PRIVATE CLIMBS
PRIVATE CLIMBS
Private Climbs
Aconcagua Mountain Guides will work closely with you to design the program best suited for your needs. Our guides enjoy working with families and groups of friends as well as with research companies and film production.
AMG private climbs, “by definition”, are always led by an AMG Lead Guide. Their job is to keep you safe, lead you to the summit, and make sure everything runs smoothly during your climb.
Choose a Route
If you are uncertain which route you would like to climb, review our Normal Route and Polish 360 Traverse Route descriptions. Please contact our office with questions. We are happy to answer any of your questions by email, phone, or video chat.
Below are three examples of different support levels you can choose from.
Basic Expedition
Do not provide hotels and transportation to the mountain, and no Porter Assistance while climbing.
Full Expedition
Have the same services and guide ratios as our SCHEDULED DEPARTURES as described in “CLIMBS”.
Premium Expedition
We include all the services of our scheduled departures, enhanced with double-occupancy glamping accommodations at base camps, premium 5-star hotel stays, and a helicopter descent for maximum comfort. Porters carry both expedition and personal gear in the high camps, allowing you to climb with just a light backpack
NOTE: We are happy to tailor any of these Private Programs to your goals and will supply pricing.
Why Climb Private?
- Climb with just your friends or family.
- Choose the starting date you prefer.
- Shorter or longer climbs
- Movie shoots
- Scientific research support
- Guiding companies bringing clients.
The chart below gives three different possible scenarios for Private Climbing Programs that climbers often use.
To read the day-to-day itinerary, please see the Normal Route or the Polish 360 Route
| Basic Expedition | Full Expedition | Premium Expedition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routes | Normal or Polish | Normal or Polish | Normal or Polish |
| Professional Mountain Guide | ✔️Yes | ✔️Yes | ✔️Yes |
| Park Entrance Permit Assistance | ✔️Yes | ✔️Yes | ✔️Yes |
| Itinerary Length | 15-16-17 Days | 18-19-20 Days | 18-19-20 Days |
| Hotel in Mendoza | ❌No | 4 Star Hotel (D.O) | 5 Star Hotel (D.O or S.O) |
| Hotel in Puente del Inca | ❌No | Mountain Hotel | Mountain Hotel |
| Transportation in Private Vehicle | Round Trip Transportation in private vehicle from Puente del Inca-Park Entrance | Round Trip Transportation in private vehicle: Airport-Hotel, Hotel-Mendoza, Puente del Inca-Park Entrance | Round Trip Transportation in private vehicle: Airport-Hotel, Hotel-Mendoza, Puente del Inca-Park Entrance |
| Meals | All meals included at Base Camps and High Camps | All meals included at Penitentes, Base Camps and High Camps | All meals included at Penitentes, Base Camps and High Camps |
| Mules for load transportation | 30kg./pax from Penitentes to Approaching and Base Camp Round Trip | 30kg./pax from Penitentes to Approaching and Base Camp Round Trip | 30kg./pax from Penitentes to Approaching and Base Camp Round Trip |
| Accommodation in the mountain | Dormitory Domes | Dormitory Domes | Glamping |
| Base Camp Services | Includes Bathrooms, Showers, Internet, Relax Domes, Dining Tent | Includes Bathrooms, Showers, Internet, Relax Domes, Dining Tent | Includes Bathrooms, Showers, Internet, Relax Domes, Dining Tent |
| High Altitude Camp Services | Use of 5-meter domes for cooking and sleeping. Starlink Internet, Bathrooms | Use of 5-meter domes for cooking and sleeping. Starlink Internet, Bathrooms | Use of 5-meter domes for cooking and sleeping. Starlink Internet, Bathrooms |
| Porter for common equipment | ❌No | ✔️Yes (Only by the Normal Route) | ✔️Yes |
| Personal Porter | ❌No | ❌No | 20 kg. to High Camps |
| Helicopter Descent | ❌No | ❌No | ✔️Yes |
| Safety Services | Communication between camps & Mendoza Weather report Medical Equipment at base camps | Communication between camps & Mendoza Weather report Medical Equipment at base camps | Communication between camps & Mendoza Weather report Medical Equipment at base camps |
We are happy to tailor any of these private programs to your goals and will supply pricing.
For more details on climbs and services see our Climbs Page or Contact us at info@aconcaguamg.com to get started.
Skills & Training
TRAINING
At home. AMG will assist you with a custom acclimatization and training plan. Visit Training & Acclimatization for details.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
The summit climb of the Northeast or “Normal Route” on Aconcagua does not require previous training in technical climbing skills to participate. We are primarily climbing on trails, but on occasion may use crampons and fixed lines to add safety if the route requires. Guides will provide instruction in the use of crampons in case they may be required.
PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY
Climbing Aconcagua is a physically challenging undertaking. You will have multiple days carrying loads between 25 lbs. (11kg.) and 40 lbs. (18kg.) and ascending as much as 3,000 ft. (950 m) in a particular day. With less than half the amount of oxygen in the air as at sea level, altitude plays an important role in the physical challenge.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
All these challenges can be overcome through proper training and previous experience camping in cold conditions. You should begin physical training several months prior to your climb by carrying a backpack and slowly increasing the weight and altitude gain on each hike. If you can reach a point where you are comfortable carrying the pack weights mentioned above and ascending 1,000 m (3,000 ft.) in a four to six-hour period, you will be on your way to having the strength and endurance to climb Aconcagua.
SELF-MANAGEMENT
You should also be prepared to take care of yourself in a cold environment. This means knowing how to control your body temperature by hydrating well, putting on different layers of clothing to maintain body heat, and eating sufficiently (regularly throughout the day) to maintain your strength. It is important to learn how to monitor your health and know how you are feeling. We will help you fine-tune many of these skills as we trek to Base Camp and begin ascending the mountain.
ALTITUDE CHALLENGE
Last but not least is the altitude challenge. It helps to have climbed high before (over 4,000-5,000 m /12,000 to 16,000 ft.), but if you walk slowly, stay hydrated, and monitor your health, guides will be able to assist you in the acclimatization process with a very high likelihood of success. Remember, training for your climb is essential to reaching the summit and experiencing a lifetime.
BOOK YOUR PRIVATE CLIMB
Choose the starting date you prefer!
Climb with your friends and family ONLY
