Patagonia Ascent

Cerro Fitz Roy

  • Cerro Fitz Roy

The great giant of Patagonia is one of the biggest goals for alpinists from Argentina and around the world. Routes like Franco-Argentina, Supercanaleta, Californiana and Afanasieff are some of the classic options on this peak.

  • Duration: 4 to 5 days
  • Pax: 1 climber
  • Recommended season: November to March
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Included Services

  • UIAGM/IFMGA certified guide
  • VHF communication
  • Expedition meals
  • Tent
  • Cooking gear
  • Group technical equipment
  • GPS
  • VHF and satellite communication
  • Personal technical gear (helmet, snowshoes, harness, crampons, carabiners, ice axes)
Not Included Services
  • Personal rescue insurance
  • Sleeping bag
  • Insulation mat
  • High mountain boots
  • Climbing shoes
  • Backpack
  • Technical clothing
  • Meals outside expedition days
  • Hotel
  • Rescue insurance is not included. Participants must have their own coverage (see Terms & Conditions).
Attention: National Park entry fees are not included in this program. You can purchase your tickets at APN – National Park Website.
PROGRAM

Depending on the time of year, mountain conditions and the climber’s experience, we will choose one of several route options:

  • Southeast Face – Franco-Argentina (ice / mixed rock)
  • Northwest Face – Afanasieff (rock)
  • West Face – Supercanaleta (ice / mixed / rock)

Although each route has its own characteristics, all demand a great physical and technical effort. On average, the ascent takes 4 days.

DAY 1

Approach to base camp, depending on the chosen route: Paso Superior or a bivouac on the west side. We hike through forests and glacier moraines with an elevation gain of approximately 800 m.

  • Duration: approx. 8 hours

DAY 2

Climbing day until reaching a bivouac on the wall along one of the selected routes.

  • Duration: approx. 12 hours

DAY 3

We continue climbing to the summit and then begin the descent by rappelling, usually via the Franco-Argentina route, returning to Paso Superior base camp.

DAY 4

Return to El Chaltén from Paso Superior base camp.

DIFFICULTY

Very difficult technical alpine terrain, which may include rock climbing and ice climbing. Elevation gain of 1000 to 1500 m or more.

  • Climbing experience required:
  • Alpine ascents on multi-pitch routes
  • Rock or ice climbing experience
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Note: You can check our Difficulty Levels, General Information and Terms & Conditions for more details before booking.