Full Day Trekking In The Andes (Cordon del Plata)
What your day looks like
Our Full Day Mendoza trekking takes you to Mt Lomas Blancas (3,650 M – 11,975 Ft) in the Cordon del Plata mountain range, allows you to experience the beauty of the Andes in a single day hike. Giving you the opportunity to climb a 3,000-meter peak, it’s perfect for those who want an introduction to trekking in the mountains, don’t have time for a longer trek, or simply enjoy day hikes in spectacular scenery and want to bag a summit along the way. The Cordon del Plata range is located at 80 km west of Mendoza city, and contains numerous beautiful peaks, offering some of the best options for one-day hikes from Mendoza. Mt Lomas Blancas, at 3,650 m (11,975 ft) it is the highest of these, and the one that we will climb to put you at the summit of the whole range. As well as having the best views of the Cordon del Plata, it also offers superb views of the imposing mountains in the wider chain of the Andes, and of the surrounding Potrerillos valley, Mendoza river and Potrerillos Lake. A great day out which should live long in your memories.
The experience, in brief
- Natural paradise offers some of the best Andes trekking to do in one day from Mendoza
- This tour gives you the opportunity to climb a 3,000meter peak
- This tour is perfect for those who want an introduction to trekking in the mountains
- Admire the views of the imposing mountains in the wider chain of the Andes
The journey, in full
General Schedule: Departure - 8:45 a.m. Transport to Cordon del Plata - 1hr 20 min Distance - 5.5 km each way Average trekking time - 6 hrs Arrive in Mendoza - 5:00 to 6:00 pm Trekk Details: Elevation gain - 870 m Altitude - 12007ft / 3660m Characteristics of the trek - Rocky Terrain Difficulty - Lower | Intermediate
Your day, step by step
Mendoza
Rock Climbing at Silver Cord.
Mendoza
Hiking at Silver Cord.
What to know before booking
Included
Roundtrip transportation from your hotel in Mendoza City Professional bilingual guide Walking poles Technical equipment (VHF radio communication, first aid kit)
Not Included
Personal gear Personal Insurance Ground or air evacuations if needed Hospitalization fees or medication of any kind
What to Bring
Fleece jacket Waterproof or windproof jacket Trekking pants Sun hat Wool or fleece hat Sunglasses with 100% UV protection Trekking boots or hiking footwear 2-liter water bottle Backpack
Restrictions
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required for confirmaiton Not recommended for travelers with back problems, heart problems or other serious medical conditions Not recommended for pregnant travelers Travelers should be physically fit, with experience hiking on rocky terrain at high altitudes.
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up from your hotel in the town of Mendoza.
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please provide the following information for each passenger: - Full Name as it appears on your passport - Date of Birth - Passport Number - Country of issue of passport - Passport Expiry Date
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business