The Cerro el Plomo expedition is challenging so you MUST train for several months before departure to make your trip as enjoyable as possible. Training should include regular walking on hills, combined with swimming, light running or biking and gym work to develop strength. We recommend training plan specific to mountaineering, such as those from Uphill Athlete.
At 5,424m/17,795ft, Cerro el Plomo is an impressive mountain and the largest visible peak from the city of Santiago.
A Cerro el Plomo climb is a relatively short yet fun excursion into the Chilean Andes. It is an ideal introductory climb to altitude or as a pre-acclimatisation trip for those climbing Aconcagua.
Cerro el Plomo is a brilliant climb for a foray to five and a half thousand metres or as an acclimatisation trip prior to climbing Aconcagua. The climbing is straightforward although ice axe and crampons will be required.
Cerro el Plomo also offers excellent views out to the high mountains of Central Chile and Argentina such as Aconcagua and Tupungato and you will pass by an ancient Inca burial site at 4,500m on the way to the summit.
- A short climb to moderate altitude
- An excellent first expedition to altitude or pre-acclimatisation trip prior to Aconcagua
Climbing Ability
Climbing Ability
Beginner
Elevation
Elevation
5,424m/17,795ft
Duration
Duration
10 days
Location
Location
Chile
EL PLOMO
ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrive in Santiago, Chile
DAY 2
Sort equipment, expedition briefing, city tour and overnight Santiago hotel
DAY 3
Drive to Valle Nevado and trek to Piedra Numerada 3,300m/10,826ft. Camping overnight
DAY 4
Acclimatise in Piedra Numerada. Camping overnight
DAY 5
Trek to Base Camp Federaciones 4,100m/13,450ft. Camping overnight
DAY 6
Acclimatisation day, optional ascent of Cerro Leonera 4,975m/16,322ft. Camping overnight
DAY 7
Summit attempt 5,424m/17,795ft. Camping overnight
DAY 8
Contingency day. Camping overnight
DAY 9
Return to Santiago, overnight hotel
DAY 10
Those continuing to climb Aconcagua will fly to Mendoza, others depart for home.
Departures and Pricing
Note: Dates are subject to change due to many factors out of our control
| Start/End | Departing from | Quantity | Pricing | Notes | Book |
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| 24 Dec - 2 Jan 2025 | Santiago, Chile | 1:1 guide to climber ratio | $6,600 NZD $ | ||
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| 24 Dec - 2 Jan 2025 | Santiago, Chile | 1:2 or 1:3 guide to climber ratio | $4,100 USD $ | ||
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| 14 Jan - 23 Jan 2025 | Santiago, Chile | 1:1 guide to climber ratio | $6,600 USD $ | ||
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| 14 Jan - 23 Jan 2025 | Santiago, Chile | 1:2 or 1:3 guide to climber ratio | $4,100 USD $ | ||
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PREPARE
Fitness
Technical Experience
Basic ice axe and crampon skills are recommended. We suggest joining an introductory mountaineering instruction course such as our Chamonix Introductory Mountaineering Course or Europe Private Instruction Course before the expedition if you have time, but it is not essential, as there are opportunities to practice and review basic snowcraft skills before the summit attempt.
Altitude Experience
No prior altitude experience is required.
Why Adventure Consultants?
Adventure Consultants is renowned for the quality of its service and strategy applied to high altitude expedition climbing. Our reputation is attributed to meticulous planning and experienced logistics coordination. We have a philosophy of investing in every expedition to offer our climbers the best possible chance of success.
We employ strong and specialised Expedition leaders and support staff, who are some of the most pre-eminent in the industry. We pride ourselves on operating with small teams, the best back-up and support available. This includes nutritious and ample quantities of food, comfortable base camp facilities, reliable communications systems and the necessary medical back up.
Many of our expedition members come to us because they have seen us in action on a previous trip and decide to opt for our level of service and proven experience. Others return because they know we do our very best to make expeditions safe and successful.
Inclusions
The price of your trip includes the following:
- Professional, qualified guides
- Quality accommodation and transport
- Excellent food and catering
- Expert logistics
- Regular dispatches for families and friends to follow your expedition
- Comprehensive support from our New Zealand office team.
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