Tupungato

Height: 6,570 m
Countries:
Argentina flagArgentinaChile flagChile
Tupungato, standing proudly in the Andes, invites climbers on an exhilarating ascent through challenging ice faces and rugged ridges, promising an extraordinary adventure amidst the pristine landscapes of the Argentinean high-altitude wilderness. What makes this climb truly captivating is the opportunity to summit a majestic peak, immersing oneself in the untouched beauty and solitude of the region while experiencing the unique blend of technical challenge and the sheer awe of conquering uncharted heights, creating an unforgettable journey for those seeking both the thrill of high-altitude exploration and the serenity of South American mountain landscapes.
Prepare for an adventure climbing Tupungato. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • F: Easy (alpine grade 1)

When to go

  • December to March

These are pictures taken while climbing Tupungato. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Tupungato, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Tupungato. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Tupungato. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.
What you can see from the summit of Tupungato. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.

Tupungato Links

useful websites, Groups and communities

Groups / links with more info on the Tupungato route.

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