Aconcagua 2008-2009 Schedule & Prices
2008-2009 Dates
We now offer teams of 6 climbers with 2 guides on selected dates.
December 5, 2008 – December 28, 2008 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 12/6. Depart 12/27.
December 12, 2008 – January 4, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 12/13. Depart 1/3.
*December 19, 2008 – January 11, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 12/20. Depart 1/10.
December 26, 2008 – January 18, 2009 (6 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 12/27. Depart 1/17.
January 2 – January 25, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 1/3. Depart 1/24.
January 9 – February 1, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 1/10. Depart 1/31.
January 16 – February 8, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 1/17. Depart 2/7.
January 23 – February 15, 2009 (6 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 1/24. Depart 2/14.
January 30 – February 22, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 1/31. Depart 2/21
February 6 – March 1, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 2/7. Depart 2/28.
February 13 – March 8, 2009 (10 Climber Team) Arrive Mendoza 2/14. Depart 3/7.
*Polish Direct Option. (Up to 2 climbers per team)
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
$500.00 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 ($200 - $330, Depending on Season)
Single Room Supplement (Mendoza only) is $200
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.
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.
Prepaid Air Medical Service
Alpine Ascents recommends Air Ambulance Card for emergency medical evacuation coverage. Enroll online at:
