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  • Eduardo Brenner 88 (9301)
    El Chaltén, Santa Cruz, Argentina
  • info@mount-patagonia.com

Alpine Climb "Aguja Guillaumet" in El Chaltén for 3 days.

Alpine Climb "Aguja Guillaumet" in El Chaltén for 3 days.

South Patagonia

3 Days Activity

Training Required

Technical Climb Required

Highlights

Aguja Guillaumet (2574m/a/s/l) is the ideal intro to an Alpine Ascent in Patagonia, for experienced climbers. The terrain involves steep screes, glacier travel, Ice Climbing & Rock Climbing. Besides the Amy Route, there are alternative routes according to conditions.

Data Sheet

Camp & Bivouac

1-2 People
per guide

Elevation Gain: 2000m

November to March

Itinerary

day 1
Depart & transfer to "Río Eléctrico".

Transfer to Río Eléctrico. Trek towards Laguna Sucia, passing through Piedras Blancas Glacier and Poincenot Campsite. From Laguna Sucia, it’s scree and scramble terrain to reach the rock cave below the Rio Blanco Glacier. Approaching time: approx. 5 hrs. Vertical gain: approx. 800m.

day 2
Summit day.

We’ll start before sunrise from our bivouac (around 4-5 am). After 45 min uphill through rocky terrain, we’ll reach the base of the glacier. From there, we’ll continue with crampons and rope to the beginning of the climbing route. The climb starts with a 200m snow couloir (50° slope), followed by 7 rock climbing pitches of V+/6ª (French scale) on very good granite! For the descent, we’ll rappel back to the start of the route and then walk down to the bivouac site. The complete activity will take us about 14 to 16 hours, with a 1000m elevation gain.

day 3
Descent to El Chaltén.

Return to the Eléctrico river bridge (approx. 4-5 hrs) then transfer back to El Chaltén.

Note: The itinerary can be modified and should be considered only as a guide. External factors such as snow or weather conditions could change the original plan, and your guide will have the discretion to change the program if deemed necessary. This will not entitle passengers to claim any compensation.

Included Services

  • Certified UIAGM-IFMGA Mountain Guide
  • Transfer to Río Eléctrico
  • Expedition food
  • Kitchen set & utensils
  • Ropes & climbing rack
  • VHF Radio or Sat Phone
  • First-aid kit

Not Included Services

  • Transportation from El Calafate to El Chaltén
  • Lodging at El Chaltén
  • Porters (at your request)
  • Personal Equipment
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Personal Travel & rescue insurance (highly recommended)
  • Services not specified
  • Gratuities

Packing List

1. Personal Equipment
  • Backpack 50-60 lts
  • Sleeping bag (-15°C)
  • Insulating mattress
  • Bottle and thermo flask 1l
  • Synthetic underwear
  • 2 polar jackets (100 and 200)
  • Fleece jacket or wind stopper (heavy weight)
  • Puff jacket (synthetic or down)
  • Wool or fleece hat
  • Neck warmer, buff, or balaclava
  • Sun cap
  • Warm pants and t-shirt
  • Gloves & waterproof gloves
  • Waterproof jacket & pants (gore-tex)
  • Gaiters
  • Extra socks and t-shirt
  • Sunglasses & goggles
  • Hygienic set
  • Sunblock & lip protection
  • Headlamp
2. Personal Climbing Gear
  • Mountaineering boots (Class B1 or B2) (*)
  • 2 climbing ice axes (*)
  • Rock climbing shoes (*)
  • Climbing harness (*)
  • Crampons
  • Helmet
  • 4 locking carabiners (*)
  • 1 daisy (*)
  • 1 Reverso or ATC Guide (*)
  • 2 prusik 5mm x 2m (*)

* Please make sure you have all requested equipment. If you need to rent some of these items, please let us know in advance.

FAQ's

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  • How difficult is my program?

    To help you choose and prepare for our activities, we described the Level of Difficulty that corresponds to the physical effort, and technical skills required:

    Physical Training Difficulty:
    Moderate: Main Trails along the National Park, with distances between 5 and 18 km distance, and elevation gain lower than 500m.
    Intermediate: Could involve some terrain off-trail and steep screes. Distances between 10 and 20 km, elevation gain between 500 and 1000m.
    Difficult: Semi-technical Alpine terrain, could involve steep screes, scrambling, moraines, glaciers, snow, etc. Elevation gain 1000m or more.
    Very Difficult: Technical Alpine Terrain; could involve rock climbing, Ice Climbing or Ski Touring. Elevation gain 1000-1500m or more.

    Technical Skills:
    Trekking experience required: previous backpacking 2 to 3 days.
    Winter experience required: backpacking in winter conditions 3 to 4 days.
    Glacier experience required: technical use of crampons and ice axe.
    Climbing experience required: Alpine ascents on multi-pitch routes; rock or ice climbing. (Or both).
    Ski touring experience required: Backcountry ski descents & skinning uphill.
    Use of beacon, probe & shovel.

  • What meals are included in the trips?

    Daily programs do not include packed lunch (you can request with an additional cost). All our multi-day programs (ascents, trekking, expeditions) include the Expedition meals as detailed below. (You could bring some of your personal snacks as well).

    EXPEDITION MEALS
    Breakfast:
    • Coffee, Tea, milk, sugar, etc.
    • Muesli (cereals).
    • Cookies.

    Pack lunch:
    • Cereal bar
    • Trail mix
    • Chocolate bar
    • Bread or crackers
    • Assorted cheeses and cold meats.

    Snack:
    • Peanuts
    • Crackers
    • Olives, etc.

    Dinner:
    • Instant Soup
    • Main dish: Pasta, risotto or stew. (In some cases, could be dehydrated or freeze dry meals).
    • Dessert: Chocolate bonbons - Herbal tea.

  • How much weight should I carry?

    For a reference of the estimated weight you will be carrying in your backpack, according to the activity you choose, you can use the next chart:

    ActivityWeight Range
    Hiking 1 day5-8 kg
    Trekking 4-6 days15-18 kg
    Mt. Ascents & Alpine Climbs 3 days18-20 kg
    Ice Field Expeditions 8 days22-24 kg
    Ski Touring 1 day14-16 kg

  • What is the Guide-Client ratio?
    • Hiking: 1 Guide / 12 Clients
    • Trekking: 1 Guide / 8 Clients
    • Mountain Ascents: 1 Guide / 2 Clients
    • Rock Climbing Half day: 1 Guide / 4 Clients
    • Rock Climbing Full day: 1 Guide / 2 Clients
    • Ice Field Expeditions: 1 Guide / 6 Clients
    • Ski Touring: 1 Guide / 4 Clients
  • Can I hire a Private Guide?

    Yes, definitely! We are specialized on Custom Trips, and we can provide also the following services: Transportation, Lodging, Expedition Meals, Porters. We also provide services for Travel Companies, Photographers and Private Groups.

  • How much in advance should I book?

    We highly recommend booking 90 days in advance, in order to find services available.

  • What happens if the weather is bad?

    Our goal is to follow plan A, but if the weather or terrain conditions do not allow it, you will be offered a plan B or C, in order to use our services as best as possible.

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Email:

info@mount-patagonia.com

Phone:

+54 9 2966 60-7070

Opening Hours:

10am to 5pm

Address:

Eduardo Brenner 88 (9301) - El Chaltén.

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