In pre-Columbian times a great economic movement united the people of the Andes from the Highlands to the Lowlands. These people built the trails that made that economy possible. The trails were so well constructed that the local people still use them today as a means of transporting goods. We offer a wonderful collection of treks through some of Bolivia’s and indeed South Americas most beautiful landscapes. We offer treks for all levels of fitness. Please use our Trek rating as a guide.

TREKKING

CLASSIC TAKESI TRAIL - 3 DAYS

DAY 1
Departure from La Paz stopping off at San Francisco mine which is located close to Takesi mountain (2 hours). It is here we begin the trek on a very well preserved pre Inca stone road. After one hour will will have trekked up to approximately 4850M. The views from here are spectacular. From this point on we will decend into the valley below. It takes 5 hours approx.

DAY 2
We continue our decent down to warmest section of the trek. Here we will be surrounded by giant ferns, a large variety of different trees, stunning wild orchids and other interesting flora. Camp will be in Kakapi.

DAY 3
We will arrive in Chojlla, a miner town, where transport will be waiting. Return to La Paz.

INCLUDED
. Food
. Private transportation
. Guide ( English / French)
. Mountain equipment
. Tents
. Porters

PELECHUCO (AGUA BLANCA) CURVA (LAGUNILLAS) - 7 DAYS

This is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful roads in Bolivia. The Landscapes are spectacular, and the Mountain Range of Apolobamba is magnificent. This is also due the huge variety of flora and fauna on display. The road is approximately 4000M ABSL at the start rising to 5000M at various points on the trek. The road was at one time used by the Kallawayas to access the lowland areas of the Apolobamba Mountain Range.

DAY 1
Departure is from La Paz. Arrive in the evening at the Lodge. Dinner

DAY 2 AGUA BLANCA - PALCA
Departure from Agua Blanca (3969m.) at 09:00
We pass by the old place where was Agua Blanca, Tacachillani and we visit the Watara ruins and the Pelechuco town, and we continue to Itapullini. We go up to Keansani 4789 m . continue to Palca where we camp. Trek 7 - 8 hours. Way up

DAY 3 PALCA - SUNCHULLI
Departure from Palca at 09:00 we head down to the river Usipala and continue to San Juan de Hilo Hilo (4010m.). Liduini Lagoon. Finally we will reach Apacheta Sunchulli (5060m.), the highest point of the trek. Descend to 4719m and Camp. DECENT

DAY 4 SUNCHULLLI - INCACANCHA
We Trek to Apacheta Viscachani 4833m, Qellwa Khota lagoon, and Apacheta at 4597 m. Here we can admire the Akahamani and Illampu mountains. The trek then continues down to Apacheta Mil Curvas (4181m.), and we continue to Incacancha (4009m.). Set Camp. Trek 7 - 8 hours. DECENT

DAY 5 INCACANCHA - J ATUMPAMPA
We go up to Tambillo Apacheta (4579m.) we descend till Paso Apacheta Qollawaya de Moro Qarqa(4556m.)
Finally we arrive to Jatumpampa, our campsite at 3984m. Trek 6 - 7 hours. WAY UP

DAY 6 JATUMPAMPA - LAGUNILLAS
From Jatumpampa we descend to the river Llujlla, and we continue to Curva town. This is considered to be the cradle of the Kallawaya culture and is located on a hill at 3780m. The trek ends in Lagunillas community.

7TH DAY RETURN TO LA PAZ

INCLUDED
. Food
. Local guide
. Porters
. Animals
. Camping equipment
. Local bus / or private transportation on request

NOT INCLUDED
. Sleeping bag *
. Entrence fee
. Drinking water

Departures by 4x4 on request Departures by local buses 3 times a week.Dry season: April to November
Raining season: December to March

THE CHORO TRAIL - 4 DAYS

This trek is approximately 70km in length and will take 3 days to complete. This trek is a decent into the tropical Yungas region where you will get the opportunity to soak up some sun and relax after the trek. On the way you will get to see stunning landscapes beautiful birds, and a huge variety of flora and fauna. The tour will end in the extremely laidback tropical town of Coroico.

Day 1
Departure is from La Paz in a private vehicle up to “La Cumbre ". The trek begins at the the top of the mountain (4.720 ABSLl) and we head towards the Chucura community. After a brief rest we continue the decent to Challapampa at 3.200M. Camp

Day 2
From Challapampa the trek continues to the small town of Choro. On the road you can expect to see loads of plants, birds, and butterflies. After a short rest we continue to Pabellonani and Camp. This will be 6 hours of trek.

Day 3
From Pabellonan the trek moves on to the Japanese house. The house is owned by a Japanese hermit who has lived more or less in isolation in Sandillani for 20 years, trek of 6 hours. Camp will be at the Japanese house.

Day 4
From "Campo Sandillani" we trek to the small town of Chairo which will take 3 hours. Private transport will be waiting to take us to Coroico. After a few hours relaxing in the hotel, we will return to La Paz .

CHORO LA CUMBRE - COROICO

INCLUDED
. the meals
. private transport
. tour guide
. tents bi personals
. cooking stuff
. porters and animals to carry the bags.

NOT INCLUDED
. Sleeping bag *
. Entrence fee
. Drinking water

* SLEEPING BAGS CAN BE HIRED FOR A SMALL CHARGE

Ideal Dates: Dry season March to November.
Departures: Every day

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