Bolivian ClimberAltitude 6,462m/21,200ft » Duration 22 Days » Grade 3B
A Jagged Globe classic - ascents of four inspiring peaks in the Bolivian Cordillera Real[more]
 Dawn breaks on Huayna Potosi, Bolivia Photo: © Mic Rofe
IntroductionThe Cordillera Real is the "Himalaya of the New World" and Illimani 6,462m (21,200ft) its highest mountain. Overlooking the highest capital city in the world, La Paz, Illimani is the emblem of the nation, and the ultimate target of this expedition.Straddling the Andes, Bolivia is an unspoilt, little visited country, which boasts very high, yet easily accessible mountains. Bolivian Climber is an exciting, well-balanced itinerary, climbing four major peaks, with sections of interesting technical climbing. The expedition is particularly suitable for those who have completed several Alpine PD/PD+ routes or Grade 2 expeditions such as Mera combined with an intermediate Alpine or Scottish Winter training course, or equivalent. A good head for heights is needed, along with regular practice of straightforward scrambling... read more
Experience RequiredBolivian Climber involves roped-up glacier walking with crevasse crossings, moderate rock scrambling along ridges and short sections of ice or snow up to an angle of 55° following snow crests... [read more ]This expedition is graded 3B... read more about grades Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.
Team CompositionThe leader of Bolivian Climber is supported by our local guides and porters. There is a ratio of 1 guide to 2 climbers on Illimani. Porterage is available to high camp on all mountains... read more about leadersLeaders Andy Chapman (Jun '12), Paul Donovan (Aug '12). There are 12 places available on each expedition.
Expedition ItineraryDay 1: Fly London to La Paz, via Sao Paulo. We are met by our in-country agent at El Alto International Airport and taken to our hotel in the centre of La Paz City...read more
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