They got to the summit today! After waking up early in the morning, they had a long tough day and reached the top of the highest peak in America at 22,834′. An incredible experience they will never forget!

We spoke with Rolo, the lead guide, who said they were fine at High Camp ready to spend the night there. Tomorrow they will continue to Plaza de Mulas Base Camp and they will come back to Mendoza the following day.

Congratulations for the big effort!

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The team successfully got to Camp 2 at 17,500′. After resting one day there, the group is moving to High Camp today.

They are fine and doing a great job as they move uphill.

We will keep you posted.

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The team left Base Camp yesterday and moved to Camp 1, reaching an altitude of 16,300′.

They are all fine and today they are taking a rest day there.

We will post more news about them soon.

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The group successfully carried some loads to Camp 1 yesterday. After that, they went back to Base Camp.

Rolo, the lead guide, called us to say they are fine and getting used to the altitude. Today they are taking a rest day.

We will keep you informed.

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The team is fine and successfully completed the 3-day approach hike along the Vacas and Ameghino Valleys. Their first stop was at Pampa de Leñas and the following day they continued to Casa de Piedra.

Today the group woke up and continued to Plaza Argentina Base Camp. They have gradually gained altitude and are now at 13,800′.

We will post more updates soon.

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All the members of the team had a meeting with the guides yesterday. Later, they shared a tasty dinner together.

The expedition is led by the mountain guide Rolo Abaca, who has years of experience and is assisted by Angela Cardenas.

Today the group was excited to leave the city and go to Penitentes. They will spend the night at a hotel there.

Tomorrow they will start the approach hike to Plaza Argentina Base Camp, which will take them three days to complete.

They are taking a satellite phone with them to keep us updated.

We will keep you posted!

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