Aconcagua Normal Route
Argentina · South America · Technical trek · score 78/100
At a glance
| Countries | Argentina |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Region | Mendoza |
| Type | Technical trek |
| Length | 70 km |
| Typical duration | 16-20 days |
| Difficulty | 5/5 (Very hard) |
| Max altitude | 6961 m |
| Best season | Nov-Mar |
| Start | Horcones (Puente del Inca) |
| End | Summit, return to Horcones |
| Permit / guide | climbing permit required (park fee, tiered) |
| Special gear | full high-altitude expedition gear; crampons/ice axe sometimes needed |
Score
78/100
Highest mountain outside Asia; technically easy by normal route but extreme altitude
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
30-40% summit success; ~3 deaths/year
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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