Rock climbing in the Cordillera Quimsa Cruz in Bolivia, near La Paz (6 days)

Follow Alexander, IFMGA-certified guide, on a 6-day rock climbing experience in Bolivia. Explore the awesome crags of the Cordillera Quimsa Cruz!

Private

Andes

6 Days

Apr - Dec

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Discover a hidden rock climbing area in South America.
Head up some thrilling rock climbing routes with an expert.
Enjoy amazing views of the Andes mountains.

Description

Are you looking for a thrilling rock climbing adventure in South America? Then join me for an amazing 6-day tour at the Quimsa Cruz, Bolivia!

The Cordillera Quimsa Cruz is a mountain range near La Paz. With some impressive peaks that surpass 5,000 meters, the area offers a hidden rock climbing paradise with all type of routes.

On this 6-day trip, we will explore the region and experience the exciting climbing spots of Las Tenazas, La Vertebra, Jardin de los Porotos and Cuernos del Diablo. Perfect granite spires and stunning views are guaranteed!

I can adapt the program to fit several rock climbing levels. However, you should be able to climb a minimal level of 5c (French grading system) and have a good fitness level.

This trip is ideal for climbers with significant indoor and sport climbing experience who want to try multi-pitch and even trad climbing. It is the perfect opportunity to improve your technique significantly in the company of an IFMGA guide.

So, if you want to experience some stunning rock climbing in Bolivia, please get in touch with me. Let me take you to the awesome crags of the Cordillera Quimsa Cruz!

I also offer a shorter climbing trip around La Paz. Check it out here.

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip

Price details

Not included: hotel nights in La Paz before and after the trip, eventual tips, personal expenses.

Itinerary

Day 1: Base Camp

6h-drive to the base camp (4600m). Basic skills review at the nearby crag.

Day 2: Las Tenazas

5 pitch climbing.

Day 3: La Vertebra

Ridge climbing

Day 4: Jardín de los Porotos

6 pitch climbing

Day 5: Cuernos del diablo

6 pitch climbing

Day 6: Last day

Sport climbing and return to La Paz

Details

More info

Ideally people should get used to altitude before starting the trip: we will spend the nights at 4600m!

Meeting point

About the guide

Alexander

Mountain Guide

I am a Swiss fellow who got trained as an evolutionary biologist (Msc), and briefly worked as a Bioinformatician, which was definitely interesting, but I have to acknowledge that I had a hard time spending every workday in front of a computer.

I live in La Paz since 2011, and dedicated myself to guiding since then. In the meanwhile I graduated as a IFMGA mountain guide, my specialties being rock climbing, skiing and mixed routes.

I won't be your cheapest option near La Paz, but I offer uncommon trips, love to share all the knowledge I acquired in the past decade, thanks to the languages I speak, and make sure people I guide spend a great time with quality services.

Languages

German | French | English

Certificates

AGMTB | UIAGM | IFMGA

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