Cerro Del Medio
Exigente Alta Montaña

Cerro del Medio Expedition (4,170 m) – Mendoza

Experience the Cerro del Medio expedition in the Cordón del Plata. A demanding 3-day ascent with overnight stays in a mountain hut — ideal for testing your level at 4,000 meters.

Duration 3 days
Difficulty Exigente
Max. altitude 4,170 m amsl
Meeting point Mendoza
PRICE $630.000

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THE EXPERIENCE

About this trip

Expect Mendoza logistical hubs (Potrerillos/Luján) for acclimatisation walks before summit pushes—distinct from Champáquí programmes.

Cerro del Medio (4,170 m) is the guardian of the Cordón del Plata Provincial Park. Don’t be misled by its elevation — its sustained elevation gain makes it a physically demanding challenge and the perfect training mountain for those aiming toward bigger expeditions.

Over 3 days, we create a strategic immersion into high-altitude mountaineering. Our approach is simple and effective: we hike to higher elevations during the day to promote acclimatization, then descend to sleep with more oxygen at our mountain hut at 2,900 m.

You’ll move through glacial landscapes and test your mindset during long days on the mountain. We provide the logistics and professional guides — you bring the endurance needed to reach the summit.

Exigente Physical demand

This is a demanding expedition, designed for people with very good aerobic fitness, resistance to fatigue, and previous trekking experience who are ready to raise the bar on their challenges. To help you prepare mentally, the real effort is concentrated on Day 2: You will need to cover 12 kilometers while facing a significant 1,270 meters of elevation gain in a single day. This represents a major physical challenge that will test your mental strength during more than 10 hours of continuous activity at altitude. Our strategy to balance this level of effort is based on proper rest and shelter: - Mountain Hut (2,900 m): We spend two nights in a traditional hut in the Cordón del Plata, staying in shared rooms. Given the rugged nature of the environment, services are basic compared to urban lodging, but the shelter and warmth provided are essential for recovery before summit day. Far from traditional tourism, this experience allows you to live true mountaineering and evaluate your abilities against the immensity of the Andes.

What's included

  • Meals: from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 3
  • Accommodation: 2 nights in a shared mountain hut
  • Transfers: Mendoza – Cordón del Plata Provincial Park – Mendoza
  • MONS Mountain Guides: Professional guides with specific training in wilderness first aid.
  • VHF communication equipment
  • First aid kit
  • Insurance: personal accident and civil liability coverage

Not included

  • Additional meals and drinks not specified in this program
  • Accommodation before and after the trek
This trip is for you if

WHO IS THIS
TRIP FOR?

  • Personas con experiencia previa en trekking que busca subir la vara y enfrentar desafíos físicos más grandes.
  • Quienes estén dispuestos a salir de su zona de confort, enfrentando desniveles marcados y jornadas extensas..
  • Personas con un muy buen estado físico, resistencia a la fatiga y gran predisposición mental.
  • Personas con la motivación de salir de la zona de confort para ascender de nivel y descubrir hasta dónde puede llegar su cuerpo.
DAY BY DAY

ITINERARY

1

DAY 1 Mendoza - Mountain Hut - Acclimatization

Distance: 15 km · Elevation gain: + 220 m

We meet in Mendoza and transfer to the Cordón del Plata Provincial Park. We settle into our mountain hut (2,900 m) and begin exploring the terrain with a gradual ascent to Veguitas Camp (3,240 m), encouraging the body to adapt to altitude. Afterward, we return to the hut for dinner and overnight stay.

2

DAY 2 Summit Day

Distance: 12 km · Elevation gain: + 1,270 m

The key day of the expedition. After an early breakfast, we begin the ascent toward Cerro del Medio. As we gain altitude, the body will begin to feel the reduced oxygen during nearly 12 hours of steady effort. Upon reaching 4,170 m, the effort is rewarded with vast views across the Andes. We return to the hut in the afternoon, tired but satisfied with the accomplishment.

3

DAY 3 Return to Mendoza

We enjoy a relaxed breakfast, pack our gear, and share our final mountain lunch together. Then we board our transport and begin the journey back to Mendoza, closing an expedition that marks a turning point in your mountain performance

What participants say

REVIEWS

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Sebastián Tortul Abril 2023

Excellent company! Very responsible guides!! I felt very well cared for!! I would definitely hire them again! Unique experiences!

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BEFORE YOU GO

FAQ

BEFORE YOU GO

Gear you'll need

Clothing

Pants
- 1 Hiking pant (trekking pant recommended)
- 1 Thermal base layer
Pants - 1 Hiking pant (trekking pant recommended)
- 1 Thermal base layer
Socks
3 pairs
Socks 3 pairs
Mid-layers / fleeces
Mid-layers / fleeces
T-shirts
- 3 T-shirts for hiking
- 1 Spare T-shirt
T-shirts - 3 T-shirts for hiking
- 1 Spare T-shirt
Jackets
- 1 Waterproof / windproof jacket
- 1 Insulated jacket
Jackets - 1 Waterproof / windproof jacket
- 1 Insulated jacket
Footwear
- 1 Pair of hiking footwear (trekking boots or shoes recommended)
- 1 Pair of lightweight footwear for resting
Footwear - 1 Pair of hiking footwear (trekking boots or shoes recommended)
- 1 Pair of lightweight footwear for resting
Cold & sun accessories
- Wool or synthetic beanie
- Cap or sun hat
- Liner gloves
- Insulated gloves
- Neck gaiter or buff-style neckwear
Cold & sun accessories - Wool or synthetic beanie
- Cap or sun hat
- Liner gloves
- Insulated gloves
- Neck gaiter or buff-style neckwear

Equipment

30 L Backpack or larger
30 L Backpack or larger
Sleeping bag
Sleeping bag
Water Bottle
Capacity for at least 2 liters
Water Bottle Capacity for at least 2 liters
Headlamp
Headlamp
Sunscreen
Sunscreen
Personal medication
Personal medication
Bags
Bags
Trekking poles
Trekking poles recommended
Sunglasses
Sunglasses
Snacks
Snacks

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