Returning to your research basecamp, it's time to take on the peak you were looking at all week! A challenging summit with glacial terrain from the start, accessible for first time mountaineers with good acclimatisation however.
DEPARTURE DATES CONFIRMED (maximum group sizes 16 per departure date)
13-14 July
15-16 July
19-20 July
| Price per person (GBP) | |
|---|---|
| Groups of 5+ | £225 |
Itinerary
DAY ONE
Depart La Paz early morning for Huayna Potosi basecamp. With technical equipment in tow, we make our way to the base of the glacier to learn essential skills on the ice for the following day’s summit attempt. Continue trekking to high camp a 5,250m.
DAY TWO
An early start (2am) towards the summit of the Huayna Potosi mountain (6,088m). From the peak we will be able to enjoy views of the altiplano, La Paz, the valleys entering into the jungle, Lake Titicaca and the entire Cordillera Real. We will then start our descent back to base camp and onward to Laguna Zongo, where our vehicle will be waiting for us to return to La Paz.
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What's Included
INCLUDED
- Transport from La Paz and back
- All meals while in the mountains
- Hut accommodation at high camp
- Permits
- Mountain guide (ratio of 2 climbers to 1 guide)
- Technical equipment – boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet, gaiters, ropes, climbing hardware
- Porter support (technical kit, sleeping bags and food supplies)
NOT INCLUDED
- Sleeping bag
- Personal clothing and gear (warm clothes, waterproofs, hat, gloves, sunglasses, water bottle, sunscreen)
- Day pack for approach and summit attempt
- Additional snacks during trek