Trekking Khotia – 3 Days in the Royal Range

3 Days 2 Nights

Trekking Khotia – 3 Days in the Royal Range (Cordillera Real), La Paz – Bolivia

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day trek through the stunning Royal Range of Bolivia, beginning in the picturesque Khotia region, known for its crystal-clear glacial lakes and dramatic mountain landscapes.

Highlights of this trek include:

Throughout the trek, you may also encounter Andean wildlife, including llamas, vicuñas, and vizcachas.

This trek is ideal for those seeking awe-inspiring natural beauty, fresh mountain air, and an immersive hiking experience through the heart of the Andes. It also serves as an excellent acclimatization hike before attempting higher-altitude mountaineering expeditions.

We also recommend checking out these trekking options:

Trekking Cordillera Real -5 day

Trekking Condoriri - 3 Days 

ITINERARY:

  • Day
    1

    La Paz (3600m. / 11811ft) - khotia Lagoon (4570m. / 14993ft) - AJWANI LAGOON (4610m. /15124ft.)

    We will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00am and we will drive for around 4 hours out of the city and through the Andean highlands until we reach Khotia lagoon  (4570m. / 14993ft.)

    From Khotia lagoon we will start the trek. We start ascending to the Contador passage (4750 m. / 15583 ft.). Later we sescend to the valley near Surakhota lagoon and we continue through the hillside to get to AJWANI LAGOON (4610m. /15124 ft.) Where we will pass the night.

    This day  hiking time will be 4 - 5 hours  (8 km.)

  • Day
    2

    AJWANI LAGOON (4610m. /15124ft.) - Jurikhota lagoon (4700 m.  / 15419ft.)

    We will have breakfast at 8:00am

    On this day from AJWANI LAGOON (4610m. /15124ft.) - . we do hiking to Sistana Lagoon in the morning and later we cross Janchallani passage, located at (4900 m. / 16076 ft). And from there. we enjoy a breath taking view to peaks of cordillera real. After it we descend to the Jurikhota lagoon (4700 m.  / 15419ft.) we will set up our camp, at the lagoon shore, have  the night  there.

    This day  hiking time will be 4 - 5 hours  (7 km.)

  • Day
    3

    Jurikhota Lagoon (4700 m.  / 15419ft.) - Pico Austria (5350m. / 17552ft) - Chiar Khota Lagoon (4700 m.  / 15419ft. )

    8:00 am we will have breakfast

    On this day from Jurikhota Lagoon (4700 m.  / 15419ft.) . We begin hiking by lagoon shore, enjoying the reflection of the mountain in the lagoon. Later we go upward to the turquoise waters of the frozen lagoon  (4880 m.  / 16010 ft.)  From there we admire the left wing and the condor shaped head of Condoriri. Then we got to Austria peak 5350  meters / (17552ft) . the highest of the trek, and from Autria peak, we can see the entire shape of the Mountain Condoriri,(shape of a Condor with its wings spread wide), Lake Titicaca, the west face of Huayna Potosi, and numerous other peaks of the Cordillera Real. Later we descend to Chiakhota lagoon (4700 m.  / 15419ft.) . then + 30 minutes to Rinconada where our car is waiting us to back to La Paz City. arrival time to La Paz City 18:30 pm aprox.
    This day  hiking time will be 5 - 6 hours  (9 km.)

INCLUDED:

Transportation

  • Private transport:
    • Pick-up from hotel in central La Paz
    • Transfer to trek starting point
    • Return transfer to La Paz after trek

Accommodation & Camping Equipment

  • 2 nights camping in high mountain campsites
  • 4-season mountaineering tents (shared, 2-person)
  • Sleeping mat
  • Full cooking setup
  • Optional in the área are available basic lodges if you prefer you can sleep there.

 Meals & Hydration

  • 3 days of freshly prepared meals:
    • Day 1 lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
    • Day 2 Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
    • Day 3 Breakfast, lunch
  • Breakfast ( fruit salad, eggs, pancake etc..)
  • Lunch ( rice, quinoa, noodles with vegetables and chicken, beef, etc.)
  • Tea / Hot drinks (coffee, cocoa, Jam, butter, cocoa, cookie,  tea of anise, chamomile, coca and trimate etc..)
  • Dinner  (vegetable soup + maind dish)
  • Drinking water (filtered/boiled)

Vegetarian, vegan, or dietary options usually available with prior notice.

Support Staff

  • Trekking guide (Spanish-speaking or bilingual)
  • Muleteers
  • Mules to carry meals, camping equipment, meals, kitchenware and customer items.

Luggage & Gear Transport

  • Personal luggage allowance carried by animals

NOT INCLUDED

  • Travel Insurance

PAKING LIST:

To make easier, we prepared a list of essential things to bring for 5 day trekking

Clothing:

  • Base layers (thermal underwear) – moisture-wicking tops & bottoms
  • Mid layers – fleece jacket or wool sweater
  • Outer layer – waterproof and windproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
  • Trekking pants – comfortable, quick-dry
  • thermal  T-shirts – moisture-wicking
  • Warm hat – wool or fleece
  • Sun hat or cap
  • Gloves –lightweight liner gloves
  • Socks – wool or synthetic trekking socks
  • Buff or neck gaiter

Footwear

  • Trekking shoes – waterproof, broken-in
  • Camp shoes/sandals – lightweight and comfortable  (optional)

Sleeping Gear

  • Sleeping bag – rated for at least -15°C

Backpack

  • Daypack (20 – 35L) – for daily essentials and snacks
  • Mountaineering  duffle bag or  extra backpack  – to carry your gear and supplies in the donkeys or horses.

Trekking Gear

  • Trekking poles – adjustable and sturdy   (optional)
  • Headlamp / flashlight
  • Sunglasses – UV protection, polarized preferred
  • Water bottles or hydration bladder (2 liters capacity)

Personal Items

  • Personal medications – altitude sickness meds (consult doctor), painkillers, diarrhea meds, etc.
  • First aid kit – blister pads, antiseptic, bandages
  • Sunscreen – SPF 50+ (very important at high altitude)
  • Lip balm – SPF protection
  • Toiletries – toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, quick-dry towel
  • Toilet paper

Food & Snacks

  • Energy bars, nuts, dried fruit, chocolates, Candies

Documents & Money

  • ID/passport
  • Cash – small denominations
  • Travel insurance details

Optional Extras

  • Camera or cellphone
  • Power bank
  • Guide tips

CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT:

Conditions of Contract:

The mountaineering and hiking tours offered by our company involve inherent risks, including those associated with altitude, terrain, weather conditions, physical exertion, and other unpredictable circumstances.

By booking and participating in a tour, the customer acknowledges and accepts these risks and confirms that they have made their decision to participate based on their own physical condition, experience, and abilities.

1.-  Confirmation and payment:        

  •   After confirming the tour with payment.
  • The confirmation is  valid for the date and time indicated on it.
  • The customer is responsible for the tour and must prevent factors that can make themselves sick or injure that can cause to loss the trip.

2.-  Tour cancellations :

  • From the date of reservation up to 15 days before the trip: A 15% cancellation fee of the total tour price will apply.
  • From 15 days up to 2 days before the trip: A 30% cancellation fee of the total tour price will apply.
  • 1 day before the trip: A 50% cancellation fee of the total tour price will apply.
  • On the departure day: A 100% cancellation fee of the total tour price will apply.

3.-  Postponements:

  • From the date of reservation up to 2 days before the trip: Postponements are allowed free of charge.
  • 1 day before the trip, until 7:00 PM: A 25% postponement fee of the total tour price will apply.
  • 1 day before the trip, from 7:00 PM to 11:59 PM: A 40% postponement fee of the total tour price will apply.
  • On the departure day: A 50% postponement fee of the total tour price will apply.

4.- Insurance:

  • Customers participate in the tour at their own risk and full responsibility.
  • The tour price does not include travel insurance, including coverage for accidents, medical expenses, emergency treatment, evacuation.
  • Customers are strongly advised to obtain comprehensive travel insurance that provides adequate coverage for the activities and destinations included in their tour.

5.- Climatological Factors:

  • Customers are responsible for selecting their preferred travel date and should consider seasonal and weather conditions when planning their trip. If the tour cannot be completed due to adverse weather or other climatological conditions, no refund will be provided.

6.- Equipment losses or damages during the tour:

  • Customers are responsible for taking proper care of all equipment provided to them by the company during the tour.
  • In the event that any equipment is lost, damaged, or returned in an unusable condition due to the customer’s negligence or misuse, the customer will be responsible for covering the cost of repair or replacement. Any applicable charges must be paid at the end of the tour.