DESCRIPTION:
From La Paz, we head towards beautiful Lake Titicaca which, at 12.532ft / 3820m above sea level, is one of the highest navigable lakes in the world. We continue our journey eastwards to tranquil Condoriri Valley where we find our first base camp. On the shores of Laguna Chiar Kota, we prepare ourselves, surrounded by numerous mountains, for our first two objectives: Little Illusion (17.060ft / 5200m) and Little Alpamayo (17.618ft / 5370m).
Without leaving this region which holds some of the highest Andean peaks, we head towards Zongo Valley. An old mining road leads to Huayna Potosi Refuge where we will begin our third peak: Huayna Potosi (19.973ft / 6088m). Its majestic figure makes it one of the most beautiful and recognizable mountains in Bolivia.
One alternative that Nasqa Expeditions offers you is the possibility of including in the itinerary the highest mountain in the Cordillera Real: Illimani (21.125ft / 6439m). This mountain, with its omnipotent glacier that dominates the landscape of La Paz, is probably the most famous mountain in Bolivia.

Location: Cordillera Real -Bolivia
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Length: 12 Days / 16 days with Illimani extension
Guide to Climber Ratio: 1:3
Prerequisites: Excellent Physical Condition

DATES:
Jul. 13th 11`and Aug. 3rd 11`
For a private trip:Contact us
Price: Contact us

SERVICES:

INCLUDED
•Bilingual (Spanish-English) UIAGM / IFMGA Mountain Guide
•All overland private transportations mentioned in the itinerary
•2 nights Hotel accommodation in La Paz (includes breakfast)
•Welcome and Farewell Dinners in La Paz (does not include drinks)
•One night Hotel in Copacabana (breakfast included)
•All necessary permits for all the different mountains
•Donkey or llamas for equipment transport (in Condoriri Valley)
•Full camp service at Condoriri Valley
•The North Face tents for high mountain camps
•Two nights accommodation in the Huayna Potosi Refuge (breakfast and dinner included)
•Porters for group gear (not personal gear) to Camp Argentina on Huayna Potosi
•All meals on the mountains
•Communication equipment

SERVICES INCLUDED FOR ILLIMANI EXTENSION
•One night Hotel in La Paz (breakfast included)
•Private overland transportation (La Paz – Estancia Una – La Paz)
•Donkey or llamas for equipment transport to Puente Roto Camp
•Porters to high camp Nido de Cóndores

NOT INCLUDED
•Costs associated with leaving the expedition early or emergency rescue.
•Travel and Medical insurance
•Personal porters
•Any other cost not specified in the list of included services.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Arrival in La Paz (11.811ft / 3600m)
At the airport in La Paz, you will be met by Nasqa Expeditions. Welcome Dinner and a night in Hotel.

Day 2: La Paz – Copacabana, Lake Titicaca (13.123ft / 4000m)
Travel to the picturesque city of Copacabana, on the banks of Lake Titicaca. Night in Hotel.

Day 3: Copacabana – Tuni: Trekking to Laguna Chiar Khota Base Camp (15.091ft / 4600m)
Private transport from Copacabana to Tuni. Trek from Tuni to Base Camp on the shores of Laguna Chiar Khota (3 hours).

Day 4: Rest day and acclimatization at Base Camp
A short acclimatization hike to the glacier, where we will practice different glacier travel techniques and crevasse rescue. Return to Base Camp.

Day 5: Base Camp – Summit of Little Illusion (17.060ft / 5200m) – Base Camp
Before sunrise, we will hike to the glacier and from there, we will put to use the techniques we learned the day before. Traveling in a rope team, we will safely ascend to the summit. Return to Base Camp (6 hours).

Day 6: Base Camp – Summit of Little Alpamayo (17.618ft / 5370m) – Base Camp
As we did on Day 5, we will start the day early so as to travel on the glacier in the safest manner. We will first climb to the summit of Tarija (17.060ft / 5200m) and then to the summit of Little Alpamayo (17.618ft / 5370m). Return to Base Camp (8 hours).

Day 7: Laguna Chiar Khota – Huayna Potosi Refuge (15.419ft / 4700m)
We will descend to Tuni, where a 4x4 vehicle waits to bring us to the Huayna Potosi Refuge. This refuge, where we will spend the night, lies in Zongo Pass.

Day 8: Huayna Potosi Refuge – Argentina Camp (18.044ft / 5500m)
Ascend to Argentina Camp. Porters will help us carry our gear and equipment. This trek takes approximately 5 hours.

Day 9: Argentina Camp – Summit Huayna Potosi (19.973ft / 6088m) – Huayna Potosi Refuge
We must start our day early if we are to summit Huayna Potosi. The trail takes us over spectacular glaciers and snow slopes (5-7 hours). We descend to Huayna Potosi Refuge where we will spend a second night.

Day 10: Huayna Potosi Refuge – La Paz
Private transport to the city of La Paz. Lodging in La Paz at the Hotel.

Day 11: Extra day
These days are included in case of bad weather or other circumstances which alter the normal itinerary.

Day 12: Return flight
Nasqa Expeditions will bring you to the airport for your return flight.

PROGRAM EXTENSION - ILLIMANI (21.125ft / 6439m)

Day 11: La Paz – Puente Roto Camp (14.435ft / 4400m)
A 4WD vehicle will take us to Estancia Una or Pinaya (3-4hours). From there, we hike 3-4 hours to reach Puente Roto Camp.

Day 12: Puente Roto Camp – Nido de Condores Camp (17.716ft /5400m)
From Puente Roto, we will hike to our high camp, Nido de Condores (4-5 hours). We will contract porters to help transport group equipment.

Day 13: Nido de Condores – Summit Illimani (21.125ft / 6439m) – Puente Roto Camp
Ascend to the summit of Illimani (5-7 hours). We will descend via Nido de Condores Camp where we will take down our tents, pack up our gear and continue down to Puente Roto where we will spend our final night on the mountain.

Day 14: Puente Roto Camp – La Paz
Descend to Estancia Una (2-3 hours). Private transport back to La Paz and lodging in Hotel.

Day 15: Extra day
Extra day are included in the itinerary in case of bad weather or other circumstances which might disrupt the normal schedule.

Day 17: Return Flight
Nasqa Expeditions will bring you to the airport for your return flight.

EQUIPMENTS:

EXPEDITION GEAR
Comfortable backpack of 75 liters or more
Daypack (optional)
Headlamp with spare bulbs & batteries (Petzl Zoom or Tikka type)
Sleeping bag expedition type at least -20ºC (-4ºF) (1 kg of down preferred)
Ridge Rest or Thermarest sleeping pad- full length and repair kit
Pocketknife, plate, cup, spoon, fork (for altitude camps)
Water bottles (two 1-liter or one 2-liter bottle)
Thermos (1-liter)
Sunscreen SPF 30-40
Lip balm SPF 20-40 (2 sticks)
Personal care items
Personal first aid kit
Book, walkman or anything to entertain yourself in the tent or at the refuge
Earplugs (optional)

CLOTHING
**Cotton blends are not acceptable
Long sleeve T shirt
Lightweight long underwear tops and bottoms (2 pairs)
Expedition weight long underwear top and bottom (1 pair)
Fleece Jackets (1 lightweight and 1 midweight to heavyweight
Insulated down or synthetic jacket
Waterproof & breathable jacket (Gore-Tex or soft-shell)
Waterproof & breathable pants (Gore-Tex or soft-shell)
Fleece pants

HEAD
Sun cap or hat and bandana to protect the neck and head
Wool or fleece hat
Balaclava (midweight to heavyweight)
Sunglasses with UV filter (styles with nose and side protection preferred)
Ski goggles
**If you wear contact lenses or glasses, we recommend packing an extra pair

HANDS
Synthetic gloves (2 pair lightweight, fleece or polypropylene)
Fleece mittens (1 pair)
Gore-Tex overmitts (Gore-Tex or down mitts such as The North Face Mountain Guide Mitt recommended)

FEET
Liner socks (2-3 pairs of smooth wool, nylon or polypropylene)
Thick socks (3 pairs)
Sandals or any light and comfortable footwear (optional)
Light hiking boots or trekking shoes
Double/Plastic boots (Koflach type)
Gaiters (large enough to fit over double/plastic boots)

TECHICAL EQUIPMENT
Light mountaineering axe
Crampons (rigid or semi-rigid; no straps)
Climbing harness
Climbing helmet
2 locking carabiners + belay device (ATC type)
3 meter long 6mm cordelette
Trekking poles (telescopic)

TRAVELING
Duffel bag
Travel clothes