El Plomo (5,430m / 17,815ft.) 6-Day Tour
El Plomo (5,430m / 17,815ft.) 6-Day Tour
An expedition to climb a 5,000 meters / 16,404 ft. peak near Santiago de Chile.
6-Day mountaineering expedition in Chile
From: US $ 1,190.00
This expedition is an extended version of our standard El Plomo Expedition, with 6 days instead of 5 to improve acclimatization and chances to reach the summit. Includes the climb of Cerro Leonera (4.954m / 16,253 ft. ).
Climb an ancient Inca sanctuary in the heart of Chile and enjoy the magnificent views over the Central Andes and the Valle Central with Chile's capital Santiago! You will be able to see the majestic Aconcagua and Tupungato while enjoying all the emotions and the beauty of climbing a five -thousand-meters peak. This ascent also serves as a good acclimatization for those who intend to climb other peaks during the season such as Aconcagua, Mercedario or Ojos del Salado.
Highlights
Climb an old Inca sanctuary, El Plomo, (5,430m / 17,815 ft.)
Acclimatize climbing famous Cerro Leonera (4.954m / 16,253)
Live the experience of a mountaineering expedition in the Andes Range.
Enjoy fantastic panoramic views over the Central Andes, Santiago and the Central Valley.
Excellent training for Aconcagua and other high peaks.
An extended version of our standard El Plomo Expedition, with 6 days to improve acclimatization and chances to reach the summit
Difficulty
Technically and physically easy mountaineering program. Basic technical skills and good shape required.
Season: November to April
Duration: 6 days. Starts and ends in Santiago de Chile
Participants: up to 12 people
Open for bookings , this tour is available for private groups, please use the form above to receive a quote
Rates
From US $ 1,190.00 per person by a group of five people.
For single supplement please add US $50.
Services Included
Private transportation throughout
Professional bilingual mountain guide(s) (mountain guide to client ratio: 4/1).
Camp staff, cook, assistants, according to the group size.
Accommodation and meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
High quality communal camping and mountaineering gear including tents as well as full base camp infrastructure and services.
Mules for the luggage. (3 days)
First aid kit and pulse oximeter and bottled oxygen for emergencies.
VHF radio communication.
Satellite phone (on pay per minute basis).
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: SANTIAGO – VALLE NEVADO – PIEDRA NUMERADA (3.395m / 11,138 ft.)
In the morning, we will be driven (approx. 2.5 hours) to Valle Nevado Ski Center (3.025m / 9,924 ft.). Here we will, load the mules that will be there already waiting for us. Then we will walk with our light back pack (approx. 4 hours) to the first camp, Piedra Numerada (3.395m / 11,138 ft.). The mules will carry all the equipment and luggage.Lodging: Camp 3395m / 11,138ft.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: PIEDRA NUMERADA (3.395m / 11,138 ft.)
Today we will do an acclimatization trekking (approx. 6 hours) in the surrounding area of our camp, crossing the 4.000 meter / 13,123 ft. mark for the first time. On the one hand, this hike will help us in terms of a physiological adaptation to altitude. On the other hand, the terrain offers many wonderful views of the beautiful valley where our camp is located, as well as our main objective, the majestic Mount El Plomo.Lodging: Camp 3395m / 11,138ft.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: PIEDRA NUMERADA (3.395m / 11,138 ft.) – FEDERACIÓN CAMP (4.120m / 13,517 ft.)
Today we will move our camp. The ascent (approx. 4 hours) to Federación Camp (4.120 m / 13,517 ft.) will take us directly to the base of Mount El Plomo. We leave behind the green valley that has sheltered us for the last two days. On the way, we see ancient stone walls near a beautiful waterfall. These are the remains of an Inca ceremonial site. On the way to the summit, the Incas took a rest here and performed religious rituals more than 500 years ago. According to their beliefs and mythology, the springs and waterfalls where the places where the ancient spirits dwelled. With the certainty of following the old tracks of the Inca culture, we continue with our climb, reaching the second camp in the afternoon. The mules will carry all the equipment and luggage.Lodging: Camp 4120m / 13,517 ft.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: FEDERACIÓN CAMP – MOUNT LEONERA (4.954m / 16,253 ft.) – FEDERACIÓN CAMP
In a one-day climb round trip, we reach the top of Mount Leonera. This summit is not only attractive in terms of the landscape, but is also ideal for acclimatizing. It serves as another important step to prepare our body for the high altitude the following day.Lodging: Camp 4120m / 13,517 ft.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: FEDERACIÓN CAMP – SUMMIT OF EL PLOMO (5.424 M / 17,795 ft.) – FEDERACIÓN CAMP
Archaeologically speaking, Mount El Plomo is of great interest. In 1954, the tomb of an 8 year old Inca boy was discovered near the summit. The boy’s mummified body was taken to Santiago, and now it is located at the Natural History Museum. Mount El Plomo is, without a doubt, the mountain that dominates the valley where Santiago is located. Early in the morning, we will start our climb (6-8 hours) to the summit (5.424 m / 17,795 ft. ). We will climb a zigzag path up a scree slope that will gradually become steeper. Before the glacier, we will pass by an Inca stone wall ceremonial platform that is very well preserved. Here, the boy was adorned before his climb to the tomb and prepared for his death. This is the exact place where we put the crampons on to cross a short stretch of glacial tongue. After this section, the summit will not be far away. We need one more hour to reach the summit. From the mountain top we will have an impressive view of all the Andes Range. Some of the giants like Tupungato (6.570 m / 21,555 ft.), Mercedario (6.770 m / 22,212 ft.) or the highest of all, Aconcagua (6.962 m / 22,841 ft.), will draw our attention. After this, we will walk back down to our camp (for approx. 3 hours).Lodging: Camp 4120m / 13,517 ft.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: FEDERACIÓN CAMP – VALLE NEVADO – SANTIAGO
Return (approx. 6 hours) to Valle Nevado and to hour vehicles. The mules will carry all the equipment and luggage. Drive to Santiago and transfer to your hotel.Lodging: Hotel not included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch