Choro trek, 3 days in Bolivia

Join Jaime, IFMGA certified guide, in the Choro trek. 3 days in this famous trek in Bolivia, from village to village to discover the valleys.

Andes

3 Days

Apr - Oct

Description

I invite you to join me in this wonderful 3-day Choro trek in Cordillera Real. This expedition in Bolivia is quite famous. Come with me and discover why!

Throughout this trip you will enjoy extremely changing landscapes. They each have their own special appeal, and it's wonderful to see how the environment changes as we walk.

The trip starts in La Paz, from where we go to La Cumbre by car. This is the starting point of the trek. After ascending Apacheta Chukura, we start descending in the wonderful valleys of the Cordillera Real.

During the trek we will go through different villages: Challapampa, Choro, San Francisco and Chairo.

In addition to the wonderful changing landscapes, we will be delighted by the abundant local fauna.

Want to discover the Choro trek in 3 days? Then please contact me! I will be waiting for your message. I also guide tours in more mountainous landscapes, as this Maria Lloco trek, check it out!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back
Permit and entrance fees
Porters

Itinerary

Day 1: La Paz - La Cumbre - Challapampa (2910m)

We leave at 8AM from La Paz in private transfer to La Cumbre (4700m). It’s the starting point of the famous “death route” leading to the Yungas. It’s also the starting point of our trek.
We ascend to Apacheta Chukura (4870m). The trek continues with a long descent to the valleys of Cordillera Real. We go through the villages Samaña Pampa and Chukura. Finally we reach the village of Challapampa.
Walking time: 6 hours
D +170/-1960m

Day 2: Challapampa - Choro - San Francisco (2000m)

We continue the descent leaving the high mountain landscapes behind. The vegetation is now sub-tropical. We reach Choro around noon. Then some light ascents and descents take us to San Francisco.
Walking time: 5 hours
D +200/-1100m

Day 3: San Francisco - Chairo (1300m) - Coroico

In the morning, we cross the Coscapa river. Then we start the “devil’s ascent” to reach the Sandillani village in the early afternoon (2000m). After some more hours walking, we end the trek in Chairo (1300m), where a 4×4 private vehicle awaits to take us to Coroico, the pearl of the Yungas, where we enjoy the forests.
Walking time: 4 hours
D +200/-900m

Details

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We will have a cook and there is an option for vegetarian food.

Meeting point

At La Paz.

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

La Samanna Resort and Spa Baie Longue Saint Martin (French Part)

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Mercure St Martin and Marina Baie Nettle Baie Nettle Saint Martin (French Part)

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Esmeralda Resort Nettle Bay Saint Martin (French Part)

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About the guide

-Jaime

4.8

(26)

Mountain Guide

IFMGA/UIAGM mountain guide from Bolivia.

I organize mountaineering and trekking trips in different regions of Bolivia, and community tourism as well. I spend my free time exploring new destinations and discovering new mountains and cultures in remote regions.

I have more than 20 years of experience working in Cordillera Real, and I live in Tuni, Condoriri. I worked as mule driver, porter, cook, trekking guide assistant, trekking guide, and finally became IFMGA/UIAGM mountain guide in 2008.

I made several ascents in Bolivia and neighboring countries like Argentina, Chile and Peru. Some of them: Ojos de Salado, Wallatiri, Urus, Azangate, Huayna potosí, Illimani, Chir oco, Chachacomani, Sajama, Illamapu, Acohoma, Chapi orco, Acotango, Parinacota… These experiences prepared me to organize and guide expeditions.

I like to provide a top level service to people from all around the world, help them get in contact with the local culture, and of course help them reach their objectives in the mountains.

Languages

French | English | Spanish

Certificates

IFMGA | AGMTB

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What people are saying about -Jaime

Warren

For those wishing to trek in the Andes, without mountaineering, this is an excellent trek, it offers plenty of challenges, but you are rewarded with plenty of amazing and varied sites. Jamie took me out of my comfort zone a few times, but the reward was worth it, I thoroughly recommend this hike. Jamie is an excellent guide, this is his backyard and he is very enthusiastic, keen to show it off. He loves his music and football, and is also passionate about his work. I had the benefit of meeting his family in Tuni which added to , what was a great experience. I would recommend Jamie and this hike to anyone.

Great memories of this trek with Super JAIME

Very nice trip for you. This message is nice for JAIME because the pandemic had to stop tourism, which remains his bread and butter. Indeed, the landscapes are exceptional, sumptuous We went there 3 years ago and were very, very warmly welcomed by JAIME and MARIE-SOL, his wife. Those were unforgettable moments! As you say, Jaime's French is perfect, which greatly facilitated our exchanges.

Nathalie

Immersive journey ... shared with the all Jaime's family at the village ... the small hotel is a paradisiac place where customers can enjoy together the diary, in an incredible and very quiet, majestic and preserved scenery at 4400 mt. of altitude...🤩🤩🕉

Nobuo

Jaime was a great professional, I really appreciate his help and patience, which made me reach summit of Huayna Potosi and return safely. Before my arrival, he viewed my itinerary of red-eye arrival on the 1st day morning, and proposed to switch first day plan to have better rest. On the summit day, he didn't forced me to walk faster, I could walk in my own pace and able to take pause almost each 10 minutes. We were the last team arrived summit, however, we could have whole view from summit only for ourselves. In return, he pushed me to walk bit faster, to avoid eventual risk of melting snow (ice). Also, thank you for explore-share team made me meet Jaime and have great experience.