Huayna potosi 6088m. 2 day Climb
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From $135.00
15 reviews (4.93)
Price varies by group size
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Duration: 48 hours
Departs: La Paz, La Paz
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Free cancellation
Overview
Huayna Potosi is Bolivia’s most popular major peak in the Cordillera Real. Located at just 32 km from the city of La Paz, Huayna Potosi is known for its ease of access and imposing beauty as well as the fact that it is 88 meters over the magic 6000 meter figure. Huayna Potosi can be climbed by beginners with a competent guide and technical equipment. Beginners yes, but fit beginners; it’s quite steep toward the end and it’s a tough climb, but well worth the effort!
What's Included
All meals on the mountain
Climbing Equipment:
Crampons, harness, plastic boots, windproof pants and jacket, ice axe, gloves, gaiters, helmet,
Lodging at the Huayna Potosi high camp hut
Private transportation for the group
Professional guide for every 2 customers
What's Not Included
2 liters of water
20 BOB mountain entrance fee
3 pairs of socks (one thick)
Backpack (minimum 50 liter capacity)
Beanie / woolen hat
Fleece jacket / down jacket
Guide tips
Headlamp
Hiking shoes
Personal items
Personal medication
Sleeping bag (rated to – 5 º c)
Snacks for summit attempt
Sunglasses / Sunblock
Thin liner gloves
Toilet paper
Trekking pants or leggings
Traveler Information
- ADULT: Age: 18 - 40
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
Reviews
Why?
Our guide William simply did an allover great job, while taking constant care of safety, informing and motivating us when there was a need.
He constantly prepared every next step, assessed our condition and, most important, set a continuous pace.
The equipment was more than complete and modern, in short words: flawless!
(for example: Petzl crampons and helmet, Scarpa alpine boots and rugged company customized clothes).
We felt safe and well guided at any time, the food was tasty and William took gorgeous photos of us during the trip.
Notice:
We had perfect weather conditions, only few other roped parties on the way and are in good cardio fitness condition.
The ascent from the altitude camp (5200m) to the summit takes around 5 to 6,5 hours, depending on the speed. It's exhausting, slightly technical, and you should adapt consequently to the altitude many days before the trip, to be in the best shape and lower the risk of altitude sickness.
Advanced level of mental and physical fitness is necessary.
All the organization matters were impeccable and at a high level of experience.
Thank's JIWAKI for this awesome experience!
Would recommend doing the 3 day climb as the first day on the ice wall sounds like a lot of fun.
The guides on the climb were great (they don't speak much English though - none really do). They motivated us to get to the top and made sure we got enough rest stops.
You are (as with any company) attached in pairs to a guide.
The hike itself is tough but worth the effort to reach that 6088m summit. We were there in November and didn't get much of a view but those the day after did.
Refuge and food were comfortable and copious.
In summary, great service and would recommend.
