About this experience
This tour takes you to visit two iconic tourist sites of San Juan. Laguna Blanca at 3100 mnm and the Turquoise Creek 3960 mnm both places are in the vicinity of the Mercedario 6720 mnm, is located in the Ramada mountain range, a cordon composed of 4 summits that exceed six thousand meters and of which the Mercedario is the major summit. It is the eighth highest hill in America , being very little visited has little environmental impact, this allows sightings of guanacos, hares, condors, lizards and many other mountain range species, with much greater ease.
At the foot of the Glacier of the Horse is our destination the Creek located at 4000 meters striking for the color of its waters that are colored by the minerals of the mountain.
An unbeatable place to enjoy the mountain.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Full board breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner. - Does not include alcoholic beverages.
- Satellite Communication - Spot X.
- Personal Accident Insurance.
- Mountain Tent Services.
- Pre-departure advice.
- transfer by 4x4 vehicle to Barreal - Laguna blanca 70km. (round trip)
- Professional Mountain Guide.
Not included
- expenses incurred by abandonment of voluntary departure or rescue.
- Common loads, personal equipment, March snacks, Tips.
Itinerary and highlights
The C ° Mercedario 6720msnm, is located in the Ramada mountain range, a cord made up of 4 hills that exceed six thousand meters and of which the Mercedario is the highest peak. It is the tenth highest hill in America, preceded only by Aconcagua, Ojos del Salado, Pissis, among others, being very little visited, it has little environmental impact, this allows sightings of guanacos, hares, condors and many other mountain species, with a lot of greater ease.
At the foot of the Caballito Glacier is our destination, the Arroyo located at 4000 meters above sea level, striking for the color of its waters that are colored by the minerals of the mountain. An unbeatable place to enjoy the mountains.
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Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- San Juan Trekking
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Pickup included
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