Aconcagua Schedule & Prices

2010-2011 Schedule
We now offer teams of 6 climbers with 2 guides on selected dates.

November 27, 2010 – December 20, 2010 (6 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 11/28. Depart 12/19.

*December 4, 2010 – December 27, 2010 (6 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 12/6. Depart 12/27.

December 11, 2010 – January 3, 2011 (10 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 12/12. Depart 1/2.

December 18, 2010 – January 10, 2011 (6 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 12/19. Depart 1/9.

December 26, 2010 – January 18, 2011 (10 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 12/27. Depart 1/17.

January 2 – January 25, 2011 (6 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 1/3. Depart 1/24.

January 8 – January 31, 2011 (10 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 1/9. Depart 1/30.

January 15 – February 7, 2011 (10 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 1/16. Depart 2/6.

January 22 – February 14, 2011 (6 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 1/23. Depart 1/13.

January 30 – February 22, 2011 (6 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 1/31. Depart 2/21

February 13 – March 8, 2011 (10 Climber Team)
Arrive Mendoza 2/14. Depart 3/7.

*Polish Direct Option. (Up to 2 climbers per team)

Full 6 climber teams will have 2 guides.

Full 10 climber teams will have a total of 3 guides ( 2 guides on the
approach and one guide meeting at base camp or higher on the mountain)

Land Costs
10 Climber Teams - $4,300.00 (Per Person, Double Occupancy)
6 Climber Teams - $5,000.00 (Per Person, Double Occupancy)
$500.00 (Additional for Polish Direct Route)

Payments
$700.00 deposit, due with application
 Balance due 90 days prior to departure.

Land Costs Include
All land transportation in Argentina
Hotel accommodations in Mendoza for one night before and one night after climb
Hotel accommodations in Penitentes, Argentina (dormitory style)
Meals: Alpine Ascents pays for all meals from the first night’s dinner (on scheduled date) until departure from the mountain. Climbers pay for own meals upon return to Mendoza at the end of the expedition. (Breakfast is included as part of the lodging).
All group climbing gear
All group supplies, such as tents, stoves etc.
Mules
Guides

Land Costs Do Not Include
$25 Wire Transfer Fee (If Applicable)
International round-trip airfare USA - Santiago - Mendoza
Climbing Permit Fee ($330 - $800, Depending on Season)
Single Room Supplement
Argentina Entrance Fee Some supplemental snacks such as candy bars - see confirmation materials
Additional hotels, meals & transportation should the climb end early
Excess baggage charges and airport taxes
All fees for early departure from team (such as non-scheduled mule transport)
Personal gear
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Alpine Ascents
Trip cancellation insurance

Aconcagua Cancellation/Refund Policy
Note: Alpine Ascents International highly recommends trip cancellation insurance for all expeditions. Due to the nature and heavy costs of government and operator permits, Alpine Ascents International must adhere to a stringent refund policy.

Each deposit, regardless of amount, includes a $200.00 non-refundable registration fee.
Full refunds, less registration fee, will be provided 90-days prior to course, trek and/or expedition date.
50% refunds will be provided 60-89 days prior to course, trek and/or expedition date.
No refunds will be provided 59-days prior to course, trek and/or expedition date.
All refund requests must be made in writing and be received in our office within the 90-day period, as stated above.
All balances are due 90 days prior to departure date unless otherwise specified.
Participants whose balances are not received by the 90-day deadline as stated above, risk forfeiture of their place on the expedition.

Note: Alpine Ascents reserves the right to waive any fees. As we offer personalized service, we will attempt to accommodate changes and cancellations when necessary, waiving certain fees when feasible.

Trip Cancellation Insurance
We highly recommend purchasing trip cancellation insurance. Alpine Ascents International offers a plan in conjunction with Travelex. If you are signing up online or over the phone our location number is #47-0553. Detailed policy information will be sent upon receipt of your completed application.

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