3x4000:
C° Adolfo Calle + C° Stepanek + C° San Bernardo

Mid-mountain challenge over 4000mts

Cordón del Plata, Cradle of Mountaineers

Vallecitos is the ideal area to begin or gain more experience in mid-and high-altitude mountaineering. Among the many possibilities are the ascents of Cerro Adolfo Calle, Stepanek, and San Bernardo, all excellent challenges with beautiful views that can be completed in a single day. These are three of the most popular four-thousand-meter peaks in the Cordón del Plata.
From their summits, you'll have a breathtaking panoramic view of Cerro Rincón, Cerro Vallecitos, Cerro Plata, Cerro Franke, Cerro Lomas Amarillas, and the Precordillera.

Details Details
Next Date: May 22 to 24.
Meeting: YPF ACA (in front of the Bus Station), Mendoza, Day 1 - 9am.
End: YPF ACA (in front of the Bus Station), Mendoza, Day 4 - 8pm.
Please consider purchasing your return ticket from Mendoza with some extra time in case of delays along the route.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Distance / Elevation: 20kms / 2000mts accumulated.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Physical preparation and willpower | No previous mountain experience is required.
Min group | Ratio: 3 people / 1 Guide|7 PAX.
Personal Required Gear: It is delivered at the time of booking.
Addressed to:
  • People in excellent physical condition.
  • Those who understand the mountain environment, are willing to participate and adapt, and wish to share the experience in a group.
  • Involves walking on scree, snow, or ice. The use of crampons and descents via mountain scree are possible.
  • You can choose to book this experience for yourself if you do not wish to participate in a group.

After the transfer we will begin our trekking to the camping area.
We will arrange the tents and our personal equipment in them and we will have the rest of the afternoon to rest and prepare for the next day. Approximately 3 hours of activity.

Before dawn, we will leave from the Veguitas Superior Camp towards the summit of C° Adolfo Calle and Stepanek, this day we will have an impressive panoramic view of the Rincón Mt. (5300mts), Vallecitos (5545mts), and Plata (5960mts).
Return to the basecamp where a nice dinner and a good sleep will help us to recover energy for the next day.

This day is designated for necessary rest between activities. If the schedule is reorganized due to weather conditions, this is still part of the plan and no other activities will be considered.

Very early, after breakfast, we will set out to attempt the third and final summit. From base camp, after crossing the river, we will begin the ascent of Cerro San Bernardo. This mountain is characterized by its sea slabs and loose rocks. We will proceed carefully until we reach the summit. Today we have an impressive panoramic view of the hills in the Quebrada de las Morrenas Coloradas and its debris glacier.
Return to the hut. Transfer to Mendoza city. End of services.
Approximate end time of activity: 8pm.

  • Entry registration for the mountain area.
  • Professional guide with Mendoza certification / Assistant, as appropriate.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Box Lunch, Snack. From lunch on day 1 to breakfast on the last day.
  • Round-trip transfer in a private vehicle from Mendoza.
  • Overnight in high mountain tents or mountain hut if it is available.
  • Group cooking gear, heaters, pots, and cooking utensils.
  • Insurance: Personal Accident - Civil Liability.
  • Satellite Communications
  • First Aid Kit, VHF Communications.
  • Specialized personalized assistance prior to the trip.
  • Advice on gear rental or purchase.
  • Small groups.

  • Breakfast 'Day 1'.
  • Personal gear.
  • Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
  • Drinks.
  • Porter the last day to return to the start point for camping gear, food, and fuel.
  • Transport to the meeting point.
  • Other extras not specified in the program.
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
  • Rescue and evacuation expenses.

  • High-quality photography without a watermark.
  • Drone Photography / Video.
  • Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.

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"A very nice experience! The guide was very attentive and fulfilled everything agreed upon...", Fernando M., 3x4000 - Mountaineering Challenge.



"A tremendous shared experience! Everything was spectacular. Silvina, thank you for your attention and guidance.", Mauro M., Ascenso C° San Bernardo (4185mts).





"Personalized service. Excellent attention. Especially regarding safety. And always being with the group. Attention to every detail. Highly recommended. +4000m x 3 traverse.", Alberto L., 3x4000 - Mountaineering Challenge.