Bariloche, Patagonia Argentina.
Bariloche, Patagonia Argentina.
3 days
Difficulty: Intermediate Mountaineering
Training required
1 - 2 people per guide
October to April
We will depart from Bariloche to “Pampa Linda” (2.5h drive). From there, we will follow the trail that takes us to the “Meiling Hut”, located at 1900m, (13km distance and ann 3000 ft elevation gain; about 5 hours approx.)
If there is time and energy, in the afternoon we will do a short trek on the glacier to test the gear.
We will leave at dawn towards the summit, in the “Castaño Overa” glacier we will rope up and use the crampons. We will pass the "Filo de la Vieja" to later reach the “Depression”, where there are large crevasses to be overcome. From there, we will go to the col between the International Summit and the “Pico Argentino”; from the col to the summit is the most technical section, an icy and sometimes mixed snow ramp that up to 50 ° slope.
After enjoying the summit and taking photos, we will return back to the refuge.
Descent along the trail to Pampa Linda and return to Bariloche.
Mountain Guide UIAGM -IFMGA
First aid Kit
VHF or In-reach radio communication
Group equipment for the Glacier: rope, screws, carabiners, etc.
Lodging at Meiling Hut
Transportation from Bariloche (to be arranged)
Meals
Personal equipment (see detailed list below)
Personal travel & rescue insurance ( mandatory)
Services not specified
• 40-50 liter backpack
• Headlamp
• Personal hygiene set
• Pocket knife
• Bottle of water (1 liter) and small thermo (500cc)
• Light trekking shoes or snickers
• Mountaineering cramponable Boots
• Gaiters
• Merino underwear (T-shirt and pants)
• Mid-layer sweater or fleece and / or wind-stopper
• Light trek pant or softshell pants
• Puff jacket with hood (down or synthetic)
• 2 pairs of gloves (thin and thick)
• Warm hat and buff
• Sun hat
• Thermal socks (2 pairs)
• Waterproof jacket and pants (Gore-Tex)
• Sunglasses and goggles
• Sunscreen and lip protection
• Telescopic poles (with snow basket)
• Personal equipment for Glacier: Harness, helmet, Ice Axe and crampons (*).
NOTE: We could rent you the marked items*. Please let us know when you register if this is required (also include your boot size).
Please make sure you have all requested equipment, let us konw if you need advice for buying or renting