Description
Difficult peak, the highest in the northern region of the Cordillera Real, located to the east of Illampu. Its name means “Crystal-clear Water” in Aymara native language. You guessed it, it is a glacier.

Climbing it requires a considerable effort. The first ascent was in 1919 by the same mountaineers who conquered Mount Huayna Potosí: Rudolf Dienst and Adolf Schulze.

This tour will also allow you to appreciate one of the most picturesque colonial villages remaining in Bolivia, the village of Sorata, head of a valley running toward the tropical valleys in the north of the department of La Paz.

Go Bolivia offers you a 7 day tour to admire in its entirety this wonderful peak.

Itinerary

Day1: La Paz Sorata	Departure in the morning on a private vehicle toward Sorata, picturesque village of the Larecaja province (2700 m.a.s.l.) located at the foot of Mount Illampu. In the afternoon, trek to the Caves of San Pedro. Hotel accommodation.
Day 2: Sorata (2700 m.a.s.l) Chilata lagoon (4200 m.a.s.l)	In the morning, we meet our team of muleteers and start walking out of the village. The trek starts with a long ascent. Then, we skirt round Mount Illampu until we reach Chilata lagoon to finish this day’s stage.
Day 3: Chilata lagoon Glaciar lagoon (5050 m.a.s.l)	We leave in the morning to start ascending toward Glaciar lagoon (Base camp), named after a glacier that literally lies on its shore. Magnificent view of Lake Titicaca, the valley of Sorata and the Andes... It was worth the effort.
Day 4: Glaciar lagoon (Base camp) High camp of Ancohuma (5400 m.a.s.l)	We wait for our porters and leave early our Base camp to take advantage of morning’s freshness. We head for the upper levels of the glacier where our High camp is located. (5800 m.a.s.l.)
Day 5: High camp Summit (6427 m.a.s.l) High camp	We leave at dawn attempting to reach the summit. Once we reach it, we can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Titicaca, the tropical valleys of Yungas and other valleys of La Paz. After appreciating the magical environment of the summit, we start descending toward High camp.
Day 6: High camp Chilata lagoon	This day we leave in the morning together with the porters to Chilata lagoon, where we will have an enjoyable night.
Day 7: Chilata lagoon Sorata La Paz	Relaxed day, we pack our stuff and set out for Sorata, where our transport will be awaiting to drive us to La Paz. Hotel accommodation.

Price
Cost per person is $us 1348* American dollars.
Price calculated considering 2 people and double room accommodation at a five-star hotel in La Paz.

* Price subject to variation according to the number of people and selected hotel class.

	Services included
GoBolivia will render the following services, same that are included in the price: Hotel in La Paz with breakfast included according to itinerary. UIAGM Specialized Guide. Cook. Complete feeding during the expedition. Support personnel (porters, muleteer and mules/llamas). Personal and service (kitchen and dining room) tents. Transport during the expedition. Airport – hotel – airport transfer. Accommodation in villages during the expedition. Farewell dinner, you choose the place. Drinks during the expedition, except for alcoholic drinks. Common gear such as tents, heaters, kitchen utensils, first ad kit, radios, altimeter, etc. All personnel will properly assume their obligations and responsibilities. Services and supplies not included in the agreed price GoBolivia will not render the following services, same that are not included in the price: Personal equipment (mats, sleeping bags, thermos, etc.). Round trip airplane tickets. Food non mentioned in the itinerary. Drinks apart from the expedition and alcoholic drinks. Tips (Guide, porters, muleteers, etc.). Transport on days off. Passport and Bolivian visa (current passport, visa: please contact the Bolivian Consulate if necessary). Personal services (laundry, etc.). Expenses incurred in the event of rescue operations. Non planned additional expenses during the expedition, such as additional mules, etc. Life, accident and theft insurances and international medical insurance (essential).

Recommendations
To participate in this tour a good physical condition is required, especially talking about high mountain climbing. This is a route with some difficulty of approach, recommended for people experienced in mountain climbing and glaciers. Climbing this mountain without a certified professional guide is not recommended.

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