Guided ascent to Cerro Electrico in one day

Guided ascent to Cerro Electrico in one day 2

Ascend the Cerro Electrico (2257 m) in a full day program suitable for well trained mountaineers. Your guide is local IFGMA-certified Manuel.

Andes

1 Day

Jan - Mar, Dec

High

Beginner

Description

Let's climb the Cerro Electrico (2257 m) and enjoy the most incredible views of the entire Fitz Roy Massif.

The name of this mountain has many different stories. One of them involves a Salesian exploring monk, Father D'Agostini, who said that Cerro Electrico (Electric Mount) would be a good name since the wind passing through the valley created a special sound, resembling a lightning.

Another story explains that the name is due to its two peaks. One of them is black and the other, red. So both look like the positive (+) and the negative (-) of electricity.

Regardless the meaning of its name, Cerro Electrico is a great summit to climb. Although it will be a physically demanding day I can guarantee you'll really enjoy it. We'll have to cross the glacier through 40-degree slopes. That is why it is essential to have an excellent fitness level and feel comfortable with the use of crampons.

The best season to do this climbing trip is during the Patagonian summer (from December to March). However it's also possible to ascend Cerro Electrico all year round. I also offer a winter program there during which I lead my guests to the Cerro Electrico's summit and then we descend it with skis.

So don't wait any longer and contact me to make the reservation for your group. Come and enjoy one of the best spots in El Chaltén!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

About the guide

Manuel

5.0

(2)

Mountain Guide

UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide from Argentina

Based in El Chaltén, south Patagonia, since 2000. I was the first guide to complete the AAGM (Argentine Mountain Guides Association) complete training platform.

I did the first Argentinean guided ascent of Mt. Fitz Roy via Supercolouir route (la Supercanaleta). I have guided Aguja Guillaumet more than 25 times. I also guided Aconcagua, Alpamayo (Peru), Matterhorn (Switzerland), Mont Blanc, Dent du Geant (France), The Rockies & The Bugaboos (Canada), Torres del Paine (Chile), among others.

I am also member of El Chaltén Search and Rescue team. I have several WFR certificates with different schools such as NOLS & Fundacion Ecomed.

I speak Spanish, English and French fluently

My biggest passion is Alpine Rock climbing & Ski Mountaineering. Get in touch with me if you are interested in discovering the unique spots in the Fitz Roy massif, and other gems around El Chaltén! I work together with a group of guides, so if I'm not available when requested, one of my colleagues will guide you.

Languages

French | English

Certificates

AAGM | UIAGM | IFMGA

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What people are saying about this trip

Erik

Our Guide Juan did an excellent job . He was courteous, informative and a pleasure to spend the day with . He’s an experienced climber and knows his way around the mountains . I would definitely contact Juan again for any future adventures . Well worth every penny !