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MOUNT PLATA EXPEDITION

On this expedition to Cerro Plata, we’ll attempt to reach one of Argentina’s most iconic high mountain summits.

The activity will take place in the Cordón del Plata Provincial Park, a mountainous region that it has a great landscape quality, where remarkable natural attributes of interest are combined scientific and heritage (glaciers, periglacial environment with frozen tundra-type soil, rivers, streams, flora, fauna, archaeological and paleontological remains) together with an important value aesthetic, educational and recreational, given the diversity of environments, their visibility and the existence of singular geographical features.

We will attempt to reach the summit of the mountain that gives this Park its name, Cerro El Plata, with its 6,000 m a.s.l.

OUR PURPOSE

At MONS, we work to offer you more than just an outdoor activity — we invite you to live the Mons Experience. An experience built on trust, safety, and a genuine human connection. We encourage an active role in the mountains, one that helps each person discover what they’re capable of achieving or overcoming.
We make the most of every small comfort and take it to its fullest potential — so that you can let go of responsibility and enjoy the moment, knowing you’re in the hands of a prepared and dedicated team.

 

Info

Days: 8
  • From 10 to 16 of  January 2026

 

Difficulty Level: Very High.    

Hiking times and pace vary depending on each group, taking into account, among other factors, the physical condition of all participants so that we can walk together as a team.

This experience includes physical activity that doesn’t require special training, but it’s important to have good endurance and be open to mountain adventures in order to fully enjoy the journey.

During this expedition, we’ll hike a total of 37 km, with overnight stays at altitudes above 4,600 meters above sea level. Each person will carry a backpack weighing around 14 kilograms. It’s not appropriate to compare this to walks in urban or lowland settings.

Accommodation is in high-altitude tents. Given the remote location and the challenges involved in reaching it, it’s important to note that services are more limited than what you’d expect in an urban lodge or hostel.

While this experience doesn’t offer the same comfort as conventional tourism, it takes place in a setting of exceptional natural beauty—accessible only through adventures like this one.

 

Details of the Itinerary:

  • DAY 1 – Mendoza city – Veguitas Camp 3,215 m a.s.l.
  • DAY 2 – Veguitas Camp to Veguitas Superior Camp 3,580 m a.s.l.
  • DAY 3 – Carry to El Salto Camp 4,200 m a.s.l.
  • DAY 4 – Ascent El Salto Camp 4,200 m.a.s.l.
  • DAY 5 – Rest and acclimatization day at 4,200 m.a.s.l.
  • DAY 6 – Summit Day on Cerro Plata – 5,950 m.a.s.l.
  • DAY 7 – Descent from El Salto Camp to Refuge at 2,900 m.a.s.l. Farewell dinner.
  • DAY 8 – Transfer to Mendoza – End of services.

 

Recommended clothing:

Pants

1 pair of pants suitable for walking. We recommend trekking pants.

1 pair of winter / insulated base layers to be worn under the trekking pants.

1 pair of mountaineering waterproof pants.

Sweatshirt

2 We recommend polar fleece due to its benefits.

Socks

2 pairs of mountaineering socks.

1 pair of thin base layer socks.

1 pairs of regular socks.

T-shirts

1 insulated base layers T-shirts.

3 t-shirts for walking. We recommend synthetic fibers.

1 cotton t-shirt to be worn in the afternoons and evenings when we are out of activities.

Coats

1 waterproof jacket.

1 windbreaker (it can be the waterproof jacket).

1 warm -20 C. degree duvet jacket.

Shoes

1 pair of trekking shoes.

1 pair of double boots or mountaineering boots that enable the use of crampons. 

We recommend a light pair of shoes to let feet rest such as Crocs® or similar.

Accessories for sun and cold protection

1 woolen hat or one made of synthetic fibers.

1 pair of base layers gloves.

1 pair of winter waterproof gloves.

1 pair of -20 C. degree mittens.

1 fleece neck gaiter

1 hat o cap.

Recommended equipment:

70-litre or over backpack

A backpack that can contain all the personal equipment, clothing and some group equipment: tent parts, water heater, gas and food.   

Trekking walking sticks

Snow goggles

UV protection

Category 4

Sunscreen

Sunscreen SPF 50

Lip sunscreen

Sunglasses

UV protection sunglasses

Category 4

Special Medications

All personal medications.

Sleeping bag and insulated mattress.

-30 C degree sleeping bag

Any insulated mattress

Water Bottle

3-liter water bottle/s

Frontal Flashlight

With new batteries and a spare pack.

Crampons

Roll tapes, automatic or semi-automatic

Gaiters

Insulated mountaineering gaiters.

NYLON Bags

NYLON bags to keep clothes dry in case of rain.

The service includes:

MEALS

  • All meals from Lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 8 included.
  • If a special diet is required (celiac, vegetarian, etc.), please consult with the organization beforehand.
  • Trail food for every day.

REFUGE

  • Night on Day 7 in a mountain refuge located in the Cordón del Plata Provincial Park.

TENTS

  • 6 nights of accommodation in shared high-altitude tents.

MONS GUIDES – ACTIVIDADES DE MONTAÑA

  • Professional Guides – registered by the Province of Mendoza and Parque Provincial Aconcagua, with specific qualification in First Response in wild areas.
  • VHF Communication equipment.
  • First-aid Kit

TRANSFERS

  • Mendoza City – Parque Cordón del Plata – Mendoza City 

GROUP CAMPING EQUIPMENT

INSURANCE

  • Personal accidents. Civil Responsibility.

LOGISTICS 

General Difficulty of the Program

Hiking times and pace vary depending on each group, taking into account, among other factors, the physical condition of all participants so that we can walk together as a team.

This experience includes physical activity that doesn’t require special training, but it’s important to have good endurance and be open to mountain adventures in order to fully enjoy the journey.

During this expedition, we’ll hike a total of 37 km, with overnight stays at altitudes above 4,600 meters above sea level. Each person will carry a backpack weighing around 14 kilograms. It’s not appropriate to compare this to walks in urban or lowland settings.

Accommodation is in high-altitude tents. Given the remote location and the challenges involved in reaching it, it’s important to note that services are more limited than what you’d expect in an urban lodge or hostel.

While this experience doesn’t offer the same comfort as conventional tourism, it takes place in a setting of exceptional natural beauty—accessible only through adventures like this one.

 

The service does not include:

FOOD AND DRINKS

  • Unspecified extra meals or drinks.

ACCOMMODATION

  • Accommodation before and after the expedition is the responsibility of each participant. Advance booking is required to avoid any inconvenience.

TRANSFERS

  • Transfer to Mendoza city.

INDIVIDUAL EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING

EXPENSES INCURRED DUE TO EARLY DEPARTURE FROM THE PROGRAM

 

Contracting Conditions

Booking and Payment: Participation in the expedition is subject to prior booking and payment of a deposit, as agreed upon by the parties.

Cancellation by the Organization: The organization reserves the right to cancel the expedition due to force majeure, such as adverse weather conditions or failure to meet the minimum number of participants. In such cases, the client will have the option to choose a new departure date or receive a full refund of the deposit.

Program Modifications: The expedition guides have the right to modify the program in whole or in part if they deem that the safety or the physical and psychological integrity of the participants is at risk, or due to weather or safety conditions requiring adjustments. In such cases, no refund will be given for the cost of the expedition. Their main priority is to ensure the safety of the participants and they will accompany them throughout the entire expedition.

Tourism in Remote Areas: This type of tourism differs from conventional tourism in that it requires different logistics, and the planned activities are subject to factors that may affect their normal development. Therefore, starting and ending times of the programs may vary, even though additional time is planned and accounted for in each part of the day.

Participant Responsibility: Participants must follow the instructions of the guides, act responsibly, and respect safety rules throughout the expedition. They are responsible for their own health and well-being during the activity.

Refunds: Except in the aforementioned cases, no refunds will be issued once the expedition has started.

Informed Consent: By participating in the expedition, the participant declares that they are aware of the conditions and risks involved and take full responsibility for their decision to take part.

The Guides: They are in charge of the activity and may modify the program in whole or in part if they believe the health, or the physical or psychological integrity of one or more participants is at risk, or if weather, safety, or other conditions so require. In such cases, the cost of the expedition will not be refunded. Their main responsibility is to ensure the safety of the participants and accompany them throughout the entire excursion.

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