Chachacomani
Chachacomani is considered one of the most beautiful yet least visited of the ‘6,000’ peaks in the Cordillera Real.
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Chachacomani (6,074 m) is considered one of the most beautiful and least crowded 6,000-meter peaks in the Cordillera Real. It is known for its vast, flat ice field at the summit, which offers one of the most breathtaking views in the Bolivian Andes.
Mountain Profile
Altitude: 6,074 meters above sea level.
Difficulty: AD (Somewhat Difficult). It’s not extremely technical on rock, but the glacier has significant crevasses and the final slope can be steep.
Best time of year: May to September (Andean winter).
TYPICAL PROGRAM
Day 1: La Paz – Cruz Pampa – Base Camp (4,450 m): Approximately a 4-hour drive from La Paz. The approach trek to base camp takes about 3 hours through valleys inhabited by alpacas and llamas.
Day 2: Base Camp – High Camp (5,150 m): Ascend over moraines (loose rock terrain) to reach the edge of the glacier. Camp is set up here on rock or snow.
Day 3: Summit Attempt (6,074 m) – Return to La Paz: Depart very early (1:00 AM). Cross the vast glacier and ascend a final snow slope. After reaching the summit, descend the entire route back to your transport, which will take you back to La Paz in the evening.
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