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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure to the Charquini Glacier! Just a short drive from La Paz, this full-day experience takes you deep into the Bolivian Andes, where towering peaks, sparkling lagoons, and the dazzling ice of Charquini await. Hike across breathtaking high-altitude trails, soak in panoramic mountain views, and discover one of the region’s most spectacular hidden gems. With its dramatic landscapes and crisp Andean air, Charquini Glacier is the perfect escape for explorers craving adventure and awe-inspiring scenery in a single day.
La Paz - Milluni - Mountain Charquini - Lagoon Emerald - La Paz We start the journey in the direction of the snow mountain Huayna Potosí, to reach the Nevado Charquini with a height of 5390m, this tour invites us to practice hiking in the area of its base camp. To get to the beginning of the trek to Charquini, we will travel approximately 45 kilometers in our vehicle, starting from the city of La Paz, on the way we will make some stops to take pictures of the mountains and the characteristic habitat of the altiplano, also in route The ghost town, called Milluni awaits, we will visit its old and picturesque Aymara cemetery where the remains of local miners rest; We will walk for approximately 1.5 hours one way to get closer to Esmeralda Lagoon at the foot of Charquini, we will have the opportunity to walk accompanied by our professional guide so as not to take unnecessary risks, after returning to the base to enjoy our snack, we will return to La Paz, during our route we will make stops to see and photograph the colored lagoons of Milluni, return to the city of La Paz.
INCLUDED: Transportation, bilingual guide (English - Spanish), box lunch and entrance fee NOT INCLUDED: Drinks, personal expenses or tips.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Not wheelchair accessible Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not recommended for children under 10 years
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
What to Bring
- Comfortable hiking shoes with good grip
- Warm layered clothing (temperatures can drop quickly at high altitude)
- Waterproof jacket or windbreaker
- Hat, gloves, and sunglasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm (the sun is strong at high elevation)
- Refillable water bottle
- Snacks or energy bars
- Camera to capture the stunning landscapes
- Small backpack to carry your essentials
👉 Optional but recommended: trekking poles, extra socks, and coca leaves or altitude pills if you’re sensitive to high elevation.
What's included
INCLUDED: Transportation, bilingual guide (English - Spanish), box lunch and entrance fee NOT INCLUDED: Drinks, personal expenses or tips.
Rules
- Not wheelchair accessible Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not recommended for children under 10 years
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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