Mt. Aconcagua Expedition
Pre Departure Guide
Trip resources
The MountainVision Trip Resource Page is a list of valuable resources for your upcoming trip...weather forecasts, gear, health links, travel insurance, world clocks, etc..
Flights
You are welcome to work with your own travel specialist, however we at MountainVision highly recommend Dana Welch at The Travel Society. Dana has many years of expedition travel experience. She can be reached at 303.563.6225 or dana@travelsociety.com
Traveler’s Insurance
We highly recommend everyone purchase travelers insurance before leaving the country. There are many companies that provide the proper insurance and approximate cost will be $100-$350. Our team travel agent, Dana Welch, will assist you with this. Several for you to consider are www.travelguard.com, www.sevencorners.com and www.ihi.com.
Note: If you plan on obtaining trip insurance for your MountainVision Expedition, you will have to obtain your coverage within 2 weeks of making your initial trip deposit only if you expect to be covered for any PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS. Otherwise, you are able to obtain the insurance up to one month prior to departure.
Health Issues
Generally, Argentina does not pose a large number of health risk factors....However, we recommend you consult your doctor, travel clinic or Jeff 303.880.8707 for professional advice concerning inoculations and precautions you should consider.
Great care is taken to insure the food is prepared safely and in a healthy manner. If concerned, avoid salads, ice cubes in drinks, and eat only fruits with skins, which have been peeled. Ethnic foods are naturally tempting and should not be completely disregarded. Pay attention to the preparation if possible and enjoy the opportunity to be adventurous in trying the array of unique foods offered in Argentina.
It is prudent to rely basically on bottled water or drinks although the water in many towns and cities is purified and safe to drink. A sealed bottle will ensure the bottle has not been refilled. Don't swallow water while showering and remember to use bottled water for brushing your teeth. You will discover bottled water is readily available.
All water on the climb will be filtered, boiled or treated.
Pre-Climb Training
We are happy to give advice on training prior to the climb. In addition we will be holding one to two optional training days in the Colorado Rockies. Each day, held over different weekends, will allow team members to get to know each other as well as test new equipment and talk through the climb with your trip leader.
We recommend all MVX clients join us for our 14er Fitness program here in the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains. A great way to prepare for your upcoming adventure.
Also, please print out and follow our Pre Trip Training and Conditioning Guideline.
Passport and Entry Requirements
A valid passport is required and can be obtained from governmental agencies or a consulate in your own country. For U.S. citizens a passport expiring no less than six months after your return to the U.S. is required. A visa for entry to Argentina is not required.
Currency Credit Cards & Traveler's Checks
We recommend that you take US cash in small bills as well as credit cards. You can change US$ fairly easily in Mendoza (local currency is the peso). Many places will also accept US$. The staff will accept US$ for tips.
There are ATM’s in Mendoza. Some larger stores will take credit cards, but not all. Do not assume that you will be able to buy everything with plastic.
You can change travelers checks in banks but this is generally very time consuming.
Payment Schedule
A $500 deposit will secure your place on the team. Deposit due 4 months prior to departure date. Balance will be due 6 weeks prior to departure. If paying by check, please follow instructions on the MounainVision Expeditions Application Package. For payment with credit card please follow instructions on Aconcagua Fee page.
Please email info@mountain-vision.com with any questions regarding payment.
Any Questions?
MountainVision Expeditions
Office- 303.880.8707
Contact us at info@mountain-vision.com to learn more about our Aconcagua Expedition.
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