Patagonia Ascent

Aguja Guillaumet

  • Aguja Guillaumet

A satellite peak of Fitz Roy is one of the best objectives to try for the first time in the area. There are different lines depending on the time of the year, weather conditions and the preferences of the climber.

The west face consists of golden granite rock worth touching. The Comesaña/Fonrouge route involves 400 meters between 5.10 to 5.11 and a final snow field of 30 degrees to the summit.

On the other hand, the east side presents more snow and ice conditions. The Amy Couloir is a classic one and the easiest way to climb this peak, 200 meters of 65 degrees. It joins the Fonrouge 150 meters below the summit.

  • Recommended season: October to March
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Pax: 1 to 2 per group
Customize your trip! Check availability and required timeframes for this objective.

Included Services

  • IFMGA mountain guid
  • Expedition meals
  • Tent
  • Technical equipment
  • Communication: VHF and InReach
  • Personal technical gear (helmet, snowshoes, harness, crampons, carabiners, ice axes)
Not Included Services
  • Personal equipment
  • 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

DAY 1

Approach to base camp Piedra Negra. From El Chaltén we take a shuttle to Río Eléctrico. From there we hike for two hours on an easy path to reach Piedra del Fraile fixed camp. After Piedra del Fraile we follow a steep trail to Piedra Negra where we set up our tent.

  • Elevation gain: 900 m
  • Duration: approx. 5 hours

DAY 2

Climbing day. We leave Piedra Negra early in the morning to attempt the peak. Before starting the climb, we approach for two more hours walking on unstable moraines and snow.

After the ascent, we return the same way back to the tent at Piedra Negra.

  • Duration: approx. 12 hours

DAY 3

Piedra Negra to El Chaltén. We hike back the same way to the trailhead.

DIFFICULTY

Difficult alpine terrain, which may include steep scree slopes, use of short rope technique, rock climbing, ice climbing, moraines, glaciers and snow. Elevation gain of 1,000 m or more.

  • Climbing experience required:
  • Alpine ascents on multi-pitch routes
  • Rock or ice climbing experience
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