4d3n Illimani 6.462m, climbing

 

Illimani 6460m/21,195ft.

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Technical difficulty: AD/AI 2.

Base camp: 4700m.

High camp: Condor Nest 5,500m.

 

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS:

- One of the highest mountains in Bolivia.

- Considered the most sacred mountain in Bolivia.

- Countless photo opportunities.

- Mountain covered with eternal snow.

Illimani is a very attractive extinct stratovolcano, many articles have been dedicated to this mountain, considering it as the guardian of the city. The mountain has been climbed since 1877 and has several peaks permanently covered in snow, three of them over 6,000m.a.s.l., the highest reaching an altitude of 6,462m. This mountain is reserved for determined climbers with a spirit of conquest, as it is a technically demanding mountain.

Itinerary:

Day 1: La Paz 3,600m - Pinaya - Puente Roto 4,462m

Leaving the city of La Paz, we will head southeast by jeep to the small town of Pinaya, where we will meet our muleteers and mules, who will load most of our equipment and begin our ascent to the base camp of Puente Roto. On the way we will be able to observe rural life and then enjoy delicious meals prepared by our cook. After about 3 to 4 hours, we reach the camp at an altitude of 4,460m.

Camping night in tents.

 

Day 2: Base camp 4,462m - High camp 5,500m

After breakfast, we begin the hike to Nido de Cóndores (5,550 m), our high camp. The route will take us through dirt slopes at the beginning and rocky slopes at the end, characterized by uneven terrain that challenges both physical endurance and rock-climbing technique.

During the approximately 5-hour ascent, we will enjoy spectacular views of the valley, while the majesty of Illimani becomes increasingly evident. We arrive at Nido de Cóndores, a small protected rock ledge, where we will set up our high camp. This strategic point offers natural shelter and breathtaking views, ideal for acclimatizing and preparing for the summit push.

The high camp Nido de Condores, as its name suggests, is a place with unparalleled views and cliffs on both sides.

At night inside the tent, you can hear the avalanches crashing down.

Light dinner and early rest in tents, with a privileged view of the snow-capped mountain and the night sky.

Camping in Tents

Day 3: High camp 5,500m - summit 6,462m - base camp 4,700m

We depart at dawn, around 1:00 a.m., to begin the ascent to the South Summit of Illimani. The route takes approximately 7 hours and will take us along the main ridge of the glacier, with breathtaking views and demanding technical sections.

During the ascent, we will face two technical climbing sections with an incline of approximately 50°, which will test our ice climbing skills and endurance. The route is challenging but rewarding, with the reward of an unparalleled panoramic view from the summit. Upon reaching the summit of Illimani (6,452 m), we celebrate our achievement while enjoying the incredible views of the Cordillera Real and the vast Bolivian Altiplano.

After a brief rest at the summit, we begin the descent back to the Condor's Nest, where we rest a bit and eat soup to replenish our energy, then collect our equipment and continue descending to Base Camp (Puente Roto), where we will spend the night recovering after this demanding day of climbing.

Camping in Tents.

Day 4: Base camp 4,700m - La Paz

At 10:00am we start our descent to the village of Pinaya at 3600m. After a refreshing lunch we return to La Paz by private transport. Once we arrive in the city of La Paz we will be transferred to your hotel.

THE TOUR INCLUDES:

- Private transportation.

- Specialized high mountain guide (1 guide for every 2 clients)

- Mules to carry the equipment of our Pinaya team to and from the base camp.

- Experienced cook

- Fresh and tasty meals during the expedition.

- Porters to help us carry the equipment from base camp to high camp and back (clients are advised to limit their weight to 8 kilos/17pounds per person).

- Climbing equipment provided by our company at no extra cost: (ropes, carabiners, crampons, gaiters, harness, ice axe and helmet).

- Three-season tents, foam material.

- Dining tent

EXCLUDED:

- Medical or evacuation costs.

- Medical/accident insurance.

- Sleeping bags, possibility to rent

- Mountain boots, possibility to rent

- Tips and gratuities (optional)

- Hotel and meals in La Paz

- Extras

 

Prices: Contact us to get your budget via email: info@pukinatravel.com or at the WhatsApp: +591-73088333