South Patagonia
2 Days Activity
Training Required
Very Difficult
The objective of this trip is to climb “Cerro Mojon Rojo” (2163m/a/s/l), which is a classic mountaineering ascent, challenging but without technical difficulties. The terrain involves steep screes, scrambling, a 20m section of class IV, and glacier slopes between 30° to 40°. This is a very scenic peak due to the mountain’s location.
1 night bivouac
1-2 People
per guide
Elevation Gain 1700m
October to April
Trek towards Laguna Sucia, passing through Piedras Blancas Glacier and Poincenot Campsite. From Laguna Sucia, it is a scree and scramble terrain to reach the rock cave below the Rio Blanco Glacier. Approaching time: approx 5hrs. Vertical gain: approx. 800m.
We start before sunrise from our bivouac (around 5-6 am). After 45 minutes uphill through rocky terrain, we reach the base of the glacier. From there, we proceed with crampons and rope toward the rocky ridge. Scrambling (grades II & III) and short-roping follow, with one pitch of class IV (15-20m). The views from the top are incredible! After a break at the summit (2163m), we rappel and downclimb the same way back to the rock cave. We collect our camping gear and head back to El Chaltén. The activity takes around 12hrs total, with an elevation gain of approx. 900m.
Note: The itinerary can be modified and should be considered only as a guide. External factors such as snow conditions or weather may change the original plan, and your guide has the authority to adjust the program as needed. This will not entitle passengers to claim any compensation.
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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.
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.
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:
| Activity | Weight Range |
|---|---|
| Hiking 1 day | 5-8 kg |
| Trekking 4-6 days | 15-18 kg |
| Mt. Ascents & Alpine Climbs 3 days | 18-20 kg |
| Ice Field Expeditions 8 days | 22-24 kg |
| Ski Touring 1 day | 14-16 kg |
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.
We highly recommend booking 90 days in advance, in order to find services available.
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.
info@mount-patagonia.com
+54 9 2966 60-7070
10am to 5pm
Eduardo Brenner 88 (9301) - El Chaltén.
