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Day
01LA PAZ (3,600 m / 11,811 ft) - BASE CAMP (4,700 m / 15,419 ft) - HIGH CAMP (5,300 m / 17,388 ft).
8:30 a.m. Departure from La Paz City (3,600 m / 11,811 ft) to the Huayna Potosí Base Camp (4,700 m / 15,419 ft), approximately a 2-hour drive.
At base camp, we will have lunch and prepare all our climbing gear.
After lunch, we will hike for about 2.5 hours along a steep, rocky trail to reach the High Camp (5,300 m / 17,388 ft).
Early dinner will be served around 5:00 p.m., followed by rest and overnight stay in the mountain lodge. -
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02ASCENT OF THE HUAYNA POTOSI (6.055 meters / 19 865 feet) / SOUTH PEAK FRENCH FACE - LA PAZ (3.600 meters / 11 811 feet.)
Technical climb (D + / II).
Around 3:00 a.m., we begin our early morning departure across the glacier, heading toward the upper sections of Huayna Potosí. Our first milestone is the Argentinian Camp at 5,470 m (17,946 ft).
Continuing the ascent, at approximately 5,550 m (18,209 ft) we turn left toward the southwest, reaching the base of the ice wall 250m. . From here, we begin an exciting technical climb on ice, with slopes ranging between 65° and 70°, leading us directly to the summit.
After about 2 hours of climbing, we reach the summit of Huayna Potosí at 6,055 m (19,865 ft), where we enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Cordillera Real and the Altiplano — a truly unforgettable moment.
The descent follows the normal route back to High Camp, where we will rest and regain energy with hot vegetable soup and warm drinks. After reorganizing our backpacks, we continue descending to Base Camp, where our vehicle will be waiting.
We then return to La Paz, concluding the expedition at approximately 2:00 p.m.
Huayna Potosi via the French route (2 days)
2 Days 1 NightITINERARY:
INCLUDED:
- A Professional Mountaineering Guide for every 2 customers
Experienced, certified guide for the entire ascent.
- Technical Mountain Equipment:
- Crampons
- Harness
- Double boots
- Ice axe
- Gaiters
- Helmet
- Optional Clothing (We recommend bringing and wearing your own clothing based on your personal preferences).
no worries, if you don’t have your own — we provide:- Windproof jacket
- Windproof pants
- Mittens (mitts)
- Flecce Pants
- Facemask
- Flecce Jacket
- Private Transportation
- La Paz City – Base Camp
- Base Camp – La Paz City.
- All meals included during the tour (breakfast, lunch, and dinner):
- Day 1 (lunch, hot drink in the afternoon, dinner).
- Day 2 (breakfast, vegetable soup, hot drinks
- Accommodation:
- Night at High Camp ( Lodge).
NOT INCLUDED:
- Travel Insurance.
It is important that your travel insurance also covers mountaineering at a high altitude.
Packing List (Required for All Participants):
To sleep:
- Sleeping Bag (–10°C to –15°C rating): A high-quality, cold-weather sleeping bag designed to keep you warm during the night.
Backpacks:
- Daypack (35 liters) – for summit day.
- Bagpack (55 – 70 liters) – used at from Base Camp To High Camp to carry al mountaineering gear. (If you here your own personal porter, you can use a backpack or duffel bag for the porter to carry).
Headwear:
- Beanie – should be warm, breathable, and moisture-wicking, made from materials like merino wool or synthetics to keep your head and ears insulated and dry in cold, high-altitude conditions.
- Buff – A must-have for all outdoor activities
- Sun Hat – Any style of lightweight hat for shading the head will work well
- Sunglasses – with strong UV protection
- Headlamp –A modern outdoor LED headlamp offering 200-300 lumens of output.
Handwear:
- lightweight liner gloves
- Insulated mittens or expedition gloves, no worries if you don’t have your own—we provide them.
Clothing (Layered System for High-Altitude Climbing):
- Base Layer – thermal underwear (top and bottom)
- Mid Layer – fleece or insulated jacket and pants
- Outer Layer – waterproof and windproof jacket and pants
- Down Jacket – for cold summit conditions
Footwear:
- Socks – Bring three pairs of light–midweight wool hiking socks, plus one heavyweight pair for cold weather.
- Hiking Shoes – sturdy and broken-in for comfort
- Mountaineering boots
- We Recommend to bring your own muntaineering boots, because as you’re already accustomed on them and they will be more comfortable during the climb.
- However, no worries if you don’t have your own—we provide a suitable pair for you.
- We Recommend to bring your own muntaineering boots, because as you’re already accustomed on them and they will be more comfortable during the climb.
Accessories & Essentials:
- Sunscreen – high SPF
- Personal Medication – any prescription or altitude-related meds
- Toilet Paper – personal supply
- Personal Hygiene Items – toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.
Other Items:
- Snacks – energy bars, nuts, dried fruit for the summit attempt
- 50 BOB (Bolivianos) – entrance fee for the national park
- Cash for Guide Tips – tipping is appreciated and customary
- Optional Rentals (If Needed):
- Sleeping bag (-15 °C): USD 30
- Trekking poles: USD 30
- Personal porter: USD 80 , up and down from Base Camp to High Camp.
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