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CHARQUINI - LAGUNA ESMERALDA 5024 M.

Full day

A piece of the Cordillera Real of Bolivia!

The snow capped Charquini 5390 m. It is a mountain next to Huayna Potosi belonging to the Cordillera Real of Bolivia, it is located 39 km away from the city of La Paz. Throughout the trip you can see beautiful landscapes with stops we will be able to visit the Apacheta, the historic Cementery of Milluni, this is an easy walk in which you visit the Laguna Esmeralda at 5024 masl., a perfect place for photographs with a beautiful landscape in the background.

Acclimatization Tours

Highlights

  • Jilarata Viewpoint.
  • View of Huayna Potosi.
  • iew of the red lagoon.
  • Historic Milluni Cemetery.
  • Charquini base camp.
  • Emerald lagoon.

Technicality

Walk two hours up, from 4600 m. up to 5024 m. and an hour and a half of descent.

DIFFICULTY

incluDed

- Trekking guide.
- Private round trip transportation.
- Snacks.
- Entrance fee.

not incluDed

  • Extra drinks.
  • Extra snacks.

itinerary

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Día 1.

08:00–09:00 a.m. – Departure from La Paz
Pick-up from your hotel (city center) and private transportation to the Cordillera Real of Bolivia. The drive takes approximately 2 hours.

Jilarata Viewpoint

Stop to enjoy panoramic views of the majestic Huayna Potosí, the former Chacaltaya Glacier, and the breathtaking landscapes of the Cordillera Real.

Milluni Historic Cemetery

Visit the historic miners' cemetery of Milluni, an iconic site that preserves part of the region's mining history and cultural heritage.

Charquini Base Camp (4,600 m)

Arrival at the starting point of the hike to Laguna Esmeralda.

Laguna Esmeralda (5,024 m)

A scenic hike of approximately 2 hours leads to the stunning Laguna Esmeralda. Along the trail, you will enjoy spectacular high-altitude scenery, glaciers, and unique rock formations. Upon arrival, there will be time to relax, admire the surroundings, and take photographs.

Return to La Paz

Descend for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes back to Charquini Base Camp, where our private vehicle will be waiting to take us back to La Paz.

Estimated arrival in La Paz: 3:30 p.m.

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