconcagua expeditions. Our team from aconcagua expedition is resting today. Places and contacts in mendoza are of course out of date but when it comes to the mountain the book doesnt fail. The article is on expedition medicine, but it is intended to be interesting as well as useful to nonmedics especially.
Climb the highest peak in americas mount aconcagua. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. At inka we have preset programs with the same itinerary and services of programmed expeditions. Aconcagua expedition trip report a very tough climb. Information on climbing aconcagua with mountain trip, the premier source for climbers seeking a highly personalized, customfeeling expedition with very experienced guides. Mendoza is a charming city of wide boulevards, sidewalk cafes, lush, colorful parks, and friendly locals.
Dreaming, planning, training, doing, and returning alive are all covered in this guide. Trips and expeditions to aconcagua, the summit of south. It is bustling with summertime activity and is a perfect city for walking. Before going to aconcagua this expedition will make a. Aconcagua expedition recap well, we are all back, following our climb and traverse of the highest peak in south america. Aconcagua climb tour is strenuous to very strenuous so good physical state is necessary. Adventure expedition one dream, plan, and do your first. This book has practical advice to help you begin planning your first trek. Buy oxford handbook of expedition and wilderness medicine oxford medical handbooks 1 by johnson, chris, anderson, sarah, dallimore, jon, winser, shane, warrell, david a. As i attempt to process the experience from the comfort of my home and warm office, im struck by what a challenging trip we had, and how some of. First published in 1994 and then updated in 1999, the book contains all the essential information on climbing aconcagua. In the past many of these have sold out, including in 2015 and 2016, so book soon for the next one if you want to be sure of a place.
This magnificent andean peak offers a high altitude adventure, and a chance to be part of a big mountain expedition for a relatively low cost. Drawing from a wide range of wilderness medicine and expedition medicine topics with a particular emphasis on wilderness, tropical, and travel medicine an expedmed cme course will provide you with the information you need on a variety of important topics, all in a concise and practical format. Getting involved in expedition work is one of the things we get asked about most frequently at adventure medic. Jun 26, 2014 louise wade adventure medic staff writer. It is the only functioning medical facility in the zone. The 360 route surrounds the polish glacier to meet the normal route. A private expedition is run exclusively for you, your own families or friends and also you can choose the departure date. We donate medicine to the nursing section of the argentinian army detachment in puente del inca.
As i attempt to process the experience from the comfort of my home and warm office, im struck by what a challenging trip we had, and how some of the biggest challenges were not of the physical kind. The expedmed cme conference the expedition medicine national conference in little rock, arkansas, august 2829, 2020. Completed an expedition on aconcagua in december 2017 with aconcagua mountain guides. Worlds largest gathering of extreme medics, world class speakers and mindblowing networking opportunities. You can choose our preset program recommended or propose one as. People aiming to climb big mountains in himalaya often undertake this as their preparation as it provides the perfect experience of high altitude expedition mountaineering. Now you know more about aconcagua by the polish glacier traverse 360 route, book now our aconcagua guided climb. Many light weight parties go to altitude or to remote areas without having a doctor or nurse in the party. It straddles the border between argentina and chile and stands 22,834 feet high. We pay a special attention to the acclimatization and our expedition lasts a little longer, but our success rate on this mountain is about 85%. He is also part of the andean mountain chain that separates argentina and chile and is surrounded by beauteous landscape. As a provider of guided expeditions on aconcagua for the last 28 years, we are confident in saying, aconcagua mountain guides offers excellent guided expeditions as well as the highest quality and most comprehensive logistical services on the mountain.
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