Seven Summits

Climbing Aconcagua (6962m) - Part 1

Climbing Aconcagua (6962m) - Part 1

The Approach to Base Camp “Plaza Argentina”

It is a unique experience to climb Aconcagua! I went on this adventure for 15 days in January 2019 with a great team of people. Together we hiked through long valleys, rough snowstorms and surreal landscapes towards the roof of South America. In a series of four articles I want to tell you the exciting story of this ascent, give you useful information and a feeling if climbing Aconcagua is something for you. Part 1 is about the three-day approach to the Base Camp Plaza Argentina.

Preparation for an Aconcagua Expedition

Preparation for an Aconcagua Expedition

My Training, Equipment and Useful Tips for Climbing Aconcagua

Starting on the 5th of January 2019 I am setting out on a climbing attempt of the highest mountain in South America – Aconcagua (6961m) in Argentina. I am photographing and documenting the whole expedition on assignment for the tour operator Grajales Expeditions. It will take us about 20 days to climb the mountain via the Polish Traverse route. I am already very excited to go on this adventure. Here you can find out how I prepared for the Aconcagua expedition, what equipment you need to bring and other useful things for the climb.