Mountaineering in bolivia

Discover the best mountain climbing and mountaineering routes in bolivia.

Why climb in Bolivia

Less visited than other Andean countries, but with an exceptional range of peaks. Many within a comfortable drive of the capital La Paz. La Paz, at 3600 meters, is also a great base to help with acclimitization. Apart from the busiest peak Huayna Potosi, you'll often have the mountains you climb to yourself. It's also a very cheap country - to climb, and spend time.

There's a plethora of guide agencies on Sagarnaca (the street leading up beside the big church). Here you can have a trip to practically any peak arranged. Even those further away in Sajama (there are many guides in that town too, but many just make one trip from La Paz). 

When to climb in Bolivia

The best time to go climbing in Bolivia is:
  • December to February
  • May to October

May to October is the conventional climbing season, but really it depends on the peaks.

May/June/July are the best months for the peaks in the Cordillera real north of La Paz, with peaks further north like Illampu being best climbed May/June. By July already most climbers are heading north to Huaraz in Peru.
Those in the west (Sajama national park) are good May to October, except the higher Sajama which will wrap up September. Parinacota/Acotango are still realistic into October however.

Where to climb in Bolivia

Mountain climbing expeditions in Bolivia - Guided Peaks

Bolivia's main regions for climbing 6000-meter peaks are the Cordillera Real and the Western Cordillera. The Cordillera Real, near La Paz, includes notable peaks like Illimani and Huayna Potosí, offering diverse technical challenges. The Cordillera Real extends further north, where still within five hours of La Paz you have Illampu and some lesser known peaks.


The Western Cordillera, home to Bolivia's highest peak, Nevado Sajama, presents a rugged, high-altitude climbing experience in a remote volcanic landscape.

Climbs in Bolivia

There are 14 Climbs in Bolivia. Get an idea of what separates them here:

Most popular

The classic climbs in Bolivia:

climm Illimani
Illimani
 PD - AD
Bolivia
$1,280
 6,438 m
climm Huayna Potosi
Huayna Potosi
 PD
Bolivia
$1,250
 6,088 m

Lesser known

Escape the crowds and get of the beaten path in Bolivia with these climbs:

climm Chachacomani
Chachacomani
 AD
Bolivia
$1,200
 6,074 m
climm Chearoco
Chearoco
 AD - D
Bolivia
$1,000
 6,104 m

Most difficult

If you want to challenge yourself, consider these climbs in Bolivia:

climm Illampu
Illampu
 AD - D
Bolivia
$1,250
 6,368 m

Other climbs in Bolivia:

climm Ancohuma
Ancohuma
 PD - AD
Bolivia
$1,250
 6,427 m
climm Pomerape
Pomerape
 F
ChileBolivia
$1,550
 6,282 m
climm Sajama
Sajama
 PD
Bolivia
$1,100
 6,550 m
climm Parinacota
Parinacota
 F
ChileBolivia
$1,550
 6,342 m
climm Acotango
Acotango
 F
ChileBolivia
$1,550
 6,052 m
climm Uturuncu
Uturuncu
 F
Bolivia
$1,950
 6,008 m
climm Condoriri
Condoriri
 PD
Bolivia
$1,050
 5,648 m
climm Pequeño Alpamayo
Pequeño Alpamayo
 AD
Bolivia
$189
 5,370 m
climm Pico Austria
Pico Austria
 F
Bolivia
$80
 5,320 m

Climb difficulties in Bolivia

How many of each difficulty grade can you find a route for.

French AlpineDifficulty descriptionQuantity
FEasy. Suitable for beginners, minimal technical skills required.5
PDNot very difficult. Some technical skills required, with moderate exposure.5
ADFairly difficult. Requires good technical skills and experience, with significant exposure.6
DDifficult. Requires advanced technical skills and experience, with high exposure.2
TDVery difficult. Requires very advanced technical skills, experience, and serious commitment.0
EDExtremely difficult. Requires exceptional technical skills, experience, and high commitment.0

Pictures from climbing in Bolivia

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Guides with trips in Bolivia

Guide costs for climbing in Bolivia

There are 69 guided trips listed for Bolivia. Trips range from $80 to $5,295, and average $1,422 per expedition.

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