How to Pack a Mule to Cross the Andes in 9 Easy StepsBy Hugh MacDermott / January 16, 2015 A short series of photos detailing the process of how to pack your mule, just in case you find yourself having to cross the Andes by foot or by horse. Step 1: Prepare Mate Tea to energise you for the task ahead Step 2: Get the girth nice and tight Step 3: Attach the support chassis Step 4: Load up the crates Step 5: Pile on the bags Step 6: Wrap it up in tarp and throw over some rope Step 7: Tighten the load securely for those Andes mountain tracks Step 8: Try and remember where you put your mate tea Step 9: Take well-earned break More information from around our site: Climbing a Giant; Remembering Aconcagua The Welsh colony of Gaiman San Martin de los Andes and Chapelco Junin de los Andes