Ascent to Champaqui, Córdoba

Proposal

Calamuchita Valley and the great Champaqui

One of the most classic ascents into a surprising mountain setting of Argentina. The roof of Córdoba, Cerro Champaqui of 2790 meters, is a magical work of nature within the so-called Sierras Grandes. On one side Calamuchita Valley, the other, the Traslasierras. An invitation to the great adventure for trekking lovers.

Itinerary (trekking):

What we present here is the planned route for the crossing, but the exact route, the duration of each stage of travel and choice of alternative routes are subject to various factors such as weather conditions and group assessment by the guides.

Day 1: Meeting in Villa General Belgrano, from there we`ll go to Villa Alpina a small mountain village, located about 1,300 masl. Here we`ll prepare and arrange the bags and start the trekking gradually, bound for the area shelters, located at 2200 masl

The trail, gets deep into the Sierras Grandes and this stretch lasts approximately 6 hours to reach the camp area and shelters, along the Rio Tabaquillo. We`ll rest, have some snack and later assembly of camp. Dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Early breakfast. We have a day of ascent to summit, toward the roof of the province of Córdoba. A steep climb with great views.If time and conditions permit us, we will arrive to summit around noon. Time to lunch and enjoy the great moment. Later we began the descent back to the camp. Relax. Snack. Farewell dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Breakfast. Descent to Villa Alpina, after disarming the camp. We finally arrived at the place where the vehicle will be waiting to move to Villa Gral Belgrano. End of program.

Note: The bus services to Buenos Aires depart to the evening and arrive early the next day.

Included Services

Local transfers to and from Villa Gral Belgrano.

Qualified Mountain Guides

Full board in the mountain

Two nights overnight in mountain shelters.

Horse Porter for gear to walk lighter.

Previous advice and personalized meetings with photos

Permanent assistance.

Services NOT included

Bus BUE-V.Gral Belgarno-BUE

Guides and assitants Tips

Personal Gear

Photo and Video Gallery

Caminando en las altas cumbres

una postal

La silla en la cumbre

Grupo de ascenso

Comenzando el trekk

caminos rocosos

Vistas increibles

Mas alto que las nubes

Laguna de la cumbre

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el descenso

Con la laguna

Trekking

In all our expeditions we offer the service of meals IN FULL BOARD PLAN.
Marching lunches (cold meals): Milanesa (meet) and tomato sandwiches, cold cuts, snacks, salads, etc.
Dinners: Vegetable-bacon-red chorizo ??stews, Chicken and vegetable casseroles, Pasta with various sauces or stew, Chicken with rice in the saucepan.
Breakfasts and snacks: Tea, Coffee, Cappuccino, Mate Cooked, Mate, Milk powder; bread, cookies, jam, honey, dulce de leche; cereals, fruit.
It is necessary to complete the personal / medical file to clarify if someone does not eat any type of food.

Where do you sleep


IN A MOUNTAIN SHELTERS WITH ROOMS TO SHARE AND MARINE BEDS

Faq

Is this trekking for beginners?

Yes. Although you should know that you have to carry your own backpack with your equipment.

How much do we walk per day?

We walk approximately 6 to 8 hours a day. The second day we go lightly to the summit and then we descend to the camp.

How do I travel?

The meeting is at the Villa General Belgrano bus terminal. If it is from Buenos Aires, the best way is to have the bus service that leaves from Retiro. From VGB we include a transfer to Villa Alpina, the beginning of the walking tour.

Where do we sleep?

In a mountain refuge, rooms to share, with bunk beds. You have to bring a sleeping bag (it is possible to rent with us).

What to bring equipment?

Note that there is a section where you can check what to wear. Trekking-expedition backpack between 60 and 70 liters, trekking shoes, sleeping bag and third layer parka jacket are the main ones, among other things.

What do we eat?

In all our expeditions we offer the service of meals IN FULL BOARD PLAN.

Difficulty graduation

Mochila: Peso / Duración de la Jornada.

Exigencia Física

Técnico: Dificultad en el Terreno / Equipo.

Fortaleza Psicológica

Exposición a la Altura

Backpack (M)

This point has to do with the weight that we must carry in our backpacks. Trekkings or crossings where we have pack animals allow us to bear less weight on our backs. And the multi-day journeys in Patagonia (without the option of having pack mules) generally make us carry more weight, especially in the early days.

20% Up to 5 Kilos: Short excursion walks / Trekking Talampaya

40% Up to 8/10 Kilos: Round-trip trekking / Vallecitos 3 and 4-day programs

60% Up to 12/15 kilos: Crossing trekking with porting / Crossing of the Andes Paso Portillo

80% More than 15/18 kilos: Cross-country trekkings with little or no portage / Trekkings in Patagonia (Paso Vuriloche, PN Lanin or Nahuel Huapi, etc)

100% More than 25 Kilos: With a lot of equipment on top and little or no porting / Continental Ice

Fitness (F)

We consider physical demands to the wear that we can suffer both aerobic (climbs = possible shortness of breath) and muscle (resistance = many hours walking) and of legs and joints (descents = knees / ankles).

20% half a day or less with little unevenness.

40% more sustained slopes and longer days in the activity. 2-3 days / more than 6 hours per day.

60% Long ascents and descents with a longer duration. Ascents to more than 4000 meters in the central mountain range / intense 4-day trekking (Uruguayan plane)

80% Important work of legs in resistance. Very long days. Very long day ascents (Lanin - Domuyo) or more than 5000 meters. Ice courses.

100% Maximum demand. Aerobic work and constant effort on legs. Continental Ice, Aconcagua, mountains of more than 6000 meters.

Technical (T)

The technical difficulty is mainly based on the terrain. How much can it cost us to climb a slope, if it is very steep or if we have to use our hands in some section (simple climbing), both in rock and snow-ice, or materials such as crampons and pegs in other ascents.

20% flat land

40% trails with moderate ups and downs. General crossing trekkings . Sierra de la Ventana, Córdoba, Patagonia, Cuyo, north, others. Classic ascents

60% Steeper slopes and trails. Possible use of crampons. Domuyo, Cordón del Plata, Cordillera Central.

80% Mixed terrain, with snow or ice. Alvear, Lanin, Tronador. Bolivia, Peru.

100% Highly technical terrain. Glacial transit and climbing in sections. Hill climbing with sections on slopes of more than 60 ° inclination

Psycho (P)

We maintain that this point, the psychological factor, represents a relevant factor. Each one needs a factor of conviction, confidence, self-control and will power to achieve a goal. And depending on the attitude with which we face distances, slopes, terrain and many other objective factors, we can achieve performance with very different results.

20% We will not be much affected.

40% This is a normal level of attention.

60% We require more motivation, enthusiasm and concentration.

80% The activity will require us to be very connected and convinced.

100% Maximum control and emotional-psychological performance.

Adventures (A)

It is the factor that, the height above sea level, influences us depending on the activity we carry out. Managing and overcoming symptoms caused by altitude is the key to this point

0% + sea level.

20% Up to 2000 masl.

40% + 2000 masl.

60% + 4000 masl.

80% + 5000 masl.

100% + 6000 masl.

Required equipment

GENERAL GEAR

Special trekking backpack(60 to 80 liters).
Warm sleeping bag (–5 degrees of comfort).
Insulating mat (10 to 15mm).
Trekking poles.

CLOTHES

socks, (two thick, ski or synthetic).
1 pair of trekking shoes-boots (in conditions).
1 second light replacement shoe.
long trekking pants (NO JEAN).
1 long warm trousers.
changes of underwear.
2 T-shirts and / or shirts (one long sleeve).
1 coat (fleece diver).
1 waterproof jacket.
1 sun hat-cap (with lapels) and another one for a coat.
1 scarf to cover the neck from the sun.
Warm gloves and a scarf or fleece collar.
Warm hat.

PERSONAL ELEMENTS

Passport, ID, DNI.
Medical insurance.
Medical and personal file completed, authorization.

VARIOUS

Headlamp with batteries.
Sun glasses.
Sunscreen, Lip balm.
Toilet paper. Handkerchiefs Baby wipes.

KITCHEN

Water containers for at least 2 liters (can be plastic bottle).
Cutlery.
Plate or tupper. (not glass or aluminum).
Plastic or metal jar (not glass, not aluminum).
OPTIONAL, not mandatory (check space and weight:
Warm jacket.
SILVER TAPE tape, for blisters and repairs.
Mate, bombilla and yerba.
Steel thermos.
Largavista, monocle. Photographic or video equipment.
Book, notebook, travel diary, pencil, pen.
Games; playing cards, dice, etc.
Penknife (eg Victorinox).
Whistle and lighter.
Sturdy plastic bags for storing clothes.