Ascent to the ceiling of America. Its altitude has been considered in 6.959m (exists on the matter controversial), and thanks to strong winds and to the precipitation shortage, its summit is lacking of snow (only there is snow until 5000m approximately).
This desert mountain offers a surprising mineral landscape.
Its name, “Ackon Cahuac”, in language huarpe means “stone sentry”.
If yours it is to beat height record, here you have the one of the American continent.
LEVEL: 3
ACTIVITY: Ascent
LODGING: Campings and refuges
DURATION: 19 days/18 nights.
IT INCLUDES: Proceedings to secure the permissions of ascent, transfers, hotel in Mendoza, complete pension during the ascent, freight-carrying mountain guides, mules, encamped equipment of, lunch of welcome and dinner of goodbye.