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Trekking and Ascent in Cordillera Real

Bolivia is a country in central South America, with a varied terrain ranging from the Andes, the Atacama Desert and the rainforest in the Amazon basin. At more than 3,500 m. high, its administrative capital, La Paz, is located on the Andean Altiplano with the snow-capped Mount Illimani in the background. Nearby is the crystalline Lake Titicaca, the largest on the continent, located between the borders with the beautiful countries of Peru and Chile.
The constitutional capital of Bolivia is the city of Sucre and the seat of government and/or administrative capital is the city of Nuestra Señora de La Paz, which administers the country. However, this has not always been the case; during the first years of the republic of Bolivia, the cities of La Paz and Chuquisaca (named Sucre since 1839) vied to be the capital of the highland country.

Duration 11 days / 10 nights

Location La Paz, Bolivia

Visit Cordillera Real / Western Cordillera

Difficulty Non-technical

Season April to December

Departure Point La Paz, Bolivia

Day 01. Arrival from country of origin to Bolivia - La Paz

Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel in La Paz 3,640 masl. After settling into the hotel, we meet to check personal mountain equipment; in case you did not bring your equipment, we accompany you to rent it, as all types of mountain equipment are available for rent in the city.

Day 02. Lake Titicaca Tour 3812 masl – Copacabana 3841 masl – Sun Island 3850 masl.

From La Paz we leave at 8:00 am by transport towards San Pedro de Tiquina. From here we cross Lake Titicaca towards Copacabana then we go to Sun Island. We do this entire journey taking advantage of the visits. The visit tour is approximately 07 to 08 hours. Night in Copacabana.

Day 03. Copacabana 3841 masl - La Paz City 3650 masl.

Free day today as we simply return by transport from Copacabana to the city of La Paz and hotel. Then in the afternoon, you can take advantage of a cable car ride and visit El Alto city. Then return to the city of La Paz.

Day 04. La Paz 3650 masl - Chiar Khota Lagoon 4680 masl

At 9:00 am, private transport transfer for 3 hours to Rinconada, where we will prepare the loads for the mules and start a gentle 3-hour walk to the Chiar Khota lagoon 4,680 masl (Base camp) of the small Alpamayo mountain 5,410 masl. In the camp our cook will prepare hot drinks for us to have.

Day 05. Chiar Khota Lagoon 4680 masl - Austria Peak 5350 masl – (Base Camp)

After breakfast we leave at 09:00 am for the ascent of Austria Peak 5,350 masl. The path takes us on a slight climb to the pass, and we begin the zigzagging ascent to the summit of Austria Peak 5,350 masl. From the summit there is an incredible view of the Bolivian Andes, showing us the most well-known mountains of the Cordillera Real and Western Cordillera. This day the expedition takes about 07 to 08 hours. Lunch at base camp.

Day 06. Chiar Khota Lagoon - Tarija Mountain 5,370 masl – Pequeño Alpamayo 5,410 masl.

After having a hot drink we leave at 02:00 am for the ascent to Tarija mountain 5,370 masl. After the summit of Tarija mountain we descend approximately 100 m to ascend again to Pequeño Alpamayo mountain 5,410 masl, which is located right next to Tarija. From the summit of Pequeño Alpamayo, a majestic view of the Bolivian Andes is shown, a mattress of clouds from the Bolivian jungle and the mountains of the Cordillera Real. After enjoying the Bolivian Andes, we return by the same route to the base camp. The expedition takes 09 to 10 hours.

Day 07. Chiar Khota Lagoon 4680 masl - María Lloco 4,620 masl.

After breakfast at 08:00 am, we start the trekking to the MARIA LLOCO camp 4,720 masl. On the route it offers beautiful views of Huaynapotosí mountain and the Maria Lloco snow-capped peak. We continue with the walk to the María Lloco camp for lunch and rest. The walk takes about 07 - 08 hours.

Day 08. María Lloco 4620 masl - Huaynapotosí Refuge 4,680 masl.

After breakfast at camp we start the walk at 08:00 am towards the Huaynapotosí refuge 4,680 masl. The path leads us along a trail with beautiful views to the base camp of Huaynapotosí mountain. The walk takes about 05 to 06 hours.

Day 09. Huaynapotosí Refuge 4680 masl - High Camp Refuge Casa de Guías 5280 masl.

At 9:00 am, we begin the ascent for 02 to 03 hours to the refuge. After settling into the camp, we prepare all the equipment to face the summit the following day.

Day 10. High Camp 5280 masl - Huayna Potosí Summit 6088 masl.

After breakfast at 2:00 am, we leave for the summit of Huayna Potosí 6,088 masl. From the summit we enjoy a spectacular view of the Bolivian Andes, beautiful landscapes full of lagoons and mountains. We descend back to the refuge where transport waits for us to return to the city of La Paz, hotel. The expedition takes about 09 to 10 hours.

Day 11. La Paz - Airport.

According to your flight time, we transfer from the hotel to the El Alto international airport - Bolivia. End of our services.

What’s Included

Personalized greeting from FRANPISCO ADVENTURE at El Alto airport and transfer to the hotel in La Paz city
01 night hotel in Copacabana
Private transport for La Paz - COPACABANA - LA PAZ transfer
Private transport for La Paz – Condoriri – La Paz transfer
Private transport for La Paz - Huayna Potosí – Base Camp – La Paz transfer
Mountain guide for ascents
Cook specialized in high-altitude meals during expeditions
Porters to carry camping equipment
Full meals during the expeditions; breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Utensils for the whole group; plates, spoons, and forks
Kitchen and gas
All camping equipment
Entry tickets to Sun Island
Transport entry tickets to Copacabana
Boat tickets to enter Sun Island
Entry tickets to Condoriri
Entry tickets to Huayna Potosí
Ropes for roping up
Snow stakes

Not Included

International flights
06 nights hotel in La Paz
Extra hotels
Full meals during the stay in the city
First breakfast and last dinner each time we leave for an expedition
Personal first aid kit according to each group's medical prescription
Mountain insurance
Tips

Recommended Gear

Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Snow shoes
Crampons
Harness
Touring ice axe
Helmet
Snow gloves
Snow goggles
40 L attack backpack
Down jacket
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof pants
Thermal pants
Thermal shirts
Thick socks
Cold weather hat
Sunblock
A pair of trekking poles

Booking Conditions

We recommend making a reservation in advance to ensure a better price for you. Prices may vary according to the reservation date and the number of people. After we have reached an agreement on the total expedition price for each program we offer, you may book with a 40% deposit of the total agreed sum for the services.

This reservation will cover the following:

Securing your spot for the scheduled date.
Making transfer ticket reservations for Lima - Huaraz / Huaraz - Lima.
Making hotel reservations for the scheduled dates of your arrival in Lima and Huaraz, according to the itinerary.
Making reservations for guides, assistants, and/or staff for the scheduled date.

The remaining 60% will be paid in Huaraz after you have checked into your hotel. To begin the organization of your expeditions, please contact us for more information.

There are 02 rescue units in Huaraz

National Police Rescue Squadron, based in the city of Yungay (very close to Huascarán mountain). Phone numbers: 043-493292 / 043-493333. They also have 02 helicopters available.
Casa de Guías Rescue Unit, based in the city of Huaraz (Parque Ginebra s/n). The rescue cost must be budgeted beforehand, and if a helicopter is required, it will also be necessary to pay for the service in advance. Website: agmp.pe

For more information, please contact us.