Aconcagua and the Southern Andes

Horcones Valley (Normal) and Vacas Valley (Polish Glacier) ascent routes

Jim Ryan author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cicerone Press

Published:12th Feb '18

Should be back in stock very soon

Aconcagua and the Southern Andes cover

A guidebook to climbing 6962m Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest mountain in the Southern Hemisphere. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the Andes, the treks are suitable for fit, experienced walkers and mountaineers.

The 12-day Normal (Horcones Valley) route and the 14-day Vacas Valley (Polish Glacier) route are both described, along with several acclimatisation treks in the Aconcagua, Vallecitos and Tupungato areas of the southern Andes and near Santiago in Chile.

  • Sketch mapping is included
  • Guidance onpreparing for high-altitude mountaineering, acclimatisation and staying healthy
  • Advice on permits, equipment, food and water, and hiring guides and mules
  • Detailed information on accommodation and local facilities
  • Things to do in Mendoza and Santiago, including information on local cuisine and wine tasting
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ISBN: 9781852849740

Dimensions: 172mm x 116mm x 11mm

Weight: 230g

184 pages

3rd Revised edition