Ac – Plaza Francia
Written By: sean on January 6, 2010
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South Face of Ac
After breakfast the group will head to Plaza Francia (4200m) to see the south side of Aconcagua (the name Aconcagua means ‘the stone sentinel’ in the Inca language). Spending time at a higher altitude will help them acclimatise as their bodies get used to the thinning air. They will return for another night at Confluencia and then head to Plaza de Mulas tomorrow…
Check out the weather forecasts by clicking on the ‘Aconcagua Snow Forecast’ link on the right hand side, under ‘Websites we recommend’.
Horcones glacier - on way to south side
Plaza Francia
Avalanche on the South Face (2009 expedition)
Avalanche on the South Face (2009 expedition)
Avalanche (2009)
Wow …. what breathtaking views …. :o)
Hi Jim and Richard,
We are thinking of you both and have no doubt you guys will be successful. Your determination and your will not to fail will keep you going. Have an awsome time and take it all in.
Most importantly be safe and take good care of each other.
Best wishes
Colin, Shirley and boys
Watching you progress from afar! Love the updates and full of excitement for all of you, especially the Southey’s!