Our tours and treks, while physically active with some physically demanding, do allow
for time to enjoy the culture and experience adventure travel while in a foreign country.
Your experience American Guide works with the local guides and services to provide
the best adventure trip while staying off the tourist circuit.

Our prices include: hotels, ground transportation, permits, hut fees, entrance fees, group camping equipment, basecamp equipment, informational, support, review of trekking techniques, Experienced American Guides
Contact us for a full course packet which outlines all fees, payments, physical conditioning requirements, and experience needed. We also design custom trekking itineraries for small groups and individual

Mexico / Ecuador / Bolivia / Peru/ Aconcagua / Mt. Elbrus / Kilimanjaro

Mexico Volcanoes Expedition
Introduction to High Altitude Mountaineering
Iztaccihauatl 17,342 ft.
Pico de Orizaba 18,805 ft.

Our expedition to Mexico is an exciting mix of sightseeing, climbing, traveling and enjoying the Mexican culture. Pico de Orizaba (18,805 ft.) and Iztaccihauatl (17,342 ft.) are both excellent introductions to high altitude climbing and a good step toward advancing your climbing skills and high altitude experience. From Mexico City, we first climb Iztaccihuatl which lies directly across the valley from the very active Volcano Popocateptl. Our program includes several days of acclimatization, along with climbing instruction, and explorations of various markets during our travels. We then travel farther east to Mexico's highest summit, Pico de Orizaba, the main objective of our expedition south of the border. Orizaba is a moderate snow and ice climb with a high camp at 16,000 ft. Come join us for a short, fun expedition exploring the high peaks of Mexico!

Dates 2008:
November 7-16, 2008-SOLD OUT

Dates 2009:
January 20-29, 2009

Duration: 10 days

Group Size:Limited to 6 climbers with 2 instructors/guides

Experience Level: Anyone in good to excellent physical condition with basic mountaineering experience at altitude

Cost: $2,195.00

Ecuador Volcanoes Expedition
High Altitude Mountaineering Course
Cayambe 18,997 ft., Cotopaxi 19,348 ft.
with Chimborazo 20,703 ft. Expedition Option

Our 14-day High Altitude Mountaineering course allows for the for the opportunity to learning high altitude mountaineering techniques while experiencing great climbing, high mountain huts, big mountains, cloud forests, Andean villages, and the South American culture. We spend two days exploring Quito, the capital at over 9,200 ft., as we begin the acclimatization process. After a climb through the protected cloud forest preserve of Pasachoa, we head to our first Ecuador Volcano, Cayambe, at 18,997 ft. for a three days of glacier travel and crevasse instruction before attempting the summit.

After a day of rest and re supply, we then travel south of Quito and continue our expedition by climbing Volcan' Cotopaxi at 19,348 ft. Our journey continues farther south, feeling fit and acclimatized, for our attempt of Chimborazo 20,703 ft. This expedition is true adventure travel, with big time mountaineering, hiking, exploring,and a great time enjoying the culture. Limited to 6 climbers.

Dates 2008:
Nov. 28- Dec. 11

Chimborazo Option:
December 13-18

Duration: 14 days
with Chimborazo option: add 6 days

Experience Level: Anyone in excellent physical condition with basic mountaineering experience at altitude to 13,000 ft or better.

Cost: $2,895.00*
with option add: $875.00*

*Price subject to change until booking due to international exchange rates.

Additional dates maybe available by arrangement with 4 or more

Cayambe 18,997 ft. , Ecuador

Ecuador Expedition Course Outline & Itinerary

Ecuador Equipment List

Expedition Application

Bolivia Mountaineering Expedition
High Altitude Mountaineering Course
with Sajama (21,463 ft.) Expedition Option

This High Altitude Mountaineering course is designed to give you the skills to climb high altitude peaks and prepare you for climbing on technical terrain at these altitudes. We will be instructing and reviewing the following climbing techniques: glacier travel, ice/snow climbing techniques, crevasse rescue, multi-pitch climbing, snow climbing, short roping, ice/snow anchors, belay techniques, rappelling, glacier navigation, route finding, and decision making. Additional topics to be covered or experienced: proper acclimatization, pace, knowing when to turn back, weather considerations, alpine starts, mountain medicine, judgment, and hazard evaluation.
We will attempt 2-3 peaks between 18,000 ft. and 20,000 ft. in the Bolivian Andes depending on local conditions, group skill level, and as our time allows. Possible options to be attempted: Pequnio Alpamayo, Condorri, Other peaks and climbs may be substituted due to climbing conditions.
While an excellent pre-course for the Sajama Expedition (21,463 ft.) this is a great introduction to climbing in the Bolivian Andes with ascents of peaks over 18,000 ft., all the while learning advanced climbing techniques and how to be safe at higher altitudes.

NEW! Expedition Option: The summit of Sajama (21,463 ft.) is the highest peak in Bolivia and objective of this week-long expedition option.

Dates 2008:
CONFIRMED DEPARTURE
ONLY 4 SPACES AVAILABLE
September 1-12
with option 2008:
September 1-21

Dates 2009:
September 1-12
with option 2009:
September 1-21

Duration: 12 days
with option: 21 days

Experience Level: Anyone in excellent physical condition with basic mountaineering experience at altitude to 13,000 ft or better.

Cost: $2,595.00*
option add: $1,000.00

*Price subject to change until booking due to international exchange rates.

Additional dates maybe available by arrangement with 4 or more

Sajama 21,463 ft. Bolivia

Bolivia Expedition Course Outline & Itinerary

Bolivia Equipment List

Expedition Application

Peru Mountaineering Expedition
High Altitude Mountaineering Course
Pisco 18,866 ft., Huandoy Este 19,909 ft.
with Huascaran 22,205 ft. Expedition Option

This High Altitude Mountaineering course is designed to give you the skills to climb high altitude peaks and prepare you for climbing on technical terrain at these altitudes. We will be instructing and reviewing the following climbing techniques: glacier travel, ice/snow climbing techniques, crevasse rescue, multi-pitch climbing, snow climbing, short roping, ice/snow anchors, belay techniques, rappelling, glacier navigation, route finding, and decision making. Additional topics to be covered or experienced: proper acclimatization, pace, knowing when to turn back, weather considerations, alpine starts, mountain medicine, judgment, and hazard evaluation.
We will attempt 2-3 peaks between 18,000 ft. and 21,000 ft. in the Blancas depending on local conditions, group skill level, and as our time allows. Possible options to be attempted: Pisco (18,866 ft.), Huandoy Este (19,909 ft.), Chipicalqui (20,841 ft.). Other peaks and climbs may be substituted due to climbing conditions.
While an excellent pre-course for the Huascaran Expedition (22,205 ft.) this is a great introduction to climbing in the Peruvian Andes with ascents of peaks over 18,000 ft., all the while learning advanced climbing techniques and how to be safe at high altitude.

Expedition Option: The summit of Huascaran Sur (22,205 ft.) is the objective of this week-long expedition option. It is the highest peak in the Peruvian Andes

Dates 2008:
June 11-22,
with option:
June 11-July 1

Dates 2009:
June 11-22
with option:
June 11-July 1

Duration: 12 days
with option: 21 days

Experience Level: Anyone in excellent physical condition with basic mountaineering experience at altitude to 13,000 ft or better.

Cost: $2,595.00*
option add: $1,000.00

*Price subject to change until booking due to international exchange rates.

Additional dates maybe available by arrangement with 4 or more

Peruvian Andes

Peru Expedition Course Outline & Itinerary

Peru Equipment List

Expedition Application

Aconcagua Expedition
Mt. Aconcagua 22,834 ft. Highest Peak in South America

The summit of Aconcagua (22,834 ft.) is the main objective of this 3-week expedition to the southern hemisphere.We will be attempting the regular route which, while not requiring a high degree of technical expertise, does require a relatively high level of commitment and conditioning due to the nature of the weather and high altitude involved. It is strenuous and reaching the summit requires a sustained effort that can only be realized through proper training and conditioning.

What to Expect: We will be climbing to high elevations (over 20,000 ft.). Your physical conditioning, mental attitude, and flexibility will all be factors in making an exciting, fun, and successful trip. You will be required to carry your share of the group equipment and food while climbing to our high camps. We try to keep this weight to a minimum with the use of burros/horses up to basecamp. We are traveling and climbing in a foreign country, and while Sierra Wilderness Seminars Inc. makes the best possible plans and tries to account for all possibilities, this is adventure travel and part of the adventure is being flexible, and making changes to the itinerary as needed to account for local conditions. If you keep this in mind you will have an exciting and fun-filled adventure!

Dates 2008:
January 15th - February 4th,
Dates 2009:
January 15th - February 4th

Duration: 21 days

Experience Level: Anyone in excellent physical condition with a desire to reach the summit of Aconcagua, Give us a call for complete experience information and physical requirements.

Normal Route Expedition
Cost: $3,850.00*
based on 6 clients
Cost: $4,150.00*
based on 4 clients

Polish Route Expedition
Cost: $5,800.00*
based on 4 clients
Cost: $5,695.00*
based on 6 client

*Price subject to change until booking due to international exchange rates.

Additional dates maybe available by arrangement with 4 or more

South Face of Aconcagau from the Summit Ridge, Argentina

Aconcagua Expedition Course Outline & Itinerary

Aconcagua Equipment List

Expedition Application

Mt Elbrus Mountaineering Expedition
Mt. Elbrus 18,587 ft. Highest Peak in Europe

The expedition begins in Moscow with a short city tour the next day. We then we fly to Mineralnye Vody and drive to the base hotel in the Baksan Valley. From the hotel we make several trips following forested valleys, walking through alpine meadows, crossing glaciated mountain passes and climbing some easy summits which provide superb vistas of the Caucasus Range. These initial trips will be porter supported and will involve backcountry trekking and basic climbing instruction, this will allow us the time needed for proper acclimatization for the ascent of Mt. Elbrus.
With opportunities to ascend various easy summits for exceptional views of Mt. Elbrus and the Caucausus range. The Caucausus Mountains which form a chain of high alpine mountains separating the Republic of Georgia from that of Russia. For the ascent of Mt. Elbrus we use a cable car system to take us to the height of 12,350 ft. and a hike to the Garabashi Huts at 13,800 ft. From this location we will spend time on the lower slopes practicing the skills we will need to ascend Mt. Elbrus
An alpine start begins our ascent of the twin summits of Mt. Elbrus via the standard route, which requires use of ice ax, crampon, and rope team travel. We will then descend to the Garabashi Hut for the night. Returning to our hotel in the Baksan Valley the next day with flights to St. Petersburg and a tour to this fantastic and historical city before heading back home the States.

Dates 2008:
August 1-15 ,2008

Dates 2009:
August 1-15, 2009

Duration: 15 days

Experience Level: Relatively high level of commitment and conditioning. Reaching the summit requires a sustained effort that can only be realized through proper training and conditioning.

Cost: $3,895.00*

Note: We can accommodate non-climbing participants who have the desire to explore Russia, but do not have the desire to attempt the summits.

*Price subject to change until booking due to international exchange rates.

Additional dates maybe available by arrangement with 4 or more

Mt. Elbrus, 18,587 ft. Caucasus Mountain, Russia

Elbrus Expedition Course Outline & Itinerary

Ebrus Equipment List

Expedition Application

Sierra Wilderness Seminars is proud to team with Kilimanjaro Adventures to provide these trips, which are guided by our professionally trained senior staff with local Tanzanian porter and guides. Each trip is 14 full days on the ground and includes 1 rest day, a 7-day summit ascent via the Rongai Route and a 6-day wildlife safari to the Serengeti, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater. Lodging before and after your climb is at a private hotel in Moshi, Tanzania. Expedition is fully inclusive, all you pay for is your drinks and food in Moshi and your airfare to the Kilimanjaro airport in Tanzania (about 30 minutes from our hotel in Moshi). Call Sierra Wilderness Seminars for full details and an expeditions application. Come join us for a fantastic climb in Africa with professional American SWS Guides.

Dates 2008:
September 8-23, Rongai Route

Dates 2009:
January 2-17, Rongai Route

Duration: 14 days plus add 2 travel days

Experience Level: Anyone in good to excellent physical condition with a desire to reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Hiking and or Backpacking experience required

Cost: $3,795.00*

*Price subject to change until booking due to international exchange rates.

Additional dates maybe available by arrangement with 4 or more

Kilimanjaro 19,340 ft. Tanzania

Kilimanjaro Expedition Course Outline & Itinerary

Kilimanjaro Equipment List

Expedition Application