Private 4x4: Huayna Potosí Glacier & Lagoons trek (West side)
Description
Optimize your day! Visit 2 iconic sites: Laguna Esmeralda (Charquini) and the secret lagoons of Huayna Potosí. The best thing about La Paz for mountain lovers. -We will be the first to reach the Emerald Lagoon of the snowy CHARQUINI. - We will be the only ones in the lagoons of HUAYNA POTOSÍ west side (Maria Lloko). This tour or hike is perfect for adventurers and mountain lovers looking for a total immersion in the heights of the Bolivian Altiplano and on a private tour. The tour includes a brunch in the mountains. Duration: 9 - 10 hours. OUR ITINERARY: Departure time: 7:00 am Travel time: 1.5 hours Duration of travel: 5 - 6 hours Return time: 3 : 30 pm Arrival time (La Paz): 5 : 30 pm approx. LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: - CHARQUINI = moderate - Lakes of Huayna Potosí= easy DISTANCE : 4 km and 8 km approximately (round trip). Consult other destinations customized according to your physical condition contact + 591 72506524 or Instagram @abdon_deviaje)
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Itinerary
Departure from the city of La Paz (7:00am) according to coordination, we will cross the city center and northern part to leave La Paz.
After leaving the city of La Paz, we will have a panoramic visit of the city of El Alto (route to chacaltaya).
Along the way we will have a panoramic view of Chacaltaya Mountain (before 2003 it was the highest ski resort in the world).
En route we will have a panoramic view of the snowy Huayna Potosí, the most popular mountain in Bolivia to make a 6000 m.
We will make a photo stop at the Milluni Cemetery and in the background the snowy Huayna Potosí. Then visit the Emerald Lagoon - Charquini
Upon reaching the starting point of the hike (4930 m) we will have a panoramic view of the mountain range of the Cordillera Real de La Paz.
During the hike we will have in the background the mountains: Imilla Apachita (viewpoint) and María Lloko (peak at 5522 m)
After a 4 km one way trek, passing through an aqueduct we will reach the Maria Lloko Lagoon (height 4900 m). which is between Maria Lloko Peak and the west face of the snowy Huayna Potosí
After the visit to the Maria Lloko Lagoon, according to feasibility walking about 30 minutes we can reach the glacier of Huayna Potosí (west side) at an elevation of 5010). Afterwards we will return to the starting point by the same route of the aqueduct 4.5 km
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is according to prior coordination from Airbnb and hotel (zones: Miraflores, Sopocachi, San Jorge, San Pedro, downtown, bus station)
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(5)
Excellent experience!! Very good guide Abdon
I took a walk with Abdul and it was just great. He is extremely professional, punctual and very attentive throughout the course. Demonstrates a lot of knowledge of the place, explains everything clearly and still genuinely cares about the safety and well-being of the group. The tour was well organized, at the right time and with an experience far above expectation.
The tour was magical. Abdon was really accommodating, knew all the shortcuts and secret ways and we had an amazing day. We were the only ones there, in both places, and when we arrived at the Esmeralda lagoon, I thought it could not get better. But then we hiked till the Huayna Potosi lakes and the scenery was straight out of a LOTR movie. We continued even further till the glacier itself. Definitely suggest to everyone.
Abdon was an outstanding guide! We were lucky to arrive first at a hike that is usually very popular, so the whole place felt absolutely magical. Just after Charcani —already stunning on its own— he took us through a “secret highway” to a hidden trail that was simply mind-blowing. I won’t share too many details because it’s so remote that I don’t want to spoil the experience for future travelers. But if you’re looking for a long yet moderate hike, surrounded only by animals, glaciers, and pure silence — contact Abdon! He is incredibly accommodating, flexible, and knowledgeable. On top of that, he’s very polite, respectful, and truly makes you feel cared for every step of the way.
The excursion with Abdon was phenomenal!!! Nothing but an earthly paradise! What landscapes we have had!!! I fell in love with this mountain range! Second excursion with him and if I had more time I would have gone for a Third! It always has surprises, shorter paths, hidden places... I thank you for everything and as soon as I return to Bolivia you will be the first one I called!
