South America Adventure Travel
North Patagonia Rock Climbing
This is a 10-day rock-climbing trip that visits some of the best spots in the Northern Patagonia area. During this time we'll be sport climbing in Valle Encantado, and enjoying traditional multi-pitch routes at Cerro Catedral, also known as Frey. Climbing around Bariloche is a unique experience that rock fans will never forget.
North Patagonia Rock Climbing Trip Details
- Skill level: Beginner to advanced. Different climbing styles from sport to multi-pitch trad.
- Location: Cerro Catedral (Frey) and Valle Encantado, Bariloche, Argentina.
- Length: 10 days
- Climber/guide ratio: 3:1
- Capacity: 10
- Prerequisites: None. Outdoor sports experience recommended.
- Cost: $2,900
- Departure Dates: 12/5/08, 1/5/09
Included
- Mountain Guides
- 2 nights Hotel accommodations in Bariloche
- All meals while in the crags
- Restaurant meals in town
- Camping and cooking gear for the group
- Technical gear for the group
- Horses/porters for group gear
- Private ground transportation throughout the trip
- Climbing gear/climbing shoes
Not included
North Patagonia Rock Climbing Trip Itinerary
| Day 1 |
Bariloche We'll be waiting for you at the airport, and then we'll drive to our hotel in Bariloche, a beautiful city on the lake. After an introductory meeting we'll go out for a welcome dinner.
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| Day 2 |
Bariloche- Valle Encantado
This day we'll start driving towards Neuquen province, where Valle Encantado is located. After setting our camp, we'll start our first climbing session. While the main goal is to have fun, we'll be also focused on improving your skills and climbing techniques.
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| Day 3 |
Valle Encantado
Superb sport climbing! We'll visit the best crags in the area, enjoying great routes of every level.
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| Day 4 |
Bariloche
We'll say goodbye to Valle's volcanic rock and drive to town to enjoy a rest day and a pleasant night at our hotel.
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| Days 5 - 8 |
Frey
In the morning, we'll drive to Cerro Catedral's foothills, and then we'll start a 4-5 hour hike to Refugio Frey. In this rock paradise by the lake, we'll split in groups according to individual climbing skills and objectives. Here we'll be able to climb single and multi-pitch routes ranging from bolted faces to long cracks, always surrounded by this amazing Patagonian landscape.
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| Day 9 |
Frey - Bariloche
After a late breakfast we'll start descending to Catedral's Village and then to our hotel in Bariloche.
This night we'll visit the local brewery for a farewell dinner.
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| Day 10 |
Bariloche - Airport
We'll drive you to the airport, for your flight home.
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