LA PAZ / PRE-EXPEDITION MEETING

Starting altitude: 3600 meters above sea level. For the Espeletia Expedition team, the acclimatization process and a pre-expedition briefing are essential. Therefore, after landing in La Paz, known as the world's largest base camp, we will hold a welcome briefing to meet the entire team and finalize expedition details. Pre-expedition meeting. Remember: If you require high-altitude gear, please notify us in advance to schedule a meeting at our partner equipment rental shop.
Important: Constant hydration, good rest, and a balanced diet are recommended.  

LA PAZ – CONDORIRI VALLEY, PLACE OF THE CONDOR

Duration: 5 hours
13.5 km trek – 80 km by car
Altitudes: initial 4,500 m above sea level – maximum 5,350 m above sea level – final 4,700 m above sea level 

Meeting point: hostel or main square of La Paz. Time: 7:00 am. We will take the 4x4 vehicle to head to the Condoriri Valley. After leaving the vehicle, we will begin the hike in Rinconada to the base camp (mountain refuge), crossing pristine valleys and lakes, and then do an acclimatization trek to Pico Austria (5350 m).
su cumbre se aprecia la vista del lago Titicaca, la cordillera real y la cara oeste del Huayna Potosí, retornaremos a la paz para tomar la cena y descansar.

LA PAZ-CAMPO ALTO HUAYNA POTOSI

Toma su nombre en lengua materna la región, el aymara , que significa montaña joven ideal para aquellos montañistas que deseen alcanzar los 6.000 msnm. Es un pico icónico que forma parte de la cordillera real, la más grande de Bolivia.

Punto de encuentro hostal o plaza principal 8:00 am. Después de disponer las mochilas en el vehículo 4×4 y conducir rumbo al occidente del país por 2 horas, empezaremos el trekking de ascenso al campo alto, donde escalaremos por morrenas porteando nuestro bolso de asalto, hasta llegar al refugio de montaña que está muy cerca al glaciar, luego de esto cenaremos y descansaremos para el ascenso final.

CAMPO ALTO-CIMA HUAYNA POTOSI

Total distance Huayna
Base camp-high camp –summit-base camp 19 km
Distance from high camp to summit: 8.62 km
Difficulty: High
Maximum altitude 6,086 meters above sea level
Altura minima 4.769 msnm

Después de una bebida caliente, aproximadamente a la 1:00 am continuaremos nuestra caminata a borde glaciar, atravesando terreno rocoso, nieve, hielo y fracturas de glaciares para luego seguir a la cumbre por una hermosa arista que nos permitirá apreciar una de las mejores vistas de la cordillera real, occidental y apolobamba con montañas como sajama, ilimani e illampu. Tardaremos 6 a 5 horas de ascenso a la cumbre y otras 4 horas de descenso hasta el campo base donde tomamos el carro 4×4 para continuar a la ciudad de la Paz donde celebraremos con una deliciosa cena.

REST

Leisure activity. A space to explore the city, shop, or simply enjoy the variety of Bolivian cuisine. 

Vehicle Distance: 290 km
Elevation difference: 630 m

SAJAMA PARK / TRAVEL TO VILLAGE / FROM LA PAZ

The park contains a reserve of queñua shrubs and other wooded areas. It boasts high Andean lagoons, hot springs, and abundant wildlife, including Andean cats, vicuñas, rheas, chockas, condors, and other lesser-known birds. Located a few kilometers from Tambo Quemado, on the Bolivian-Chilean border, Sajama, with its majestic height, dominates the other volcanoes of the western mountain range; it is the "tata," the father of them all.

Trekking distance 4.0 km
Elevation difference: 1000 m

NEVADO SAJAMA / CAMPO ALTO

The following morning, we will begin the ascent to the high ground with the help of porters. After traversing the outer side of the mountain, we will take a ridge to the northwest. A final gully will lead us to our high-altitude camp. Overnight camping. 

Trekking distance 11 km
Difficulty: Somewhat difficult. Trekking 11 km
Elevation difference: 842m

NEVADO SAJAMA / CIMA

Our journey will begin at 4:00 AM; our goal is to conquer the highest peak in Bolivia. We will hike to the summit for approximately 6 to 7 hours. With effort, we will reach the top, from where we will enjoy breathtaking views of the Bolivian Altiplano, also known as the "Tibet of the Andes." Our descent will be directly to base camp where we will rest.

BACKUP DAY

This day will be designated for unforeseen circumstances that may arise, such as a rest day chosen by the group due to physical overload or changes in weather (strong winds). If this day is used, the Espeletia Expedition team will assume the expenses.

The Espeletia team suggests you purchase international insurance with the American Alpine Club: https://americanalpineclub.org/rescue $120 USD (tiene una duración de un año) 

We will send you a checklist before the activity so that you bring everything you need.

• Alimentación ( 8 desayunos – 8 almuerzos – 7 cenas-  ) 
• Payment of entrance fees to communities in mountain areas and entrance to Sajama Park
• 2 noches de hospedaje en Refugios de montaña 
• 4 noches en hotel
• 1 noche de camping
• Entrada a termales
• Private transfers (private transport) from La Paz to: Condoriri Valley and Sajama Park 
• Luggage transport by donkey (Condoriri Valley) 
• Porter to high field Nevado Sajama 
• Guiding (1 guide for 2 people) 
• water filtration 
• Souvenir 
• Camping equipment, kitchen and utensils. 
• Technical equipment (helmet, harness, ice axe, crampons, gaiters)

• Rigid Boots: Specialized boots are mandatory for the summit ascent due to differences in snow density, altitude, and the time required to walk on the surface. 
• Trekking poles 
• Personal mountain equipment (clothing, mountain gear, etc.) 
• Airline tickets 
• Hotel en la paz y Sajama (Días previos y día final) 
• Unspecified services.
• Additional tour to the Salar de Uyuni