Ramsar site. Internationally Important Wetland.
Very rich and delicate wildlife. 68 flora species & 58 of fauna.
The most important glacier of the 5th region.
1.86 miles high glacier.
Where Aconcagua river begins.
In the heart of the mountain range.
Tour fee: U$144.64 p/p
(3 days in advance)
LOCATION | Los Andes mountain range. 5th region. |
ALTITUDE | 9.843 feet / 3.000 meters a.s.l. |
ELEVATION GAIN | 1.640 feet / 500 meters (both days) |
LENGTH | 2 days – 1 night. From 6:00 am of day 1 to 10:00 pm of day 2 |
DISTANCE | Day 1: 9.94 miles / 16 kilometers round trip - Day 2: 6.84 miles / 11 kilometers round trip |
HIKING TIME | Day 1: 7 hours - Day 2: 9 hours |
SEASON | October to May. |
NUMBER OF PAX | Minimum 2 - Maximum 6 |
RESTRICTIONS | Good health, no knee injuries, over 12 years old. |
PREVIUS EXPERIENCE | Desirable. Not necessary. Excellent physical condition. |
DIFFICULTY LEVEL | Medium-high |
TRANSPORTATION | SUV or pick-up truck. |
METEOROLOGICAL CONDITION | Mountain conditions. Variable during the day. Sudden drizzles. Hot day, cold at night. |