Sajama Ascent

Sajama is the highest point in Bolivia with its 6542m of altitude. It is located in the Cordillera Occidental, in Sajama Park and is part of the stratovolcano family. This makes it a mountain in great demand, but no less formidable. The Sajama is no exception to the rule of volcanoes. Its ascent is physically demanding and in addition some more technical passages, in particular a slope at 55º above the altitude camp and a rock passage with gas before joining the dome.

Overview :

Length of stay :

4 days on the spot.

Transport :

Private vehicle

Entry of the sites :

variable

Guide :

IFMGA english speaking guide (subject to availibity)

Altitude of the journey:

from 3.600 to 6.542 m asl

Best moment of year :

From May to October

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Steps and highlights:

Main steps:

Day 1

Day 2

Day 4

Highlights:

  • A demanding ascent to be earned.
  • Surprising summit plateau with breathtaking view on Sajama Park and Payachatas.
  • Bath in hot springs at the foot of the volcano, a sweet welcomed reward after the ascent.

 

Day 1 : LA PAZ - SAJAMA - SAJAMA BASE CAMP (4820 M.A.S.L./15813 FEET)

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Departure :

08:00 am

Accommodation :

tent

Meals included :

lunch, dinner

Altitude :

Time of transport :

4h

Walking time :

2/3h

LA PAZ - SAJAMA - SAJAMA BASE CAMP (4820 M.A.S.L./15813 FEET)

Departure in the morning to cross the Altiplano. From the village of Sajama : transfer in a 4WD vehicle to the place called Quenuales ( 4420 m.a.s.l./14501 feet). Easy approach march along a stream until the foot of the Sajama volcano (4820m.a.s.l./15813 feet). Night at the base camp.

Special information :
Change in elevation :+410m./-10m

Day 2 : SAJAMA BASE CAMP - SAJAMA HIGH CAMP (5670 M.A.S.L./18602 FEET)

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Departure :

09:00 am

Accommodation :

tent

Meals included :

breakfast, lunch, dinner

Altitude :

Time of transport :

Walking time :

4/5h

SAJAMA BASE CAMP - SAJAMA HIGH CAMP (5670 M.A.S.L./18602 FEET)

Ascent to the high camp through volcanic screes on the north-face. Steep climb on a ridge until the camp, located on a small promontory ( 5670 m.a.s.l./18602). Night at the high camp.

Special information :
Change in elevation: +840m/-25m

Day 3 : SAJAMA VOLCANO ASCENT ( 6542 M.A.S.L./21436 FEET) – SAJAMA ( 4250 M.A.S.L./13943)

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Departure :

01:00 am

Accommodation :

hostal

Meals included :

breakfast, lunch, dinner

Altitude :

Time of transport :

Walking time :

12/13h

SAJAMA VOLCANO ASCENT ( 6542 M.A.S.L./21436 FEET) – SAJAMA ( 4250 M.A.S.L./13943)

Ascent slightly technical and physically demanding (AD+/III). Departure in the night (Around 1 am). Progression on a ridge which becomes steep (55º) until a passage on rocks well exposed (6050 m asl. / 19 850 feet). Crossing of a small crevasse before reaching the summit plateau. 6 to 7 hours ascent from high camp. Descent to the bottom and well deserved bath in the hot springs close to the Sajama village (3 to 4 hours to high camp and then 2 to 3 hours to Quenuales)

Special information :
Change in elevation: +955m/-2170 m

Day 4 : SAJAMA – LA PAZ (ALT. 3600 M)

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Departure :

09:00 am

Accommodation :

none

Meals included :

breakfast, lunch,

Altitude :

Time of transport :

4h

Walking time :

SAJAMA – LA PAZ (ALT. 3600 M)

Departure in the morning to cross the Altiplano until La Paz.

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