Adolfo Calle and Stepanek Hills, Mendoza, Argentina
BEATING HEART
The mountains of Mendoza beckon you with their embrace of silence and wind. Beneath the vast sky, the silvery peaks awaken the call to adventure, the promise of a boundless horizon. The sun caresses the rocks, the river whispers ancient tales, and every step is an encounter with eternity. It's not just a journey; it's the beginning of something unforgettable.
Suri Milestones Collection
INITIATION HIT
Adolfo Calle and Stepanek
- 4.200 / 4.100 mts -
Mendoza, Argentina
4 DAYS FOR SHIPPING
MAXIMUM 6 MOUNTAINEERS
PRICE: $690,000 per person
Accompaniment
professional and approachable
A mountain guide with
real experience at height,
who leads, cares and teaches
at every step.
A beautiful setting
and welcoming
A tourist route, a well-known place, where we will walk it with our own steps, far from the noise of others.
Careful logistics
from beginning to end
Transfers, shelters,
meals and essential equipment:
everything planned so that you
focus on what
you came looking for.
It's not your first step, it's the next one, no matter when you read this.
You will spend four days walking in the middle of the Andes mountain range and under immense skies.
In this journey, the true destination is the encounter with oneself.
It's not just about reaching the top of two mountains, but about listening to the heartbeat of the heights, about learning to move forward with what is essential and letting go of what is unnecessary.
It's a test, a learning experience, a rebirth. Cerro Adolfo Calle and Stepanek mark a milestone on the journey.
But what really remains is everything that changed before I arrived.
Rest beneath an endless sky, where the stars shine with unique clarity and every night is different.
Let yourself be enveloped by the purest silence: no connection, no interruptions, no set hours. Just you, the group, and the immensity of the mountain.
Walk in the heart of the Andes, where you will disconnect from the noise and connect with yourself.
Reach the top of the two hills, without haste, but with determination.
Feel how the altitude shapes your body and spirit, teaching you to sustain each step, even when the effort invites you to slow down.
Treat yourself to a break in a local retreat.
BEATING HEART, a 4-day expedition in the heart of the Andes
Day 1 – How does the journey begin?
In Mendoza, I'll pick you up at the meeting point and end of the hike. It's the YPF gas station across from the bus terminal, and then we'll travel to the mountain refuge at 2,600 meters. Your body will start to feel the change in altitude. It's the perfect time to get into a rhythm, meet the group, and prepare your gear.
Day 2 – What is the first objective?
We set off early for an acclimatization hike to the Andresito (3,100 m) and Arenales (3,400 m) hills, reaching the base of Lomas Amarillas (3,400 m). It's a key day for adapting, testing our pace, and adjusting our equipment. We return to the refuge to rest.
Day 3 – What is the ascent to the Adolfo Calle and Stepanek Hills like?
Today we set off towards our goal: two 4,000-meter peaks. Dawn finds us on the move from the refuge, ascending patiently, feeling each step bring us closer to the unattainable. The summit envelops us in its immensity, offering a breathtaking panorama. The return journey is long, but something has changed; body, mind, and spirit respond with a new strength, born from the mountain. Today we undertake the challenge: to reach a 4,880-meter peak. The cold spurs us on from the refuge as we advance with determination, savoring each step that brings us closer to our objective. At the summit, the vastness unfolds before our eyes, gifting us a view that steals our breath away. Although the return is long, something within us has changed: body, mind, and spirit vibrate with a renewed strength, forged in the mountains.
Day 4 – How does the expedition end?
We had breakfast, organized our gear, and began the return trip to Potrerillos, where we shared a delicious barbecue! After that, we continued our journey to the city of Mendoza. The end of the trip was relaxed, allowing time to calmly disembark and process everything we had experienced.
Stories of those who went through their milestone
Who is leading this expedition?
Ezequiel Di Fabio is a professional mountain guide, a physical education teacher, and the founder of Suri Expeditions.
For more than ten years he has led expeditions through demanding natural environments, accompanying people of all ages to explore hills, valleys and volcanoes safely and thoroughly.
He lives in San Rafael, Mendoza, where he trains daily on mountain trails, practices rock climbing, trail running and skiing during the winter.
His life is in the mountains, and every expedition reflects that experience.
WHICH INCLUDES
● Professional mountain guide throughout the entire trek
● Assistant guide for groups of 4 or more participants
● All meals detailed in the program
● Nights in shelters according to itinerary
● Internal transfers from the meeting point and back to the same
● Management of climbing and registration permits in protected areas
● Personal Accident Insurance
THAT DOES NOT INCLUDE
● Transfers from your city of origin to the meeting point (round trip)
● Accommodation before or after the expedition outside the itinerary
● Assistant guide if there are 3 or 2 members (optional)
● Alcoholic beverages or personal extras in shelters or hotels
● Sleeping bag and individual technical equipment
● Expenses arising from early withdrawal from the program and/or evacuation
Latent Heart | Adolfo Calle and Stepanek Hills | Mendoza
$690,000 per person
Winter workshop: July: 9th to 11th / August: 15th to 17th
October: 21st to 24th
✓ Better acclimatization by making the ascent on day 3 ✓ Accommodation in a mountain refuge ✓ Small group and close accompaniment throughout the trip ✓ Complete ascent of both peaks over 4,000 m
This expedition requires advance planning
Due to logistical reasons, altitude, and environmental concerns, we work with small groups and limited dates. If you're interested, please contact us to see if it's the right time and if there's still availability.
Do I need prior mountain or high-altitude experience to join this expedition?
For the Initiation Milestones, we recommend having a desire to immerse yourself in the magical world of mountaineering and some training.
What is the level of physical exertion and what preparation do you recommend?
The level of difficulty is moderate; although we don't use our hands to climb, it is still challenging. You don't need to be in top shape, but we recommend exercising regularly 3 or 4 times a week. If you'd like to start this type of activity, contact us and we'll create a plan together. We also recommend a prior check-up with a doctor.
What type of accommodation is included during the expedition days?
The accommodations included are detailed in the "What's Included" section. In this case, all nights will be spent in mountain refuges in Vallecitos.
What personal equipment should I bring, and what if I don't have everything?
The requested equipment will be provided in advance on a form so you can review it in advance. If we don't have the requested equipment, it can be rented. We recommend against purchasing without our guidance.
What are the payment methods?
1.- Single bank transfer - 10% off on the total value.
2. Installments: Your place is reserved with 40% of the total trip cost. This locks in the price, and the remaining balance can be paid in fixed installments in pesos, with transfers due between the 1st and 10th of each month. The trip must be paid in full before it begins.
3.- The reference value will be the blue dollar selling price of the day at the time of making the reservation.
