An adventure at worlds’ end. In one of the coldest, most remote and at the same time most impressive regions, only few have ever ventured to.
Mount Vinson, with its 4892m, is considered the highest peak of its continent, the Antarctica. But its difficulty is not credited to its altitude, but to the extreme conditions that reign at this peak of the Seven Summits. Its location in the arctic ice of the Sentinel range lies only 1200 km from the most southern point of our earth. Also the mountaineering history of this Summit shows its resistance to be conquered: After its first ascent in 1966, lots of expeditions failed due to its remote location and the rough environment, which made the Mt. Vinson a difficult challenge for mountaineers.
Even today, with our modern and improved equipment and support from our experienced UIAGM mountain guides, Mt. Vinson remains what it always was – a challenge for man and equipment alike. Temperatures under -30°C, heavy storms and peculiarities of the standard route called “Branscomb Shoulder”, like ice climbing, steep snow faces with up to 45° inclinations and an exposed high plateau demand knowledge, fitness and mental strength from those who dare to climb this mountain.
But those who prevail will get rewarded with the pride and knowledge to be amongst the few mountaineers who conquered this special summit. But also the incomparable scenery with its wide glaciers, ice-covered peaks and snow as far as the eye can see will leave a long lasting impression and memory of this remote but incredibly important region of our planet.
Highlights:
- Highest peak of the Antarctica
- Spectacular scenery and landscape
- 12 days on arctic ice
- Support from exclusive UIAGM mountain guides
Itinerary
Inclusion
- All organisation for the expedition
- All transfers according to the program
- Flight from Punta Arenas (Chile) to/from the Antarctica with 25 kg free baggage allowance
- Flight to/from Union Glacier to Vinson Base Camp
- Experienced IFMGA/AMGA lead guide
- Safety- and process-organization-meeting before departing from Punta Arenas
- Tent-housing in the Antarctica
- All meals in the Antarctica
- Camp- and group-equipment
- Joint dinner to celebrate the successful climb and ascent-certificate
- Safety and liability of an EU based tour operator
Exclusions
- International flight to/from Punta Arenas (LAN recommended, we will gladly make you an offer)
- Personal insurance
- Personal equipment and clothing (we gladly help to organize adequate polar-clothing, shoes, sleeping bags, etc. under special rates from our sponsoring partners )
- Accommodation and meals in Punta Arenas
- Any possible additional flights within the Antarctica
- Costs for excess baggage
- Fees for satellite phone
- Tips
- All personal expenses
- All costs of services that may arise due to unforeseeable occurrences beyond our control. E.g. natural disasters, flight cancellation, strike, increase of fees, hotel rates or costs of transport, etc.
- All not specifically mentioned included services
