The 4 Best Treks in Bolivia

1.Charquini Mountain Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 287 reviews · 8 hours · from $39Our pick

Join Buhos Tours for an eight-hour trip from La Paz to Nevado Charquini. With guides such as Manuel, Paty, and Juan, you will stop at Apacheta Jilarata, Milluni Cemetery, and Laguna Milluni before hiking from about 4,600 to 5,024 meters. Expect a short but demanding climb, cold weather, and superb Andean scenery.

“Incredible High-Altitude Hike to Laguna Esmeralda with Buhos Tours! My partner and I recently completed the Laguna Esmeralda trek near Charquini with Buhos Tours, and we absolutely loved the entire experience. It was challenging, rewarding, and perfectly organized. The Destination: The views at the top are truly breathtaking. The lagoon itself is a stunning, vibrant emerald color set against the dramatic backdrop of the Charquini Glacier and snowy peaks. If you've already spent time acclimatizing in La Paz, this is a fantastic hike. The altitude (over 5,000 meters) made it a tough push, but the stunning landscape was worth every single step. The Agency & Guide: We were so happy…”

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2.1-Day Trek in the Crater of Maragua and Inca Trails

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 75 reviews · 10 hours · from $94

Leave Sucre at 8:30 for Chataquilla, then walk an Inca trail through colorful mountain country to Maragua Crater. Your guide leads you to La Garganta del Diablo and dinosaur footprints, with a vegetarian lunch included. English and Spanish guides are available, including experienced guides such as Pablo, Walter, and Lizandro.

“We did a full day starting from the Incan Trail, to El Diablo. The highlight of this trip is that we really took our time, no rush. Our guide Dinelsa and driver Carlos were great, kind and considerate. I highly recommend you this day trip, rich of history.”

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3.2 days trek in Inca Trails and the Crater de Maragua

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 2 days · from $124

Hike from Chataquila through Inca stone paths, river valleys and the Maragua Crater, then visit dinosaur footprints, a Jalqa weaver and Majada. English or Spanish guides lead groups of up to 10. The trek covers about 28 kilometers, with simple lodging, meals and private transport back to Sucre.

“This hike is beautiful! The landscapes are very impressive and the trail is in good condition. Everything is very well organized and we received delicious food on both days. We were especially surprised by the super cute hostel we spent the night at. Our guide, Lizandro, did an amazing job. He was very knowledgeable, had great english skills, and was always in a good mood 😃 We definitely recommend this tour!”

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4.Condoriri Andes, Pico Austria Full Day Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $140Top rated

Meet your English-speaking Koa Travel guide at La Paz’s Red Cable Car, ride to El Alto, then drive into the Andes for a demanding hike near Condoriri Lake and Pico Austria. You’ll walk among llamas, alpacas, Andean geese, and peaks above 5,000 meters in a small group of up to 10.

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