5d4n Condoriri climbing expedition

 

5d4n Condoriri - Austria - Tarija - Pequeño Alpamayo

The Condoriri massif is a group of thirteen mountains that rise to over 5,000 meters, forming a circle of colour and beauty. It owes its name to its resemblance to a condor with outstretched wings.

This programme is ideal for mountaineering enthusiasts and those looking for a good acclimatization before attempting to climb other, technically more difficult mountains in the Andes.

In this climbing adventure you will reach the summit of Pico Austria 5.340m and two snow-capped mountains in the region, Mt Ilusión 5,350m; Mt Pequeño Alpamayo. We will have as our camping base the Chiarkhota Lagon at 4.600m. Our experienced U.I.A.G.M. mountain guides will be at your service at all times.

Day 1: La Paz - Plaza de llamas - Chiarkhota Lake

We will pick you up from your hotel and drive to Lake Tuni for approximately two hours. Our muleteers and mules will be waiting to help us carry most of our equipment to our base camp on the shores of Lake Chiarkhota. In the afternoon there will be time to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area.

2 hours’ drive, 3 hours trek.

Meals included: Lunch and dinner

Overnight: Tents or mountain hut

Day 2: Austria Peak

From our campsite we'll leave the valley of Condoriri. From here it will take us about 1.5 to 2 hours to reach Austria Peak 5.340m, making it a total of 3 hours climb - climbing steadily in serpentines until we reach the ridge that will take us to the top. Once at the top, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the peaks of the Condoriri Range. On the left flank of Condoriri Peak, with its glacier, you'll find that the walk is not difficult, but it's an excellent acclimatisation walk before tackling other peaks. The descent back to the campsite shouldn't take more than 3 hours.

Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner.

Overnight stay: Tents or mountain hut

 

Day 3: Mt Ilusión

Get ready for an early start to reach the summit of Mt. Ilusión (5,350m). This is not a big climb, but the approach will give us the opportunity to practice different skills (e.g. glacier traverse) and help us prepare for Pequeño Alpamayo the following day. The climb takes 4 hours, plus 3 hours for the descent to our campsite.

Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner.

Accommodation: Tents or mountain hut

Day 4: Pequeño Alpamayo

We will have a long day to reach the summit of Mount Alpamayo at 5400m. The first part of the day lasts about 4 hours until we enter the west side of the wall, where the climbing becomes more technical and will take us about 2 to 3 hours. We will climb without technical difficulties up to the pass Tarija 5300m, and then a technical wall of 80 meters with 55º will allow us to pass and reach the summit. Once we have reached the summit, we will descend the same way back to our campsite in 4 hours.

Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner.

Overnight stay: Tents or mountain hut.

Day 5: Return to La Paz

After a good rest and breakfast, we will start our way back to La Paz, a short trek to the Estancia Tuni, where our vehicle will be waiting for us, about 3 hours’ drive to arrive at your hotel in La Paz.

Meals included: Breakfast and picnic

Overnight stay: not included

INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAMME:

- Private transport

- Mules to carry camping equipment, meals and mountain gear

- Cook

- Delicious fresh meals during the expedition

- Certified U.I.G.M. mountain guide (English speaking) 1 guide for every 2 clients

- Oxygen tank

- Climbing equipment:  Crampons, gaiters, harness, ropes, helmet and ice axe.

- Duffle bags

- Mountain tents, foam and inflate mattress

 

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAMME:

- Warm clothing, sunglasses and personal toiletries.

- Insurance of any kind, medical expenses, evacuation costs

- Charges incurred as a result of delays and changes to itineraries beyond the control of Pukina Travel, we recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover any unforeseen costs. - Alcohol and/or bottled beverages- Accommodation before and after the expedition

- Plastic boots, optional rental- Tips and gratuities (optional)

- Any extras.

- Sleeping bags.

We recommend that you limit the weight of your luggage to 10kilos/22pounds.

Notes:

Mountain hut is very basic, therefore we provide mountain tents (three season), as an option for our clients

Prices: Depend on the number of clients, please contact us at this email to discuss budget:  info@pukinatravel.com or WAPP+591 73088333