Mt. McKinley (Denali) - 22 days
The highest peak in North America is one of the world’s great mountaineering challenges. Due to its proximity to the arctic, the weather of Denali is a very important factor in the climb. Despite extreme temperatures and the threat of storms, this mountain offers an amazing climbing experience. No other mountain has greater relief: Denali sits 17,000 feet above the plain from which it rises. From the landing point where our expedition begins, we will climb 13,000 feet to the summit. Intermediate to advanced climbing skills are required and climbers are expected to be in great physical condition.
Day 0 -The flight in to the Kahiltna glacier
Day 1 – Caching supplies at the 7,800′ camp
Day 2 – Moving to the 11,000′ camp
Day 3 - Retrieving the cache/rest day
Day 4 – Retrieving the cache/rest day
Day 5 – Carrying a cache to 13,500′
Day 6 – Storm day
Day 7 – Moving to the 14,200′ camp
Day 8 – Retrieving the cache
Day 9 – Acclimation day
Day 10 – Caching supplies at 16,000′
Day 11 - Moving to High Camp
Day 12 – Summit day
Day 13 – Descending to the 14,200′ camp
Day 14 – Storm day
Day 15 – Descending to base camp
Day 16 – leaving
Expedition Cost: $5,500
