Condoriri

18,532 ft/5,650 m

Tour Overview

Condoriri is considered to be one of the most beautiful peaks in Bolivia and quite possibly in the entire Andes. Condoriri's three peaks appear to be a condor lifting its wings before takeoff. The area which serves as basecamp, was first explored by the British mountaineer Sir Martin Conway who said that as night fell "clouds" of condors appeared overhead. Although not as numerous today, it is still possible to see one or two condors circling high above the Bolivian Mountains.

    Highlights

  • One of the most beautiful mountain in the World
  • One of the best routes in the Cordillera Real
  • Beautiful views over Amazon Basin and Cordillera Real

    • Suitable for

  • Average fitness.
  • Acclimatized and determined people.
  • Experienced climbers.

    Land costs include:

  • Transportation. Bolivian Journeys has a private driver to provide in country transport, thus ensuring our safety and facilitating an independent schedule that does not depend on public transportation.
  • Food. We eat high quality meals using fresh local ingredients.
  • All group climbing gear.
  • Mules.
  • Professional mountain guide.

    • Land costs do not include:

  • Meals except while climbing.
  • Park fee .
  • Gratuities to guides and staff.
  • Insurance.
  • Rescue or medical expenses that may occur during the trip.

  • Day 1

    Departure 9:00 am, 10:30 arrival to Plaza de Llamas 4,500 m (14,760 ft). We meet our arriero and his llamas, with the animals carrying the bulk of our gear, we make an easy-paced ascent to our base camp at 4,600 m (15,100 ft). The trek takes us through some beautiful valley landscapes, and our camp provides excellent views of the many surrounding mountains and puts us in position to make the ascents. We set up camp near a lake below the magnificently sculptured white tower of Condoriri.

  • Day 2

    We proceed to Condoriri with moderately steep terrain of snow and ice and wonderful exposure from the narrow airy summit. It is a highly memorable and challenging climb for even the most seasoned alpinist. From the summit, we have breathtaking views of the Amazon Basin, the barren Altiplano, and the impressive Cordillera Real. Two hrs hike to Plaza de Llamas and drive to La Paz.

    Tops

  • 1 lightweight, long sleeve polypropylene shirts
  • 1 medium weight fleece shirt or wool sweater
  • 1 fleece jacket
  • 1 outer shell jacket with hood *

    • Bottoms

  • 1 pair long underwear bottoms
  • 1 pair wind pants *

    • Footwear

  • 1 pairs wool socks
  • 1 pair light weight trekking

    • Boots

  • 1 pair trekking boots
  • 1 pair plastic expedition boots *
  • 1 pair gaiters *

    • Hand wear

  • 1 pair fleece mittens
  • 1 pair overmitts

    • Head gear

  • 1 wool hat
  • 1 pair glacier glasses
  • 1 sunhat

    • Sleeping gear

  • 1 down or synthetic sleeping bag (rated to 15 F) *
  • 1 full length closed cell foam pad

    • Pack

  • 1 daypack for approach hike and possible use on summit day and carry-on bag
  • 1 large (7,500+ cu.in.) duffle bag for gear, include small padlock

    • Climbing gear

  • 1 climbing harness *
  • 1 pair crampons *
  • 1 ice axe (60-70 cm) *
  • 1 locking carabiner *
  • 1 regular biner *
  • 1 equipment sling (1" tubular webbing, approx. 6' long)
  • 1 helmet *

    • Misc

  • 1 first-aid kit
  • 1 headlamp, include extra batteries *
  • 1 one quart water bottle
  • Lip balm (spf 30) and sun screen (spf 40)
  • Pocket knife
  • Adjustable ski poles (highly recommended)*

( * ) Items can be rented from Bolivian Journeys

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Tour details:

Altittude: 18,532 ft/5,650 m

Days: 2 days

Difficulty: Advanced

Location: Cordillera Real