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International Programs Peru: Ishinca Valley Expedition
Located in the Northern Andes, the Cordillera Blanca of Peru is one the world's foremost mountaineering arenas. The breathtaking pyramids of snow and ice that make up 'The Blanca,' as it's respectfully referred to, soar up to 22,200' and contain more than 30 peaks over 18,000' tall. Due to the fact that these grandiose mountains are so easy to access, our expeditions to this region enjoy more time climbing in the alpine zone and learning mountaineering skills and less time on the approach to base camp. We will aim to climb Urus (~17,900'), ...2/20/2012 3:26 am Read More  |
| Argentina: Aconcagua, Polish Traverse:
Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere at 6,962 m (22,841 ft). It is located in the Southern Andes just outside the city of Mendoza. The Grand Traverse of the North-East face of Aconcagua, sometimes named `False Polish’, represents the most aesthetic side to attempt the summit from. It is much farther from the beaten path and follows a gradual progression. We follow the Vacas valley to reach the Plaza Argentina base camp (Eastern side of the mountain). From here we will climb the entire non-technical north face, connecting with the regular route ...2/22/2012 8:17 am Read More |
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