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San Antonio (2.550 msnm) Vallecitos
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Reception at the base. Presentation of the guide and brief talk about security and mountain basics. Departure to the northeast going up the valley of the Blanco river, connecting with a crystal clear stream until arriving at the Quebrada del Estudiante (2,900 m). Ascent through the gully to Lomas Blancas - Arenales (3,300 m), then, following the mountain ridge to summit (3,500 m) where we can enjoy an excellent view of the Cordon del Plata, the Potrerillos valley and the foothills. Lunch at the summit and descent to the base. |
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San Antonio (2.550 msnm), Vallecitos.
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Reception at San Antonio refuge and check in. Guide’s introduction and talk on security and mountain basics. We depart towards northeast and pass through picturesque shelters and the old funicular. Then, we ascend through a glacial moraine until reaching Las Veguitas valley. Rest and lunch while we appreciate an impressive view of the main peaks of the Cordon del Plata. Back to base. Dinner and overnight stay at the refuge. |
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San Antonio (2.550 msnm), Vallecitos
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Reception at San Antonio refuge and check in. Guide’s introduction and talk on security and mountain basics. We depart towards northeast and pass through picturesque shelters and the old funicular. Then, we ascend through a glacial moraine until reaching Las Veguitas valley. Rest and lunch while we appreciate an impressive view of the main peaks of the Cordon del Plata. Back to base. Dinner and overnight stay at the refuge. |
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San Antonio (2.550 msnm), Vallecitos.
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Reception at the base and snack. Presentation of the guide, brief talk on security and mountain basics. Departure toward the northeast via a path that ascend among picturesque refuges and the old railroad tracks. Then ascent via a glacier moraine to the valley of Las Veguitas. Rest and lunch while we appreciate and impressive view of the main peaks of the Cordon del Plata range. Return via a path over the banks of the Blanco river to arrival at the San Antonio gap, where we will rappel down from 30 m. |
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