Bolivia is on of the least known countries in South America in part due to it’s underdeveloped status and landlocked nature. However it is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the world including the vast expanses of the Uyuni Salta plains, the towering heights of the Cordillera Real and some of South America’s best preserved Amazonian rain forest. All of this is made more dramatic by the jagged peaks of the Andes which divides the cold dry altiplano from the humid tropical lowlands. It’s lack of development also makes Bolivia in a sense the most authentic South American destination you may get to using Latam Pass frequent flyer program. It’s indigenous culture it still strong through its music, religion and ancient traditions. And now with it’s first indigenous president in power, many of these traditions are being strengthened or revived.
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MapiriThe Mapiri is widely recognized as one of the toughest hikes in Bolivia. It was built 150 years ago to transport valuable rubber from the lower Amazon up to La Paz from where it could be exported. It was tough in it’s day but now it’s rare usage makes it even more of a challenge. This trip will take us through a beautiful and remote region of Bolivia, from the Cordillera Real, through the Yungas - a transition ecosystem between the dry Andes and the humid Amazon Basin - and then down into the cloud forest. |
Apolobamaba trekThis trek will take us through the landscape of Apolobamba, a wild and remote mountain range in North West Bolivia. We will also pass through part of the Madidi National Park, it’s tropical and sub tropical forests recognized as one of the most biodiverse regions on earth. Along the way we pass through the old towns of Curva, home to the Kallawaya or witch doctors of Bolivia whose ancient knowledge of herbal and spiritual healing is still widely used throughout the country. |
Trekking and Rafting in the Apolobamba and Madidi National ParkThis trek and rafting will takes as through the heart of the Madidi national Park, following old Inca trails. The first part of our trip will start with a drive through the Altiplano before we cross the Apolobamba mountain range to drop down to the village of Pelechuco. We then head down through thick cloud forest to the Rio Tuichi. In the second part we raft through dry forest and rain forest. On this trip we have de chance to see wildlife e.g. monkeys, Jaguars, bears etc. |
Transcordillera , climbing Pequeno Alpamayo and Huayna PotosiThe Trans Cordillera is one of the more popular treks in the Cordillera Real in which you walk almost from one end to the other of this vast mountain range, crossing several passes and allowing you spectacular views of the Cordillera. Beautiful valleys, stunning glacial lakes and abundant wildlife make it a treat for the sense and on a cultural level we have the opportunity to meet remote indigenous communities largely untouched by modern society. |
Salar de Uyuni with climbing Volcano Tunupa and LicarcaburWe begin this epic journey by driving out across the wild and barren Altiplano to First Sajama National Park. This remote park overlooked by the awesome Sajama peak sits in a resounding silence broken only by the wind in the Quenwa trees and the occasional llama grazing. We take it all in lying back in the natural hot springs. After our night in Sajama village we head south along the border of Chile and Bolivia. |
Salar de uyuni, Sajama, Lago Titicaca, Cordillera trek, climbing Huayna PotosiThe beginning of this trip takes us thought the Salar de Uyuni (Salta Plain) where we get to see a vast landscape like no other on earth. Instead of taking the normal road back to La Paz we travel via Sajama National Park where we experience another wilderness from the comfort of natural hot springs. Later we visit the mythical Lago Titicaca, the birthplace of the Inca civilization and where early inhabitants believed the sun was born. |
Rafting the Rio Tuichi in the Madidi National ParkThis epic jungle trip takes us from the goldmining town of Apolo down into the Madidi National Park, one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet. Here with the help of locals we construct a sturdy raft and set off down the Rio Tuichi where we spend ten days floating through the Bolivian Amazon. The Rio Tuichi is the most exciting river in Bolivia as there are no other white water rivers this size and in such a remotelocation in the country. |
Climbing Illimani (6439m)Illimani is both the highest and the southern most peak in the Cordillera Real. Visible from most of La Paz, Illimani is an imposing sight and perhaps the most important landmark in the city. According to local legend it is the Queen or Mother of the mountain range. Illimani has five peaks in total; three of them over 6,000m. It is a fairly demanding climb and is a true classic. |
Climbing Illampu (6368m)Illampu (6368m) is the northern most mountain in the Cordillera Real, and according to indigenous folklore is considered the King of the mountains. Despite being 6356m, which is 200m shorter than Sajama (6549m) the tallest peak in Bolivia, Illampu is one of the hardest climbs - both physically and technically - both in the Sorata massif and in Bolivia. |
Climbing Huayna Potosi (6088m) 3 daysHuayna Potosi (6088m) in the Bolivian Cordillera Real is one of the classic climbs of the country and towering up to the northeast of La Paz, is a landmark in the capital city. It’s known as one of the easiest 6000m plus mountains to climb in the world and is deservedly one of Bolivia’s most popular climbs. After just 3 hours of walking you arrive at the high camp. Huayna Potosi can be climbed by complete beginners, and provides stunning views of the Cordillera Real, Lake Titikaka (3810m) and the Altiplano (4000m). |