Melgarejo Trail Hike
Follow the famous Melgarejo trail to discover views, plants and wildlife, ancient caves, and more on this hike in Potosí!. Melgarejo Trail Hike.
- 8 hours
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- Open on Sat, Sun
Follow the famous Melgarejo trail to discover views, plants and wildlife, ancient caves, and more on this hike in Potosí!
Melgarejo Trail Hike
After picking you up from your hotel in Potosí at 8 am, we'll head to the beginning of the Melgarejo trail to start our hike.
During the seven-hour hike, we will follow the footsteps of Bolivian politician Mariano Melgarejo and learn about his history, including his order to construct this road due to his fear of an ancient curse.
We will traverse the mountains to enjoy a panoramic view of Potosí and the Cerro Rico, which once housed significant silver reserves. The route includes a visit to the Portaretrato Cave and a stop for a picnic.
Afterwards, the hike will continue as we explore local plants and wildlife, including cacti. We will return you to your hotels by around 4 pm.
Hotel pick up
This tour includes pick-up from hotels in central Potosí. Those staying in nearby villages must make their own way to the meeting point on Calle Lanza.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Transport by car or minibus, depending on the size of the group.
- English and Spanish speaking guide.
- Picnic lunch.
- Small groups of no more than 15 people.
Tips
- Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.