Bolivia the idel place for your first technical ascents
The majestic and imposing Real de los Andes mountain range with snow-capped mountains of heights between 5500m and 6500m. above sea level. These make up a mountain chain of 600 snow-capped mountains that follow one another for an approximate length of 200 km and divide the plateau at 4000 meters. high and the Amazon region at 500 meters.
It is an ideal place for mountaineering and ascents to imposing hills of high altitude and magnificence.
As part of the acclimatization plan we will ascend Pico Austria (5353m) and the beautiful Pequeño Alpamayo (5430m) through glacial transit.
To finish, we will travel to the base of the famous Huayna Potosí (6088mts), we will have two days enjoying one of the classics of the Cordillera Real.
Why choose us?
- Professional bilingual guides.- Training in wilderness first aid.
- Personalized advice in Argentina and Bolivia.
Experience, responsibility, and services tailored to your needs.
Next dates: May 21 to 27 | June 01 to 07 | June 10 to 17.
Meeting place: 11hs, La Paz.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medical qualification with stress ergometry | Previous experience (+5000m) | Excellent physical condition.
Min group: 2 people.
Gear list: is sent when booking.
If needed, it is possible to rent the necessary gear in the city of La Paz.
Please consider arriving two days before the start of the expedition to allow for altitude adjustment.
Addressed to:
- People in excellent physical condition and previous mid-mountain experience
- Those who understand the mountain environment, are willing to participate and adapt, and wish to share the experience in a group.
- Involves walking on scree, snow, or ice. The use of crampons and descents via mountain scree are possible.
- You can choose to book this experience for yourself if you do not wish to participate in a group.
Meeting in La Paz. Acclimatization day.
Circular ride along the cable cars to see the city from the air (2 hours).
This activity will allow us to be at height passively. 4pm, walk through the Witches market.
We will travel by private transfer to the starting point, from there we will visit the three "summits" from where we will have an impressive view of Huayna Potosí (6088m). Return to the city of La Paz. Rest of the afternoon free to rest.
We will start the day very early, taking the transport to La Rinconada. When we get there, we will send the load on mules and we will prepare to trek to Pico Austria (5320m). After reaching the summit from where we will have a beautiful panoramic view of the Condoriri or Condor's Head, we will descend to the refuge on the shores of the beautiful Chiar Kkota Lagoon, which will be our base for the next objective.
In the early morning we begin our approach to the foot of the glacier, from there roped we will continue our ascent to our objective, the summit of the Pequeño Alpamayo, from there we can contemplate the mountains that surround it. The guide in charge may decide that the objective of the day is Pico Tarija (5380mts), to preserve the safety of the group (if necessary).
Return to La Paz.
Rest day to fully recover for the next objective.
VWe will travel by private transfer from the city to the base of Huayna Potosí. From there we will begin a trekking to the hut in high camp (5160m) from where we will attempt the summit. To give you more chances of reaching the summit, we include carrying a sleeping bag, crampons and double boots (service not included in the descent).
This day we will try to summit. We will begin the ascent at 2 in the morning taking advantage of the consistency of the terrain. We will enjoy the unique sunrise, the route has a difficult section, the "pala chica" (30 meters, 45 degrees). Then, the ascent continues calmly until the “Pala Grande” that will take us to the summit, the last section with medium technical difficulty. The descent will be along the same path to reach the base camp and later to the city of La Paz. End of services.
- Professional Guide authorized according to current legislation in Bolivia (gruops bigger than 2 people).
- Professional Guide EPGAMT (Argentina) who will accompany you during the expedition and ascents.
- Transfer from La Paz to the mountain round trip.
- Porters / mules in Condoriri and Huayna (group gear and food).
- Food throughout the mountain days.
- Cost of the Cable Car trip.
- Mountain Hut: 1 night in Condoriri and 1 night in Huayna Potosí.
- Hostel in La Paz: 4 nights (shared room | bunk bed | shared bathroom).
- Personalized assistance before and during the trip.
- Small groups
- Pictures taken during the activity in digital format.
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Hotel in La Paz (outside the expedition days).
- Food / Drinks in La Paz.
- Individual clothing / equipment.
- Snacks / meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses caused by abandonment of activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
- Tips.
- High-quality photography without a watermark.
- Drone Photography / Video.
- Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.
"Excellent in every way, well-organized. The two experiences I had with Sil, one in Bolivia and now in Catamarca, demonstrate his commitment to clients who have become our friends.
Thank you, Sil, for supporting me and always encouraging me to do more."
Gustavo B., Huayna Potosí (6088m) - Ojos del Salado Expedition (6893m).
She always takes care of everything; it's very reassuring to be able to climb with Sil. I had the opportunity to climb Cerro Plata and to do an expedition in Peru in the Cordillera Blanca, Ishinca, and Urus. I recommend her because she's always one step ahead of any situation, which generally makes for unique expeditions. Thank you for helping me expand my limits."
Matías F., Expeditions: Cerro Plata (5968m), White Mt. Range (2x5000)
