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Duration: 4 days / 3 nights Altitude: ~6,438 m (21,122 ft) Difficulty: No technical experience required
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Detailed Itinerary – Illimani Ascent (4 Days)

Hotel Pick-Up – 09:00 am

The tour begins with private transport pick-up from your centrally located hotel in La Paz.

Transfer to Pinaya & Lunch

We travel to Pinaya (4200 m.a.s.l.), where you will enjoy lunch.

Hike to Base Camp (4500 m.a.s.l.)

After lunch, begin a 3-hour trek to Base Camp on an easy path.

Camp Set-Up & Dinner

Your guide will set up the tent and prepare dinner. Night: Rest at Base Camp.

Breakfast – 08:00 am

Start the day with breakfast at camp.

Ascent to Condor’s Nest High Camp (5550 m.a.s.l.)

After 1.5 hours, begin the 6-hour hike to High Camp, also known as “Condor’s Nest”.

Lunch & Rest

At midday, stop for lunch and rest. Around 13:00, continue the ascent, arriving at Condor’s Nest around 16:00.

Camp Set-Up & Dinner at High Camp

While you rest, your guide will set up the tent and prepare dinner. 6:00 pm: Rest early for summit day.

Breakfast – 01:00 am

Start the day with breakfast in preparation for the summit push.

Ascent to Illimani Summit (6490 m.a.s.l.)

Around 2:00 am, start the ascent to the summit, which takes about 6 hours and is done roped to your guide for safety.

  • The first section is a ridge with a 45° slope.
  • Continue along a mixed path (plains and inclines) with a 40° slope.
  • Close to the summit (6000 m.a.s.l.), there is a 100-meter-long, 55° ice wall.

Illimani Summit (6490 m.a.s.l.)

Once on the summit, you’ll have about 15 minutes to enjoy the impressive Andes views.

Descent to High Camp and Base Camp

Descend to High Camp (arriving ~11:00 am for lunch and rest), then continue down to Base Camp and hike on to Pinaya.

Camp Set-Up, Dinner & Overnight in Pinaya

Your guide sets up camp, prepares dinner, and you rest overnight in Pinaya.

Breakfast – 08:00 am

Breakfast in Pinaya before returning to La Paz.

Return to La Paz

After breakfast, begin your private transfer back to La Paz.

Arrival at Hotel

Arrive at your hotel around midday. End of services.

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Meals
  • Mountain tent (camping gear)

Not Included

  • Sleeping bag
  • Extra expenses
  • Personal insurance
  • Flashlight
  • Local currency
  • Snacks

Recommendations

  • Sunglasses. Protect your eyes from UV rays and glare.
  • Hat or Cap. Helps protect your face from direct sunlight.
  • Sunscreen. Essential to prevent sunburn and protect your skin.
  • Warm Clothing. Helps you stay comfortable when temperatures drop.
  • Trekking Shoes. Comfortable and sturdy for long outdoor walks.
  • Hiking Boots. Offer better grip and ankle support on rough terrain.
  • Water. Stay hydrated throughout your entire adventure.

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Meals
  • Mountain tent (camping gear)

Not Included

  • Sleeping bag
  • Extra expenses
  • Personal insurance
  • Flashlight
  • Local currency
  • Snacks

Highlights of the Journey

  • Pinaya (4200 m.a.s.l.): Starting point of the trek, where you’ll enjoy lunch before beginning the ascent.

  • Base Camp (4500 m.a.s.l.): The first campsite where you’ll spend the night and begin preparations for the climb.

  • Condors’ Nest (High Camp, 5550 m.a.s.l.): A key high-altitude camp before summit day, reached by a rocky and demanding route.

  • Ridge with 45° incline: One of the technical sections of the climb.

  • 55° wall, 100 meters long (near 6000 m.a.s.l.): The steepest and most demanding vertical section of the entire route.

  • Illimani Summit (6490 m.a.s.l.): The ultimate reward — breathtaking sunrise views across the magnificent Andes mountain range.

WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?

  • Technical mountaineering challenge: Conquer one of Bolivia's most iconic and demanding peaks – ideal for climbers seeking a true challenge.

  • Professional guidance: You'll be accompanied at all times by experienced mountain guides focused on your safety and success.

  • Unmatched views: Witness breathtaking panoramas of the Cordillera Real and a sunrise from the summit you’ll never forget.

  • Improved acclimatization: The 4-day plan helps your body adapt to the altitude, increasing your summit success rate.

  • Fully equipped expedition: Includes mountain tent and full meals so you can focus entirely on the climb.

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March 17, 2025

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March 17, 2025

A trip full of experiences

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February 19, 2025

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