El Choro Trail 4 Day Hike

Explore one of the most breathtaking pre-Columbian trails in Bolivia on our El Choro Trail 4 Day Hike from La Paz. You'll enjoy views of the Andean Mountains and landscapes as we walk.

El Choro Trail 4 Day Hike

Day 1: La Paz - La Cumbre - Challapampa

At 8:30 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel and drive to La Cumbre, about 45 minutes from La Paz. We'll begin a 5-hour ascent on the El Choro Trail through the Andean Mountains, making a stop for lunch along the way. After reaching the Apacheta Chucura summit at almost 16,000 feet (4,870 metres), we will descend, passing by Samaña Pampa and Chucura peaks until we arrive at Challapampa (elevation: 9,560 feet or 2,915 metres). Dinner will be served before settling in for the night.

Day 2: Challapampa - Sandillani

Wake up and have breakfast at 7:30 am before packing up. We will begin a 7-hour hike through the jungle-like section of the El Choro Trail, with breaks for rest and lunch. Following the Chucura River, we will pass streams, waterfalls, and the village of El Choro at 7,200 feet (2,200 metres), known for its suspension bridge. We will camp in Sandillani for the night after dinner.

Day 3: Sandillani - El Chairo - Coroico

After breakfast, we will pack up and start hiking through the mountains, experiencing a ghostly mist around us. After approximately 3 hours, we will reach El Chairo, where a vehicle will take us to the town of Coroico. Here, we will enjoy the night in a hotel, known for its high-quality coffee.

Day 4: Coroico - La Paz

On our final day, we will have breakfast and agree on a time for our return journey to La Paz. The trip will take approximately 3 hours.

Accommodation and meals

This tour includes 2 nights' accommodation in tents and 1 night in Coroico at the Hostal Sol y Luna*** or similar. Breakfast consists of a hot drink and a sandwich. Lunches and dinners will be a starter, a main course of meat and vegetables, and a soft drink.