OVERVIEW
TRIP LENGTH
3 Days / 2 Nights
SEASON
January/December
ADVENTURE TYPE
Nature, Treckking, Climbing
DESTINATION
Huayna Potosí
MIN.AGE
18 years old.
TIME OF DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
TRIP BEGINS/ENDS
La Paz
With its 6088 meters above the sea level, Huayna Potosi is one of the highest mountains in Bolivia, and the highest mountain accessible from the Cordillera Real.
Located just 30km from La Paz, it has become the most popular major peak in the country because of its imposing beauty and ease of access: while surpassing the magic 6000 meters figure, this mountain is a majestic natural masterpiece, Huayna Potosi not only constitutes an enjoyable challenge for adventure travelers, but it offers an incredible opportunity to connect with nature, enjoying the beautiful landscapes and observing the fauna in its habitat.
As first-hand explorers and travelers, Enhance Travel has designed a package that prioritizes our clients’ safety and comfort while providing for an amazing experience in one of Bolivia’s most astonishing destinations.
ITINERARY
The tour starts in La Paz at 9am: from here we will drive directly to the basecamp at Zongo Pass, at 4700 m.a.s.l. Here we will hike for approximately 40 minutes until we reach the glacier, where we will get all appropriate instructions and practice climbing for about 2 and half hours. We will then spend the night at our refuge in the basecamp.
Today we will take a 3-hour trek to the high camp, at 5200 meters (17 thousand feet) above the sea level. During the day we will be able to enjoy the monumental views of the mountains over the clouds. We will have an early night at the high camp to prepare for the last day of climbing.
This third day starts at 1am, to start an early walk across the glacier; we will reach the summit at approximately 7am. From here, we will be able to appreciate the incredible view of the Bolivian landscape: on clear days, it is in fact possible to see mount Sajama, the Cordillera Real and Lake Titikaka. After this adventure on the top of the world, we will start to make our way back to the high camp, where we will enjoy a hearty lunch, and later to the basecamp, where our driver will be waiting for us to take us to La Paz. The tour finishes in La Paz at approximately 3pm.
DATES & RATES
Dates
Rates
Supplementary Information
Included:
• Transportation from and to La Paz
• Professional Climbing Guide (1 guide per 2 climbers)
• All meals throughout the tour
• Climbing Equipment (Jacket, Trousers, Balaklava, Gloves, Crampons, Ice Axe, Harness, Boots, Helmet)
• 2-night shared accommodation in the refuges
Not Included:
• Extras not mentioned in the Programme
What to bring:
• Backpack 55 Lts. or up
• Daypack
• Trekking Shoes
• Fleece/Thermals
• Inner gloves
• Headlamp
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Sleeping bag (can be rented)
• Enough cash (local currency)
Comments:
• At any activity, we recommend you to bring enough cash in Bolivianos (BOB), try to usually bring some bills of short value (10 BOB, 20 BOB, 50 BOB)
