Located on the outskirts of the city of Bariloche in Argentine Patagonia, Lake Frey is the main destination for lovers of trekking and traditional cleft climbing in the Cerro Catedral region during the summer. Distinctly colored lakes, forests full of woodpeckers and granite needles perfect for different levels of climbers make this route unique.  
There are two days of trekking and three of climbing with approaches of a maximum of 30 minutes, always respecting the level of the group members. If you dream of climbing in Patagonia, this is without a doubt the best gateway.  
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DAY 0 (prior to dispatch): Arrival in Bariloche. 
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DAY 1: Cerro Catedral Base – Refúgio Frey.
After breakfast at the hotel in Bariloche, we will continue via transfer for approximately 20 minutes to the base of Cerro Catedral, the start of the trail. We will pass by the beautiful Gutierrez Lake and a typical Patagonian forest full of woodpeckers. When we arrive at the camp, we will set up our tents and enjoy free time in the beautiful landscape. Lunch and dinner included in the refuge. Stay in individual tents.
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DAY 2: Climbing the Frey Needle.
Day of climbing on the needle closest to the refuge, with only a 10-minute approach. The route of the day is the most repeated in the entire sector: the Sifuentes-Weber, a 6th BRA in perfect cracks. If the weather window allows, we will climb another shorter route on the same needle, Diedro de Jim, 5ºsup BRA. Dinner included at the refuge. Stay in individual tents.
Accumulated elevation: 200 m
Distance: 100 m
Estimated time: 5 - 7h
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DAY 3: Climbing at Agulha Abuelo.
The climb of the day will be on a classic needle of the sector with an approximate time of 30 minutes. The chosen route will be the Nhac Nhac Crunch Crunch, a 5th BRA with good grips. After finishing the rappels, if the window allows, we will climb the M2 needle opposite with breathtaking images. Dinner included at the refuge. Stay in individual tents.
Accumulated elevation: 200 m
Distance: 1 km
Estimated time: 5 - 7h
 
DAY 4: Climbing the Main Needle.
Last day of climbing this time on the longest and most technically difficult route, the Normal of the Main needle, a 6th BRA.
Accumulated elevation: 250 m
Distance: 1.2 km
Estimated Time: 5-7h
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DAY 5: Trekking Refúgio Frey - Cerro Catedral base.
Return trek to the start of the trail and then transfer back to Bariloche. Breakfast included at the refuge. Stay in Bariloche not included, as some people will still return to their hometowns.
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INCLUDED IN
DAY 0 stay in Bariloche
Mountain transfer in/out from Bariloche
1 WFA first aid guide in Portuguese, English and Spanish for every 5 people
Breakfast days 1, 2, 3 and 4
Lunch day 1
Dinner on days 1, 2 and 3
All necessary climbing equipment, including personal
Advice on purchasing equipment before your trip
First aid kit for collective use
1 snack Captain Jack 
Online satellite tracking
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NOT INCLUDED
Transport to Bariloche - Argentina (round trip)
Extra food on the trail (snacks) and in the refuge included
All camping equipment, including tents (but with rental option)
Travel insurance
Rescue insurance