Live the Vertical Patagonia
Remote Multi-Pitch & Big Wall Climbing in Patagonia
Guided granite climbing expeditions throughout the Cochamó Valley — from valley-based multi-pitch climbing to sustained big wall objectives deep within Patagonia’s upper valleys.
800m+
Wall Height
2:1
Guide Ratio
Nov–Mar
Certified Guides
Cochamó — A World of Its Own
Hidden within the temperate rainforests of northern Patagonia, the Cochamó Valley has become one of the world’s most unique destinations for remote multi-pitch and big wall granite climbing.
Massive granite walls rise directly from forested valleys, with climbing access involving movement through rivers, trails, upper valleys, and remote mountain terrain far removed from roads and modern infrastructure.
From accessible valley-based multi-pitch routes around La Junta to sustained big wall objectives deep within the upper valleys, Cochamó offers a rare combination of climbing, remoteness, and expedition atmosphere difficult to find elsewhere in the world.
BUILT AROUND PROGRESSION
While Cochamó is known globally for its massive granite walls and remote climbing atmosphere, the valley also offers world-class climbing across a wide range of grades and experience levels — from approachable multi-pitch granite routes around La Junta to sustained big wall objectives deep within the upper valleys.
For many climbers, the challenge is not simply the climbing itself, but the uncertainty surrounding larger objectives, unfamiliar terrain, expedition systems, and operating in a more remote environment.
Our expeditions are designed to bridge that gap.
Rather than focusing only on the final objective, we break larger goals down into manageable stages — building progression through route selection, valley movement, multi-pitch systems, camp life, and gradual exposure to the terrain itself.
For some, that may mean climbing classic granite routes around La Junta for the first time.
For others, it may mean progressing toward longer upper valley objectives and full big wall expeditions deeper within Cochamó.
The goal is not simply to complete routes, but to develop the confidence, systems, and experience required to move naturally through this type of climbing environment.
Built Through Years In Cochamó
BTMA Founder and lead guide Nathan Lamacchia spent years living within the forests and valleys surrounding Cochamó — developing deep local relationships and extensive experience climbing, travelling, and moving through the region long before creating BTMA.
Rather than approaching Cochamó as a seasonal destination, our expeditions are built around genuine long-term connection to the valley itself — working closely with local climbers, arrieros, families, and the broader Cochamó community who continue to shape life within these mountains. This deeper understanding of the valley allows expeditions to move beyond simply guiding routes.
From understanding seasonal conditions and upper valley access to structuring realistic progression toward larger objectives, every expedition is shaped by real experience living and climbing within Cochamó over time. Whether climbing around La Junta, accessing upper valley walls, or progressing toward larger multi-pitch and big wall objectives, our focus remains the same: creating professional, progression-focused climbing expeditions built specifically around the realities of climbing in Cochamó.
Program Options & Investment
Granite Climbing Days
4–5 days
From $1,850 USD
Immerse yourself in the heart of Cochamó. Progressive climbing expeditions combining longer granite routes, upper valley camps, classic multi-pitch objectives, and sustained climbing days throughout the Cochamó Valley.
Multi-Day Climbing Expeditions
4–6 days
From $2,950 USD
Progressive climbing expeditions combining longer granite routes, upper valley camps, classic multi-pitch objectives, and sustained climbing days throughout the Cochamó Valley, including access into one of the valley’s upper climbing regions such as Trinidad or Anfiteatro.
Big Wall Expeditions
10–12 days
From $5,900 USD
Full-scale granite expeditions focused on major wall objectives, remote bivouacs, and extended climbing throughout the Cochamó Valley, including multi-day access into upper valley regions such as Trinidad and Anfiteatro.
GRANITE CLIMBING DAYS
4–5 days
FROM $1,850 USD pp
Immerse yourself in the heart of Cochamó. Progressive climbing expeditions combining longer granite routes, upper valley camps, classic multi-pitch objectives, and sustained climbing days throughout the Cochamó Valley.
Duration
4-5 Days
Difficulty
Beginner
Guide Ratio
Max 1:3
Included
Private guide
Transfers from Puerto Varas
Camp setup & cooking equipment
Meals throughout expedition
Climbing logistics & route planning
Valley accommodation & support
Example Progression
From $1,850 USD per person
Day 1
Transfer from Puerto Varas → trek into La Junta → afternoon climbing around valley sectors
Day 2
Multi-pitch climbing around Pared Seca or nearby granite sectors
Day 3
Camp Farm — six-pitch granite route introducing longer route movement and upper valley climbing atmosphere
Day 4
Return through the valley → Puerto Varas
MULTI-DAY CLIMBING EXPEDITIONS
4–6 days
FROM $2,950 USD pp
Progressive climbing expeditions combining longer granite routes, upper valley camps, classic multi-pitch objectives, and sustained climbing days throughout the Cochamó Valley, including access into one of the valley’s upper climbing regions such as Trinidad or Anfiteatro.
Duration
4-6 Days
Difficulty
Beginner
Guide Ratio
Max 1:3
Included
Private guide
Transfers from Puerto Varas
Camp & climbing logistics
Meals throughout expedition
Upper valley support planning
Route selection based on progression & conditions
Example Progression
From $2,950 USD per person
Day 1
Transfer → trek into La Junta → valley setup & short climbing day
Day 2
Classic multi-pitch climbing around La Junta with rope systems refinement and route progression
Day 3
Move into upper valley terrain → long granite objective such as La Aleta de Tiburón
Day 4
Additional upper valley climbing objective → optional bivvy or return toward La Junta
Day 5
Rest morning → climbing or exploration around valley
Day 6
Exit valley → return to Puerto Varas
BIG WALL EXPEDITIONS
10–12 days
FROM $5,900 USD pp
Full-scale granite expeditions focused on major wall objectives, remote bivouacs, and extended climbing throughout the Cochamó Valley, including multi-day access into upper valley regions such as Trinidad and Anfiteatro.
Duration
10-12 Days
Difficulty
Beginner
Guide Ratio
Max 1:3
Example Progression
These expeditions are built around larger climbing objectives requiring sustained movement through the valley, upper camp systems, hauling logistics, and multiple climbing phases throughout the trip.
Objectives are selected based on:
experience
weather
progression
expedition style
desired commitment level
Included
Private guide
Transfers from Puerto Varas
Camp setup & cooking equipment
Meals throughout expedition
Climbing logistics & route planning
Valley accommodation & support
LIFE IN THE VALLEY
Life in the Cochamó Valley follows a rhythm shaped by weather, climbing, movement through the terrain, and the climbing culture that has developed within the valley over decades.
Days begin beneath granite walls and forest canopy before moving between climbing sectors, upper valleys, rivers, and long granite routes throughout the region.
Evenings are spent back in camp, cabins, refugios, or beside the river sharing meals, route discussions, and preparation for the next day’s objectives.
The experience becomes as much about the atmosphere surrounding the climbing as the routes themselves.
EXPEDITION SUPPORT & LOGISTICS
All expeditions include private guiding, valley logistics, climbing support, route planning, and transfers from Puerto Varas.
Accommodation styles vary depending on the expedition format and objectives, combining valley camps, cabins, refugios, bivouacs, and upper valley camp systems throughout the trip.
All itineraries remain flexible based on:
experience
weather
progression
expedition style
desired commitment level
Testimonials
“
The progression they built for me was flawless. By the time we reached high camp on Chopicalqui, I felt acclimatised, calm, and ready. It was less about conquering a mountain and more about entering the environment with respect and the right preparation.
Vallunaraju Private Client — Canada
Chopicalqui & Vallunaraju Progression
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Standing beneath Alpamayo in the dark, tying in with my guide — the trust was absolute. The logistical support in Huaraz meant all I had to focus on was my movement and the climb. World-class alpine guiding in every sense.
Alpamayo Expedition Client — United Kingdom
Alpamayo Expedition
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Three peaks in the Ishinca Valley. A masterclass in pacing, mountain sense, and expedition life. The experience felt deeply personal from the first email to the final descent.
Ishinca Valley Client — Australia
Ishinca Valley Multi-Peak
LOOKING BEYOND THE GRANITE?
For trekking, horse expeditions, river crossings, and broader Cochamó wilderness journeys throughout the region, explore our Patagonia Valley Experiences.
Climb In One Of Patagonia's Most Unique Granite Landscapes
Cochamó programs are privately structured and limited. Each expedition begins with a planning conversation.
