Tuni Community Trek & Condoriri Experience | 3-Day Immersive Adventure

Discover the Bolivian Andes beyond the classic trekking routes on this authentic 3-day experience in Tuni. Stay with a local community, explore the Condoriri area, learn traditional Andean food preparation, and experience daily life in the Cordillera Real with IFMGA guide Jaime.

Private

Andes

3 Days

May - Oct

Low

All levels

Highlights

Trek to Laguna Chiar Khota with stunning views of the iconic Condoriri massif.
Live alongside a local Aymara family in the mountain village of Tuni.
Participate in authentic traditions including alpaca wool work and huatia cooking.

Description

Step into the heart of the Bolivian Andes on this meaningful 3-day trekking and cultural journey to Tuni, a traditional Aymara village located at 4,420 meters in the Cordillera Real. Led by local IFMGA guide Jaime, who was born and raised in Tuni, this trip offers rare access to mountain landscapes and community life that few travelers experience.

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from La Paz into the dramatic Cordillera Real, the great Andean range dividing the Altiplano from the Amazon basin. In Tuni, you’ll be welcomed by local families and introduced to traditional Andean hospitality through hands-on cooking, local meals, and community activities.

The following day, enjoy a beautiful acclimatization trek to Laguna Chiar Khota, one of the gateways to the famous Condoriri massif. Surrounded by glaciers and sharp alpine peaks, this short hike offers exceptional scenery and insight into the mountains that define the region.

On your final day, take part in rural traditions such as alpaca wool shearing, herding llamas to pasture, and preparing a huatia, an ancestral underground stone oven used for communal cooking.

This is an ideal trip for travelers seeking connection, culture, and moderate trekking in one of Bolivia’s most spectacular mountain regions. Send a request to book this unforgettable Andean experience.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back

Price details

✅Included:
IFMGA local guide Jaime
Private transport La Paz / Tuni / La Paz
2 nights accommodation
All meals during the trip
Guided trek to Laguna Chiar Khota
Community cultural activities
Local hosts in Tuni

Meeting point

Pickup from your hotel in La Paz, Bolivia

Itinerary

Day 1: La Paz to Tuni (4,420 m)

Morning departure from your hotel in La Paz at 9:00 AM. Private transfer to the Cordillera Real (approx. 2.5 hours). Arrival in the Aymara village of Tuni with panoramic mountain views.

Meet the local host family and enjoy a traditional Andean lunch made from seasonal ingredients such as quinoa, chuño, potatoes, herbs, and dried llama meat. Guests are invited to help prepare the meal using local cooking methods.

In the afternoon, discover village life with activities such as:

Visiting alpaca and llama pastures
Alpaca wool spinning
Learning about quinoa processing
Trout fishing (seasonal / subject to conditions)

Overnight in local lodge in Tuni.

Day 2: Condoriri Trek to Laguna Chiar Khota (4,700 m)

After breakfast, begin a short scenic hike toward Laguna Chiar Khota (approx. 45 minutes walking time).

This spectacular glacial lake sits below the famous Condoriri peaks, whose silhouette resembles a condor with outstretched wings. Enjoy views of glaciers, high peaks, and classic Andean landscapes.

Picnic lunch or sandwiches during the excursion.

Return to Tuni in the afternoon.

Overnight in local hostel.

Day 3: Tuni to La Paz

Traditional breakfast with buñuelos and hot api, a purple corn drink.

Morning community activities may include:

Alpaca shearing (seasonal)
Herding llamas and alpacas to pasture
Preparing a traditional huatia, an underground stone oven used to cook lunch

After lunch, private transfer back to La Paz (approx. 2.5 hours).

End of services.

Details

Accommodation

Night 1: Local lodge / auberge in Tuni Night 2: Local hostel in Tuni

Simple mountain accommodation with warm local hospitality.

More info

No technical trekking experience required
Comfortable walking at altitude (up to 4,700 m)
Basic fitness recommended
Ideal as a cultural trekking experience or acclimatization trip before bigger climbs

FAQs

Is altitude a concern?

Yes. Tuni is at 4,420 m. Spending time in La Paz beforehand is recommended.

Is the trek technical?

No technical skills are required.

When is the best time to go?

Best months: May to October

Possible year-round depending on conditions

About the guide

-Jaime

4.8

(32)

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

What people are saying about -Jaime

Isaac

Jaime was a professional but down to earth and always made sure everything was ok and taken care of with the support of his lovely family. This led to an awesome trip, and I can't wait to go back and do more 6000 meters with Jaime. 5/5 guide, trip, and experience. Would hugely recommend for your first 6000m!

Jordan

Great guide. Did a great job for us.

Priyanka

I hiked for 8 days in Cordirella Real, Bolivia in August with Jaime as my guide. I got in touch with Jaime through explore and share. The portal was quick in arranging everything, fees, dates and also updating change in dates. As a solo femake traveller, it felt very safe and secure. I am a very avid trekker and have been to a number of little known places alone - often with a guide and the usual support of cook, mules etc. I can easily say, Jaime is the best guide I ever had. He made me very comfortable from day one, looked after me very well, fed and watered me so well that many times I walked belly full, he took me to places that hardly anybody goes to, caught fresh trouts for me after a long day hiking, encouraged me on difficult days and walked arm and arm with me while tackling nasty downhill steep screes in battering wind and scorching sun. I had the opportunity to spend two days at Tuni at his home which I will never forget. It was idyllic way to end the trek in the serene surroundings with the Alpacas, guinea pigs, Charly the cat, a big rabbit and ofcourse Jamie's family. Jaime loves Bolivia, his life and familia and he absolutely loves to show it to others. He is a very kind person and keen to share gear, chocolates, water with you. He also offered to carry my back pack once (of course I didnt let him). I had so much fun trekking with him, I was always smiling - even at 5300 m of Pico Austria. I met him as a guide but left him as a dear friend. I thank explore and share for having such a gem of a person on their website. Note: Jaime had some very good things to say about the portal. As someone living in a very remote part of Bolivia (Tuni), he feels explore and share has really helped him in getting in touch with people across the world. So ot seems a win win for all three parties involved. I will use explore and share again and recommend it to other solo travellers. Its a shame I only came to know about them recently. I have provided more detailed review on tripadvisor :).

Bruno

Jaime is a great guide ! He is comprehensive and help you to reach the summit. We had a great experience in Pequeno Alpamayo, everything was perfect !

Michael

He was knowledgeable, patient and attentive to my safety, well-being and still provided an amazing experience. Vidal was a great support and made sure I had great food and nourishing meals.

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