2-day Volcan Pomerape ascent from La Paz, Bolivia
Join a certified mountain guide on an exciting adventure to the top of the Pomerape's summit, Paranicota's twin, located in the stunning Sajama National Park in Bolivia.
Private
Andes
2 Days
Apr - Nov
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- A varied and technical volcano ascent.
- Breathtaking views of the Paranicota crater.
- An unforgettable mountaineering adventure in Sajama National Park.
Description
Enjoy climbing the stunning Pomerape volcano in Sajama National park with a certified mountain guide! Join this exciting 2-day program and explore one of Bolivia’s most stunning regions.
The Pomerape volcano belongs to the Payachata (twin) complex of volcanos along with the famous Paranicota which lies to its south. Both are located in the Sajama National Park in Bolivia, on the border with Chile. Home to the Aymara indigenous people, the park is famous for its cultural and ecological appeal.
On this 2-day ascent, we will head first to the Parinacota/Pomerape base camp. From there, the ascent we propose is a south-north crossing, including a 150m climb on a 60º slope at the end. After an exciting mountaineering challenge, we will relax at some revitalizing hot springs. You can find a detailed itinerary below.
Keep in mind that this is a technical climb so some mountaineering experience will be necessary in order to join. A good fitness level is also a must. Of course, we will be there to help and guide you every step of the way.
So, are you ready for an exciting ascent of Pomerape volcano? Then contact us now and let’s start planning an unforgettable adventure!
Or, if you prefer, you can join us on an exciting 4-day Illimani climb in the Cordillera Real!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Permit and entrance fees
- Porters
- Mountain guide expenses
- Luggage transfer
- Drinks
Price details
- Spot Connect, Satellite Phone, Oxygen Tank, Oximeter, Hyperbaric box. Last evening dinner in La Paz is not included.
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: LA PAZ - SAJAMA - PARINACOTA/POMERAPE BASE CAMP ( 5135 M.A.S.L./16850 FEET)
From La Paz, road crossing the Altiplano to Sajama park. The vehicle let us to a location named Inkamarka. From there, hike to reach the base camp of the Parinacota volcano. ( 5135 m.a.s.l./16850 feet). Night at the base camp.
Day 2: POMERAPE CROSSING ASCENT (ALT. 6222 M ALT.) - HOT SPRINGS - SAJAMA ( 4250 M.A.S.L./13940 FEET) – LA PAZ (3600 M.A.S.L./11811 FEET)
Ascent without technical difficulty, but long and physically demanding (AD/II).
At 1 am, we start climbing in the rocks, we reach a flat area after 4 to 5 hours walk from base camp.
From there, on the ridge, the slopes become steeper. Finally, we arrive at the main peak.
Descend by the same path or by the other side, (around 4 to 5 hours). Return to our vehicle, road to the hot springs waters. After a relaxing moment, back to La Paz in a private vehicle.
Equipment you will need to bring
Crampons
Ice axe
Harness
Water bottle
Backpack
Helmet
Poles
Sunglasses
Goggles
Avalanche eqmnt
About the guide
Thaki Travel
5.0
(1)
Tour Operator
Thaki Travel was founded in La Paz, Bolivia in 2011 by Anne BIALEK and Jérôme BENASSI, two adventurous friends, passionate about Bolivia and who fell in love with the kindness of the Bolivians.
During your trip in Bolivia, we will be all the time with you, we personally know all our co-workers from the receptionist of a hotel to a mule-driver of the Cordillera Real.
We like to explore and innovate. Every year, we invest in field expeditions to open new routes and build new original itineraries for our clients. We focus on building strong friendships with local communities giving us privileged contacts and access to off the beaten tracks, like the north part of the Cordillera Real where almost no one else goes.
We are very sensitive to responsible tourism. We have carried out several social actions to improve the lives of local communities and we build all our itineraries in a sustainably-driven approach.
We are very serious about altitude.
All our programs are carefully planned to comply with the acclimatization process, we have trained all our guides to Altitude sickness and we have a partnership with a French Institute about training and research in mountain medicine (Ifremmont). We are the only local travel agency that offers to their clients access to a medical platform (any client having health problems related to altitude can contact a specialized doctor 24/7 through our satellite phones)
We use high quality equipment for our treks and mountain expeditions: North Face VE25 tent (for 2 customers), .., IFMGA mountain guide for 2 customers (English speaking), Oxygen, oximeter, hyperbaric box, satellite phone.
Languages
English | French
Certificates
AGMTB | UIAGM | IFMGA
What people are saying about Thaki Travel
Mattias
I had a fantastic experience climbing with Thaki Voyage and guide Hugo Ayaviri in Bolivia. Anne with Thaki organized a great sightseeing trip in Bolivia that also served as acclimatization time the first week of our visit. We spend time in La Paz, Lake Titicaca, and a five day trip to southern Bolivia including Uyuni salt flats and Andina Eduardo Avaroa National Park. Incredibly scenic with lots of amazing views and wildlife sightings including flamingos, nandus, vicuñas, viscachas, condors, etc. followed by a week of climbing in Cordillera Real, including Peak Austria, Huyana Potosi and Illimani. Hugo is an outstanding guide and very experienced and safety minded. Overall great arrangement and I would highly recommend Hugo and Thaki Voyage.
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