Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
231-3849;
www.gravitybolivia.com
; 16 de Julio 1490 No 10, Edificio Avenida,
Prado)
This knowledgeable, highly regarded and professional outfit has an excellent repu-
tation among travelers and tip-top Kona downhill bikes. Its Dangerous Road Trip (B$750
per person) ends with hot showers, an all-you-can-eat buffet and a tour of the Senda Verde
animal refuge.
B-Side
(
211-4225; Linares 943, Rosario)
B-Side is recommended for the Coroico trip (B$310
to B$690 per person). It receives positive reports from travelers and hooks you up with a
bike operator based on the type of bike you want, the size of the group and your experien-
ce level.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Andean Epics
(
712-76685;
www.andeanepics.com
)
This operator is your best bet for rides near
Sorata. It was moving at the time of writing, so check out the web for its new location.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Climbing
La Paz is the staging ground for most of the climbs in the Cordilleras. From here novice
climbers can arrange trips to Huayna Potosi (two to three days, B$900 to B$1100), while
more experienced climbers may look to climb Illimani (four to five days, US$485), Sa-
jama (five days, US$650), Parinacota (four days, US$530) and beyond.
Andean Summits
(
242-2106;
www.andeansummits.com
;
Muñoz Cornejo 1009, Sopocachi)
Offers a vari-
ety of outdoor activities from mountaineering and trekking to 4WD tours in Bolivia and
beyond. The owners are professional UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guides.
CLIMBING
Asociación de Guias de Montaña
(
214-7951;
www.agmtb.org
)
Certifies guides in Bolivia. It's worth checking out its in-
formation before deciding on a guide operation.
CLIMBING
Climbing South America
CLIMBING
