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Why Climb with Alpine Ascents in Bolivia?

Great Peaks of Bolivia

Overview
Alpine Ascents' expedition provides a fantastically rich experience for the advanced beginner/intermediate climber. The Cordillera Real (Royal Range), is Bolivia's foremost climbing region with eight peaks rising above 6,000m. Read More

Prior climbing experience is required, view our list of prerequisites: Read More

Those who completed our Rainer 3-Day Muir Climb can do a shorter version with added training and attempt Huayna Potosi (19,974 ft/6,088m) Read More

Already acclimatized from Huayna Potosi, those interested may extend their trip to attempt Illimani. Read More

Why Climb With Us?

Our familiarity with the region, combined with our expertise and knowledge around the world, lend a depth and richness to every expedition that we feel is unrivaled in the guiding community. Read More

Detailed logistics have been developed and honed over the last 20 years by our guides and staff. We invite you to read about the Key Elements of our Climb and Success. Read More

What Former Climbers Say...


"It was a very safe, successful, and enjoy trip, with all guides, support staff, and members working together as a team."-Paul M.   
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Base Camp and Beyond

Read our day to day itinerary for this expedition. Our schedule has been finely honed over the past 20 years.

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Schedule and Prices
See our Schedule for the 2013 season along with current prices and what is included in your expedition costs. Read More

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Tiwanaku

Land and People of Tiwanaku

The ancient land of Tiwanaku, located just south of Lake Titicaca (12,500'), was the center of Bolivia's most important pre-Colombian civilization. Fifty percent of Bolivia's descendants are of Amyara and Quecha (pre-Colombian) cultures. You will often hear Aymara and Quecha city residents referred to as "cholos." Today, the Aymara, descendants of the Tiwanaku, raise alpaca and llama while living off potatoes, barley and quinoa, which are grown in the altiplano.