
Cerro Aconcagua, the jagged, humpbacked peak is the tallest mountain in the Western and Southern hemispheres – or anywhere else outside of Asia. Yet, if you follow the popular Normal Route on the north west side, you can potentially make the long slog to the top without using crampons or ropes at all.
With plenty of acclimatization built in, this 18-day itinerary achieves the perfect balance for both acclimatization time and summit success. The trip is ideal for climbers who have already done a few high-altitude trips and want to take their adventurous selves to the highest trekking peak in the world.