Mount El Sosneado ascent , Mendoza

Proposal

Mount Sosneado has striking peculiarities. It is one of the mountains over 5000 meters above sea level and the most southern in the world although its access is not so complicated. It is located opposite the famous Vallede las Lagrima, where the famous rubgiers airplane crashed.The landscape that surrounds it has a singular and haunting beauty.

Our expedition proposes to know its wilderness while trying to reach his prized summit over 5100 meters.

Itinerary

Day 1- Refugio El Soler (2200 masl) : Meeting in El Sosneado at 1 pm.Easy access by San Rafael or Malargüe by bus . We take a transfer going through the upper valley of the Atuel River. Arrival at the abandoned hotel Sosneado and then to the shelter of Gendarmeria El Soler, 2200 masl. First Campsite.

Day 2: Beginning of the trek into the valley to start gradually gaining height. We will reach our second campsite at about 3300 masl on the northwest side of the mountain. Dinner Overnight.

Day 3: Acclimatization day. We will stay in this second camp and we might do some hikes in the area and rest.

Day 4: Breakfast. We will continue ascending to search the third camp, about 4000 meters above sea level, on top of the valley. The views are stunning around us. Set up camp, hydration and rest. From here we can see part of the way to the summit.

Day 5: Breakfast. Acclimatization day. We will prepare our equipment for the summit day. Hydration and overnight

Day 6: Summit day (5179 MASL). We will wake up very early to have a better chance to get to the summit. If the weather conditions are suitable, the group will be arriving there before noon. Photos and celebration. Descent to the camp.

Day 7: We will pick up camp and descent across the valley. In the afternoon we will arrive at the end of the valley and private transfer to El Sosneado. End of our services

Included Services

-Transfer in-out from Sosneado

-Full board in the mountain

-Tents

-Professional mountain guides

-Mules to carry the equipmente up to the fist camp(only in January and February)

-General Equipment and communication

-Permanent assistance

Services NOT included

-Trip to El Sosneado

-Last night in hostel in San Rafael

-Personal and technical equipment

Note

The 10 classic mountains of Argentina (less than 6000 meters above sea level) - # top10clasicmountainsofargentina

This mountain is included in a group of 10 mounts and mountains throughout the territory of Argentina, less than 6000 meters high, which we have joined so adventurers find a new challenge to meet. We have ordered them by difficulty:

1- Mount Tres Picos , Buenos Aires. 1239 MASL

2- Mount Champaquí, Córdoba. 2884 MASL

3- Mount Penitentes, Mendoza. 4350 MASL

4- Lanin Volcano, Neuquén. 3776 MASL

5- Mount Tronador, Pico Argentino, Rio Negro. 3230 MASL

6- Mount El Manchao, Catamarca. 4560 MASL

7- Domuyo Volcano, Neuquén. 4709 MASL

8- Maipo Volcano, Mendoza. 5323 MASL

9- Nevado de Chañi, Jujuy. 5896 MASL

10- Mount El Sosneado, Mendoza. 5169 MASL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a hard ascent?

Yes, it is one of the most difficult mountains above the 5000 MASL.

Do I need to be trained?

For any mountain activity you need to have a previous physical preparation, or be physically active. In this case we suggest training (jogging twice to three times a week, cycling or swimming) and doing a good leg workout (gym, crossfit, , etc.)

Do I need to have previous experience?

We recommend walking at least once before this trekking with a backpack, as we carry our backpack during the day and we sleep in tents at night. Summit day is quite demanding.

Where do we spend the night?

Overnight is spent in mountain campsites in igloo tents, comfortable and for 2/3 or 4 people.

Do I have to carry a tent?

Tents are included in the service.

What is the weather like ?

Even though the time of the year is the suitable for this ascent, temperatures tend to fall at night.

Are there any breaks to rest?

Stops are given with a frequency and graduation according to the intensity.

There are breaks for lunch, snack, and rest.

How old do I have to be to do this activity?

From 16 years old onwards. We also recommend you to contact us before registering or registering a minor just to make sure that his/her experience is the suitable for this climb.

How much does the backpack weigh?

In a woman backpack, from 13 to 15 kilos, in a man from 15 to 20 kilos.

Do you provide porter service?

Yes, but just to the first camp.

What do we eat?

Lunch: Milanesa and tomato sandwiches, cold sandwiches, snacks, salads, tapas, etc.
Dinners: Vegetable stews with bacon or chorizo ;chicken and vegetable casseroles, pasta with various , barbacue (goat), Chaw Fan, chicken with rice among other meals
Breakfasts and snacks: Tea, Coffee, Cappuccino, Mate Cocido, Mate, Milk powder; bread, cookies, jam, honey, dulce de leche; cereals, fruit.
It is necessary to complete the personal / medical file to clarify if someone does not eat some type of food.

Height Exposure

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How to interpret these values?

Each aspect is evaluated from 20% to 100%, where:

20-40%: Basic or beginner level
60%: Intermediate level
80-100%: Advanced or expert level

Only for experienced adventurers

This adventure requires advanced experience and excellent physical condition.

Required equipment

GENERAL EQUIPMENT

Backpack for trekking (65 to 85 liters)
Warm sleeping bag (-10 comfort degrees, eg 1000gms of feather or synthetic good).
Insulated sleeping pad (10 to 15mm).
Trekking poles
Sun glasses with UV protection Category 4

FOOT WEAR

High mountain boots for 5000masl (not neccesary double boots)
Trekking shoes

BASE LAYER

Underwear.
Cotton shirts (to be in the camp and to sleep)
short-sleeved synthetic shirts
Long-sleeved synthetic shirts
Pants or leggings made of polypropylene or similar (not cotton). To wear as warm indoor pants
Thin gloves made of polypropylene or similar (not cotton)
Pairs of synthetic thin socks (not cotton)
Buff multifunctional neck

MIDDLE LAYER

Trekking socks (synthetic-thermal)
thick mountain socks
cotton or wool socks ( wool is for sleeping)
1 long trekking pants
Swimming suit (to wear in the stream)
2 Sweatshirts (Fleece 100 or Fleece 200)
Feather-duvet jacket
Fleece gloves
Fleece hat
Sun hat (with flaps)

OUTER LAYER (wind proof and water proof))

Waterproof jacket - parka (gore tex or similar)
Pants cover (gore tex or similar)
Waterproof and breathable gloves (Ski gloves are a good option)
Mountain gaiters

TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT

Crampons (possible to rent)
Pick (possible to rent) Ask beforehand as some summers it was not necessary
Climbing helmet

PERSONAL ELEMENTS

Passport, ID card, ID.
Medical insurance

MISCELLANEOUS

FRONTAL flashlight with batteries (with spare batteries)
Sturdy plastic bags for storing clothes.
cuttlery , cup and plastic container (we suggest elements made of plastic)

HEALTH & HYGIENE

Spare lenses (can be goggles, highly recommended)
Personal first-aid kit (medication with the relevant recipe)
Sunscreen , Lip balm
Soap, shampoo (small) and small towel.
Toilet paper. Baby wipes.

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Cerro El Sosneado - The last 5000 - Mountain Expedition to summit - Mendoza

Proposal

Included Services

Services NOT included

Note

Frequently Asked Questions

Difficulty Graduation System

Backpack (M)

Physical (F)

Technical (T)

Psycho (P)

Height (A)

How to interpret these values?

Only for experienced adventurers

Required equipment

Rental Equipment

Trekking sleeping bag

Pair of Trekking Poles

Rental mittens

Pair of Crampons

Rental : helmet, crampons and ice ax

Combo Top: helmet, crampons, ice ax and full harness

Category 3 sunglasses - Shepra Julbo Spectrom

Backpack for trekking and mountaineering - Woman

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Proposal

Included Services

Services NOT included

Note

Frequently Asked Questions

Difficulty Graduation System

Backpack (M)

Physical (F)

Technical (T)

Psycho (P)

Height (A)

How to interpret these values?

Only for experienced adventurers

Required equipment

Rental Equipment

Trekking sleeping bag

Pair of Trekking Poles

Rental mittens

Pair of Crampons

Rental : helmet, crampons and ice ax

Combo Top: helmet, crampons, ice ax and full harness

Category 3 sunglasses - Shepra Julbo Spectrom

Backpack for trekking and mountaineering - Woman

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El Sosneado Mount (5189 masl). Summit expedition

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