Ice Climbing Full Day

5.0 (2 reviews) La Paz, Bolivia
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Duration8h
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Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Experience a full day ice climbing on the old Huayna Potosi glacier. Learn the basic mountaineering and cramponing techniques, how to walk on ice and snow, and the use of the ice axe and ropes.

Made for everyone with or without experince, this is the ideal tour for the ones with little time in the Andes.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • arness
  • jacket
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • ropes
  • crampons
  • trousers
  • Local taxes
  • Mountaineering Equipment
  • boots
  • Entrance fees 25 BOB
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Breakfast, snack and dinner
  • sun glasses
  • sunblock
  • fleece
  • inner gloves

What to expect

1 and 1/2 hour drive from La Paz to Paso Zongo (4700m). Once at the base camp lunch will be served. Then, walk to the lower glacier, once at the place, guides will explain and show some basic techniques for ice climbing and mountaineering. Have the chance to practice these techniques with the guides and our climbing equipment. Later in the day, practice ice climbing techniques on small ice walls with safety ropes in place. Finish the day with a nice photo-shoot in the glacier and head back to La Paz by 17:30.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

ADDRESS: SAGARNAGA STREET 342, LA PAZ
PHONE: +591 71969465

End point

ADDRESS: SAGARNAGA STREET 342, LA PAZ
PHONE: +591 71969465

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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