Ice Climbing Full Day

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8 hours (approximately)

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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.

Additional info

  • 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
  • Minimum age is 18 years
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Tags

Extreme Sports
Climbing
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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