In February 2001, I climbed Aconcagua completely solo — without guides, porters, support teams or anyone carrying equipment for me.
At 6,967 metres, Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Americas, the highest peak outside Asia, and the tallest mountain in both the Western and Southern Hemispheres. Located high in the Argentine Andes, it is a mountain where altitude, weather and isolation can quickly become serious challenges.
I carried everything myself and climbed entirely on my own. No support, no carries, no climbing partner — just me, my equipment and the mountain.
Reaching the summit of Aconcagua in February 2001 was therefore not simply about standing on the highest point in the Americas. It was the result of a true solo expedition and remains one of the greatest adventures and achievements of my life.