Good Earth Expedition is the leading company for expeditions and trekking services on Mt Aconcagua, with an enviable reputation for summit success and an unrivalled client safety record.
On our expeditions you’ll find the most valuable, certified and professional guides, experts in local knowledge and with the best logistics infrastructure and an unwavering approach to treating all of our guests as special. Our team all shares a passion for the mountains and a deter- mination to share this passion with others. We are committed to deliver outstanding mountain experiences and to help each individual achieve their personal goals. Join us in the mountain and start living a lifetime experience with the Aconcagua Specialists.
Our expedition begins in Mendoza, Argentina. On your arrival to the international airport in Mendoza, an Goodearth Expeditions representative will be waiting for you. After receiving you, he will drive you to your Hotel and after you rest, a group meeting will follow and you will be introduced to your guides and team members.
Accommodation: Hotel double or triple room / Transportation: Airport – Hotel in Mendoza.
After breakfast we will go to get the entrance fee at the Aconcagua Park Office. Then after organizing your luggage, we will be transported with the guides to Goodearth’s office to meet the staff and finalize arrangements; pay the remaining balance, get the required vouchers. From the office, we will be driven along a picturesque road to the mountain. After 3 hours of travel, we arrive to Puente de Inca, where we will spend one night. In the afternoon, we prepare the equipment for transportation to the base camp by mules. This day is concluded with dinner and rest.
Transportation: Mendoza – Puente de Inca/ Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Next day, we drive you to Horcones, Aconcagua Park Entrance, where we get our first view of the mountain. After permits are checked at the Ranger station we then head off to Confluencia, at 3390 m and once there, you will organize your personal gear, drink some tea and enjoy dinner.
Transportation: Puente de Inca – Horcones
Accommodation: Double Tents/Dormi- tory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
We’ve included this day in order for you to acclimatize better and increase your chances to summit. We’ll trek for about 5 hours until we arrive to Plaza Francia Viewpoint where we can enjoy the impressive Aconcagua South Wall. This is one of the nicest points of the expedition and you will have a breathtaking first view of Aconcagua that you will never forget.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
We will begin our second approaching day trekking into Plaza de Mulas, the base camp for our expedition. Early in the morning we start our walk across "Playa Ancha" (meaning wide beach) it’s a deserted and always windy valley. We slowly gain altitude walking up to the Horcones Superior Valley. After 8-9 hours hiking across Playa Ancha and climbing up through a very steep path; "Cuesta Brava" (meaning Rugged Slope), we reach Plaza de Mulas, at 4300 m. By the end of the day most of us will feel the altitude.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
The first day in Base Camp is always a rest day. This is a good opportunity to familiarize yourself with the Camp, take a shower and explore the area. We get together with the guides, do a medical checkup, reorganize and review the equipment, prepare the loads and organize food for transportation for the next day. This is the time to get to know the climbers from other parts of the world and to meet the people that work in the camps.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
The following morning we will carry some of our equipment and food to Camp 1, called "Plaza Canada". We keep our backpacks light and carry as little as possible in order to be able to gradually adapt to the altitude. During the load transportation to camp 1, we reach a level of 5050 m. It is very important to maintain the adaptation of our body to altitude, to achieve good acclimatization. Then we return to Plaza de Mulas.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
After the hard days of carrying and climbing, we rest and recover our energy at Base Camp. We want everyone to have the best possible chance to acclimatize and achieve summit.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
After having breakfast we start our ascent to Camp 1. After walking 5-6 hours on easy terrain we arrive to Camp 1 (5050 mt). We meet with the supplies that we brought the day before, assemble the camp and then we divide load for following days of carry. We then rest and have dinner.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
On this day, we move from Plaza Canada to Camp 2 named “Nido de Cóndores” at 5550m. This is when we start enjoying the real beauty of high altitude, ascending more and more, surrounded by a spectacular view of the Andes. It is very important to control the adaptation of our body to altitude, and continue to monitor our acclimatization.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
This day is dedicated to improving the acclimatization to altitude. The guide may propose different activities according to the condition of the group. We take the opportunity to rest and give our body more opportunities to acclimatize.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
Early in the morning, after breakfast and after disassembling our tents, we start ascen- ding to Camp 3. Plaza Colera sits at the same altitude as the Berlin refuge, strategically situated for its altitude and cover from winds. From there, we have unforgettable views of the highest peaks of the Central Andes. We set up our last high altitude camp here. The Guide individually reviews each member of the group and gives his final recom- mendations. We also plan the final strategies for the last day of ascension to assure success in reaching the summit. We have dinner and rest.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
The day begins at 5:00 am. This is the most demanding day of our expedition. We continue on the Normal Route up to Independence Refuge (6380 m). This is normally where we see the first sun rays of the day. We ascend the "Portezuelo del Viento" where we can experience strong winds, even on calm days. We pass by the superior part of the Western face and climb "La Canaleta", a 300 m channel that takes us to edge of the summit. From here we go through the Filo del Guanaco, which leads us to the summit. There we can directly observe under our feet the Southern Wall of the Aconcagua, considered one of the largest faces in the world. An indescribable feeling of satisfaction takes over as we reach the summit at 6962 m, where is waiting for us a 360° view and the experience of achievement that you only finally understand once you reach it. After sharing these moments of accomplishment and emotion with our expedition mates we then return to camp 3.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
We consider these two days spare days in case of bad weather. If we do not use them, we can stay at Base Camp to rest and enjoy the mountain.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
Return from Camp 3 to Base Camp. We will have a special reception and have a celebration dinner.
Accommodation: Double Tents / Dormitory Dome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
We have breakfast and then start the descent from Plaza de Mulas to Puente de Inca. There is a private transport waiting to take us to the hotel in Mendoza City.
Transportation: Horcones – Penitentes – Mendoza
– Accommodation: Hotel in Mendoza double or triple room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box & Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. End of services
Accommodation: Not included – Meals: Breakfast.
NOTE: The proposed itinerary can be changed due to weather conditions or other forced situations that put in risk the group security. The guides have the authority to change the itinerary scheduled according to their criteria. You can be sure the changes have two fundamental objectives. These are to maximize the security and the summit chances. And they are based our guides knowledge and experience.
A small, intimate camp with just ten large, comfortable safari cabins offering high standards of accommodation and service, Oliver’s Camp is located in the quiet, animal-rich eastern sector of Tarangire National Park. The camp is uniquely licensed to offer walking tours and night game drives (both at additional cost) within the national park for the opportunity of incredible encounters with elephants and other big game as well as the smaller creatures.
The spacious guest tents are furnished in a traditional African style and raised on wooden platforms sheltered under thatch roofs. There are mosquito nets and spray, a radio (to contact reception), a torch, digital safe, solar powered lights and a large canvas wardrobe. Each tent has a private deck with sun loungers and a private bathroom. There is also a special honeymoon and family cabin available. There are no power sockets in the tents: batteries can be charged in the main tent.
Inside the main communal tent is a communal dining table and comfortable lounge area. Meals are delicious and mainly a mix of African and continental dishes.
The lodge also provides a complimentary laundry service and local drinks.
Restaurant, lounge, private bathrooms, solar-powered lighting, digital safe, mosquito net and spray.
The park is famous for its large numbers of elephant, particularly in the dry season. Buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, greater kudu and eland can also be easily seen here. There is a small population of tree-climbing lion and African wild dog. Leopards are widespread throughout the park. The very rare fringe-eared oryx can be seen on occasion. African rock python is often found resting in acacia trees close to wetlands near Silale: other reptiles include puff adders, Speke’s hinged and pancake tortoises. Birdlife is also impressive and includes secretary bird, martial and crested eagles and the endemic yellow-collared lovebird.
Game drives and walking safaris, plus optional night drives (at an additional cost)
Perched on the rim and affording spectacular views of the world famous Ngorongoro crater floor below, the ivy-clad Ngorongoro Serena Lodge offers good rooms, friendly service, well run facilities and delicious food.
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge is actually built into the rim of the crater itself, with the foliage-covered native stone of the lodge blending into the surrounding hillside. The views of the crater will certainly take your breath away: the 75 rooms, bar and restaurant all overlook the picturesque valley below. The rooms have attractive wooden floors and are decorated with ancient cave art. Each features modern en suite bathrooms, patios and heating as the temperatures can significantly drop here at night.
The main building contains a large restaurant, bar, gift shop, TV area and an attractive outside decking area, perfect for relaxing while admiring the view. There are buffets for breakfast and lunch but an a la carte menu is available for dinner.
Beside the exciting safaris within the crater, there are numerous walks and activities one can do from the lodge including visits to local tribal villages.
Within Ngorongoro crater is a diverse ecosystem representing nearly every habitat found in East Africa. Open grasslands are inhabited by wildebeest, zebra, lion, cheetah and black rhino; acacia woodland provides cover for leopards; swamps supply the food for elephants and buffalos; freshwater pools harbour hippos; and a small soda lake is a feeding ground for flocks of flamingos. In addition there are small outcrops of rocks which give shade for lions and even an highly arid area of shifting sand dunes.
Restaurant, bar, lounge, TV room, gift shop, heating and private bathrooms.
Large game is abundant and includes elephant, black rhino, buffalo, zebra, gazelle, impala, eland, waterbuck, lion, leopard, cheetah and spotted hyena. Smaller species often seen in the crater include serval, black-backed jackal, bat-eared fox, dwarf and slender mongooses and olive baboons. The crater is regarded as one of the best places in all Africa to see the highly endangered black rhinoceros.
Game drives within the crater and guided walks along the rim. Cultural activities are also available including visits to local tribal villages.
Embodying all that is great in East Africa bush camping, Serengeti Safari Camp is a gem of a lodge. Six beautifully equipped safari tents provide accommodation for just 12 guests creating an intimate and relaxed atmosphere. Candlelit bush dinners, good standards of service and some of the best guides in Africa all go to complete the safari experience. The lodge switches its location throughout the year putting it in the very best position for the migration. For this reason the camp is one of the best options for those hoping to view some of the most spectacular events of the migration such as river crossings.
The camp itself is actually quite simple but the quality of food and service is first class. There are two communal tents, one is a comfortable lounge and the second is the dining tent where delicious and well-presented dinners are taken. Breakfast and lunch are usually taken out in the field. There are six private and spacious guest tents, each with a table and chairs and large double bed. Behind the beds is a changing area, sink, towel rack and bucket shower with hot water available on request. Storm lanterns powered by solar power provide lighting and there is a torch and alarm for emergency attention.
The locations of the camp around the park have to be agreed well in advance with the park authorities – thus the unpredictable route of the migration means that sometimes a drive is necessary to reach the best spots for wildlife observation.
Dining room, lounge, private bucket shower (hot water available on request), solar powered lighting and laundry service.
Serengeti Safari Camp aims to position itself in the best locations to witness the wildebeest migration during its peak times. The plains of the Serengeti also support an exceptional diversity of other large game throughout the year with elephant, hippo, black rhino, giraffe, buffalo, eland, Thompson’s and grant’s gazelles, Burchell’s zebra, lion, leopard, cheetah, spotted hyena and many more frequently seen.
Game drives directly from the camp.
With a stunning position on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Indian Ocean and one of the best beaches on the island of Zanzibar, Matemwe Lodge provides exceptionally stylish accommodation and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere.
Each of the twelve large, detached bungalows is exquisitely furnished with local fabrics, wooden floors, king-size beds and handmade furniture. Each has private facilities and a large balcony overlooking the sea with hammocks and wooden chairs. Other room facilities include free Wi-Fi, ceiling fans, tea and coffee facilities, and room and laundry service.
Service is relaxed but efficient and the restaurant serves excellent fresh seafood dishes. There are two swimming pools, a small bar built around an old dhow and well maintained gardens which attract bush babies and many birds. There is also a full service spa on site as well as an array of optional activities. Swimming is good off the lodge’s beach at high tide.
Restaurant, bar, lounge, swimming pool, private bathroom, laundry service, free Wi-Fi, spa, gift shop and room service.
Zanzibar bush babies visit the gardens after dark and a wide variety of birds and colourful butterflies can be seen during the day. Mnembe Atoll offers outstanding snorkelling and diving with a plethora of hard and soft corals, numerous reef fish, eels, reef sharks and green and hawksbill turtles.
Excursions to Mnembe Atoll. Cultural activities including visits to local villages, historic Stone Town, the Jozani forest and prison island.
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