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Trekking in Bolivia - the Takesi Trek
The Takesi trail links the Altiplano and the region known as the Yungas - the lush sub-tropical valleys covered with thick cloud forest that sit between the mountains of the Cordillera and the Amazon Basin. The trail, starting close to La Paz, follows sections of pre-Columbian paved roads, many say Inca Trails, and finishes more than 3000 m below. You cross part of the Altiplano, visit abandoned mines and hike along deep canyons and tropical valleys.
You can do this trek from April to October and it is moderately hard going, though you must be well acclimatised to the altitude before attempting any trekking in Bolivia.
| Itinerary | |
| Day 1: | Drive by jeep from La Paz to San Francisco mine, where the trek starts ascending to a summit of 4,600 m at Apacheta. From here it's almost all downhill, following the canyon, descending on Inca Trails with amazing views. We cross to the village of Takesi and camp overnight. |
| Day 2: | After breakfast a full day trek crossing the tropical Yungas valleys. Arrive late afternoon to the village of KaKapi (2,600 m), where the vegetation is already subtropical, with banana, papaya and also coca leaves. Overnight in tents. |
| Day 3: | After breakfast trek to the Chojlla mine from where a jeep will drive you back to La Paz, lunch included. |
| CODE: BOL20 | Tour cost: from £298 |
| Notes: | Prices are per person based on double occupancy, in the low season unless otherwise stated. |
| The price shown is a guideline only and may change due to variations in the dollar / pound exchange rate or season. Please contact us for an exact quote based on your requirements. |
Last Updated: Tuesday May 13 2008