SWS Mountain Guides
Bolivia High Altitude Mountaineering Course
with Expedition Extention Options
Sajama (21,463 ft.) or Illimani (21,318 ft.)

Our High Altitude Mountaineering course is designed to give you the skills to climb high altitude peaks and prepare you for climbing on technical terrain at these altitudes. We will be instructing and reviewing the following climbing techniques: glacier travel, ice/snow climbing techniques, crevasse rescue, multi-pitch climbing, snow climbing, short roping, ice/snow anchors, belay techniques, rappelling, glacier navigation, route finding, and decision making. Additional topics to be covered or experienced: proper acclimatization, pace, knowing when to turn back, weather considerations, alpine starts, mountain medicine, judgment, and hazard evaluation.

We will attempt 2-3 peaks between 18,000 ft. and 20,000 ft. in the Bolivian Andes depending on local conditions, group skill level, and as our time allows. Possible options to be attempted: Pequnio Alpamayo, Condorri, Other peaks and climbs may be substituted due to climbing conditions.
While an excellent pre-course for the Sajama Expedition (21,463 ft.) this is a great introduction to climbing in the Bolivian Andes with ascents of peaks over 18,000 ft., all the while learning advanced climbing techniques and how to be safe at higher altitudes. . Come join your personal experienced Senior SWS Mountain guides on an ecologically sound “real” climbing expedition designed by climbers for climbers! Give Tim, David, or JB a call at 888.797.6867

Bolivia High Altitude Mountaineering Course Information

Bolivia Expedition Equipment List

Expedition/High Altitude Course Application

General Expedition Information

 International Expeditions & High Altitude Mountain Courses include: Quality hotels and accommodations, ground transportation, permits, hut fees, entrance fees, group camping equipment, base camp equipment, equipment transportation via porter or pack animals (as needed), review of climbing or trekking techniques, local guides, meals while hiking, climbing, or trekking, some meals in cities depending on the tour, an experienced SWS American Guide(s), and full informational support from the Mt. Shasta based SWS team.

Additional Costs can Include: Visas, immunizations, International Airfare. See expedition information for complete details

Contact SWS Mountain Guides: For an expedition itinerary and information package which outlines all fees, payments, physical conditioning requirements, immunization requirements, visa applications, and any additional costs and/or fees required (if any).

Custom Expedition Design Services Available: SWS Mountain Guides has established relationships with local guides and outfitters in various countries. These are trusted and reliable service providers we have used over the years. If you are interested in having us design an exceptional custom expedition, trek, or adventure trip for you with or without an SWS Mountain Guide … give us a call 888.797.6867

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