Baboso c.6070m  

(also known as Veladero N.E.)

In the southern Puna de Atacama. We made the first ascent known ascent of this peak on our First Ascents in Argentina expedition in November 2000. 

Veladero N.E.  from Veladero.
      

Veladero N.E.  from Veladero. The ascent was by the prominent half rock, half snow ridge facing the camera

     The summit of Veladero northeast, 6070m, first ascent, November 2000.

The summit of Veladero northeast, 6070m, first ascent, November 2000. A cold and windy day ... unusual for the Puna!!?

We can organise guided ascents of this peak. For details of how to climb Baboso and neighbouring peaks in the southern Puna de Atacama please see our guidebooks, which are available in English and French editions, direct from us or from all good bookshops and mountaineering shops.

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