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South America Programs
From the spectacular towers of Patagonia to Ecuador’s immense volcanoes, South America’s Andes offer limitless opportunities for both climbing and cultural exchange. AAI offers programs throughout the range, including ascents of Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America.
Ecuador – Cotopaxi Skills Expedition
We do it all on this trip: Learn or refresh mountaineering skills with local expert instructors, climb Cayambe and Cotopaxi, immerse yourself in a rich culture, take rest days in … Read more
Ecuador – Chimborazo Climb
Chimborazo stands out as not only the tallest mountain in Ecuador, but as the the tallest mountain in the world when measured from the center of the earth. This is … Read more
Patagonia Icefield Expedition
The immense ice cap of southern Patagonia remains one of the most beautiful mountain areas in the world. Encompassing vast glaciers, hundreds of peaks, and some of the most spectacular … Read more
Patagonia – Gorra Blanca Expedition
Gorra Blanca (9,514 ft / 2900 m) sits on the border between Argentina and Chile and marks one of the gateways to the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. It is one … Read more
Patagonia Trekking and Climbing – Fitzroy and Cerro Torre Area
The Andes that rise in southern Argentina just east of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field are considered by many well-travelled trekkers and climbers to be the most beautiful mountains in … Read more
Tocllaraju Skills Expedition
Peru’s Cordillera Blanca is one of the most rugged and heavily glaciated ranges in the Andes. Famous for its dry, sun-baked, fluted snow slopes, the range is home to Peru’s … Read more
Peru – Chopicalqui Expedition
Chopicalqui (6,354 m / 20,846 ft) is a stunning peak in the Cordillera Blanca of Peru. It offers a compelling mix of adventure, alpine beauty, and personal achievement. This iconic … Read more
Peru – Huascaran Expedition
Nevado Huascaran is the highest peak in Peru and one of the world’s most imposing summits. It offers a challenging ascent requiring strong intermediate level alpine skills, and an unusual … Read more
Peru – Artesonraju Expedition
Classic, aesthetic, pure: the line up the Southeast Face of Artesonraju (19,768′) quickly becomes a captivating objective for anyone who sets eyes on the mountain. Often compared to Alpamayo because … Read more
Peru – Cuzco Tour: Cuzco, Machu Picchu, and Urubamba
This program is a rewarding exploratory of a verdant mountain region in the highlands of Peru that will provide you with a chance to visit the most beautiful sites of … Read more
Peru – Alpamayo and Kitaraju Expedition
Alpamayo is in many people’s minds the most beautiful mountain in the world, and the goal of this expedition is to climb the peak’s elegant Southwest Face. After a meeting … Read more
La Paz and Cordillera Real Trek
The La Paz and Cordillera Real Trek is only scheduled on a priavate basis. Please contact the AAI Office for further details. Alternatively, we offer our Cotopaxi Skills Expedition and Chimborazo Ascent in Ecuador … Read more
Ecuador – Antisana and Illiniza
This 10-day expedition is an excellent choice for intermediate climbers who want to apply their skills to moderately challenging high altitude routes on peaks that are often admired and, in … Read more
Aconcagua Expedition – Upper Guanacos Traverse
Located near the western edge of Argentina’s famous wine-producing province of Mendoza, Aconcagua rises to a height of almost 23,000 feet – the highest summit outside the Himalaya. The American … Read more
Bolivia – Huayna Potosi Skills Expedition
The Huayna Potosi Skills Expedition is a 10-day climbing program that includes skills instruction and review that is presented at both introductory and more advanced levels. The introductory level includes … Read more
Bolivia – Illimani Expedition
This is a 5-day expedition to climb the highest peak in Bolivia’s Cordillera Real. Team members first make the ascents (and enjoy the benefits of the acclimatization accomplished) in Bolivia – … Read more
Bolivia – Ancohuma and Illampu Expedition
Bolivia’s Cordillera Real has as its northern crown the Sorata Massif, a large group of peaks rising abruptly from the altiplano just east of Lake Titicaca and dropping its eastern … Read more
Ecuador – El Altar Expedition
Contact the AAI Office for further details. Alternatively, we offer our Cotopaxi Skills Expedition and Chimborazo Ascent in Ecuador or our Ice Field Expedition or Gorra Blanca Ascent in Patagonia. An exotic, remote expedition goal, El Altar is … Read more
