Explore the Bolivian Andes around Condoriri and Tuni on this guided trekking tour
You don’t have to be an ultra-experienced hiker to fall in love with the mountains of Bolivia! The Condoriri and Tuni Trek tour gives you a gateway into the Cordillera Real mountains with the help of a guide, so you can hike, camp, and explore all that this special region has to offer.
The Condoriri and Tuni Trek leads you from the dynamic city of La Paz deep into the Cordillera Real, where the sky-high peak of Condoriri towers over you as you travel. Hike to high alpine lakes like Laguna Ajwani and Laguna Jurikhota, which glimmer turquoise under the bright sun. Pitch your tent at their shores and marvel at the star-filled sky.
The Condoriri and Tuni Trek takes you from pass to pass as you travel under peaks and past swampy lagoons, which light up the air with rainbows when the conditions are right. After exploring the rugged terrain, you’ll be welcomed warmly by the Tuni people. These locals will show you what life in the Bolivian mountains is like, from yoga to cooking meals together and dancing.
This unique combination of exploration and local experience is what makes the Condoriri and Tuni Trek such a unique way to enjoy the best of Bolivia.
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Condoriri and Tuni Trek Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in La Paz & Laguna Ajwani
You’ve made it to Bolivia! You’ll be whisked from the airport to Laguna Khotia, which is at the southern end of the Cordillera Real. Get ready to start hiking- you’ll begin on the trail that leads to Chiarkhota Lake before heading up to Contador Pass. Here, you’ll get your first view of the surrounding peaks, which are incredible. Cross back down past a swamp and head to Ajwani Lake, where you’ll make camp for the night.
Overnight Location: Camping at Laguna Ajwani (4,615m)
Distance: 5 hours, 550m elevation gain
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 Trek to Laguna Jurikhota
Day 2 begins with breakfast before it’s time to break camp and head up to Milluni Pass. Here, the summit of Huyana Potosi seems almost close enough to touch! You’ll head down to Sistana Lake, and then up to the Janchallani Pass. Here, the view of Condoriri is about as good as it can get. You’ll then hike down into Jurikhota Lake, which is nestled into a valley. Enjoy dinner and relax for the evening.
Overnight Location: Camping at Laguna Jurokhota (4,700m)
Distance: 4 hours, 530m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Trek to Laguna Chiarkhota
Waking up to the mountains never gets old, does it? After breakfast, take down your tent and prepare to climb up to Congelada Lake, which is pure magic. The mountains reflect in the crystal-clear water, and it’s a simply stunning sight! Enjoy the view before heading to Austria Pass, where you have the option of playing around on some scree before it’s time to head to Chiarkhota Lake. This serves as the basecamp for a few different climbs in the area, and it’ll also serve as your camp tonight.
Overnight Location: Camping at Laguna Chiarkhota (4,680m)
Distance: 7.5 hours, 525m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Transfer to Tuni and Huayna Potosi
Today, give the legs a break while you’re driven to the Campo canal. Then, your hike begins by heading up to Laguna Glacier and Huyana Potosi. It’s an incredibly scenic climb, and very impressive to be right at the foot of the western face of the mountain. Head to Tuni for the night and enjoy sleeping in a real bed again!
Overnight Location: Ecolodge in Tuni (4,450m)
Distance: 3 hours, 250m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Exploring Tuni
If your legs are feeling a little stiff after all that hiking, today’s going to be a treat for you. After a traditional breakfast of Andean donuts and purple corn juice, you’ll enjoy a yoga session. Feeling more limber, it’s time to tend to the llamas and harvest crops. Lunch will be prepared together using a traditional underground oven with hot stones, and then you’ll have the afternoon to explore the community. Music will accompany dinner and you can listen to folklore and fables before heading to bed at the end of the night.
Overnight Location: Ecolodge in Tuni (4,450m)
Distance: N/A
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Yoga session and drive to La Paz for departure
Sadly, it’s time to head home. Enjoy another yoga session before packing up and departing for La Paz after lunch. So long!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Condoriri and Tuni Trek Price and Dates
This guided hiking tour of the Cordillera Real in Bolivia is always run as a private tour for your group only, and the price depends on the number of travellers in your group.
Prices below are per person:
- Guided Groups of 4: $1,675 USD per person
Please note that the pricing might change depending on your group size.
Book NowAccommodation on the Condoriri and Tuni Trek Tour
This tour is based in mountain ecolodges and campsites. The lodges offer pleasant rooms with unique mountain settings. Most rooms are double occupancy, and single travellers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room or single tent while trekking (please enquire for the price).
Hotels on Standard Tour
Camping along the route
Enjoy sleeping under the stars! You’ll camp next to several alpine lakes, where all necessary equipment will be provided.
Ecolodge de Tuni in Tuni
This cozy ecolodge has simple rooms, fields full of llamas, and friendly owners.
What’s Included in the Condoriri and Tuni Trek Tour?
Meals
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 5 nights is included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes all required private and luggage transfers, as well as Llamas or mules to carry the equipment while trekking.
Also Included
- English speaking guide
- Entrance fees to national parks
- Camping equipment
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned as ‘included’
- Visa if required
- Personal equipment
- Domestic airport tax ($3 USD per person)
Optional Extras
- Extra night before or after the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Condoriri and Tuni Trek
Thaki Travel is a boutique tour operator based in Bolivia. Thaki aims to show you the best of Bolivian landscape, cuisine, and adventure. They are known for their professionalism, reactivity, and deep knowledge of each corner of Bolivia.
Thaki Travels aims to go the extra mile and surprise their guests with unexpected experiences and places. They use high-quality equipment to make mountain trips as safe and enjoyable as possible.
They offer exciting alpine adventures and vibrant city tours, providing an unforgettable journey through Bolivia with a serious dose of adventure.
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Hugo is an IFMGA certified mountain guide and a well-known cultural guide. He has 11 years of experience and, born at the foot of the Illimani mountain, has been fascinated by the mountains since he was a child. He started preparing for the IFMGA curriculum at the age of 23, and passed the exam in 2009. Ever since, he’s been leading groups in his beloved native Bolivia.
- Q: What are guests most surprised about when visiting Bolivia?
- A: When we pass through the more remote villages in the mountain regions of Bolivia, they are very surprised to see how the local communities live in these places. They’re surprised by the difficulty of the seasons, how they cook, and all the traditional methods they have for different aspects of their lives.
- Q: Where do you like to travel on holidays?
- A: To the beach of Mexico! Bolivia is a landlocked country.
- Q: What do your guests say they like best about the tours you lead?
- A: What my guests say cannot really be measured in words. My biggest satisfaction is when they make it to the summit. The tears of pride, happiness, and amazement speak volumes. I love when they hug me and thank me for helping them get there.