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Good day tour
Very nice tour.. breathtaking views and the lake was the biggest price. Totally worth the effort to hike up
Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8h 30min
- Price from
- $39 / person
- Location
- La Paz, Bolivia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 19 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- MONKEY TRAVEL BOLIVIA
- Meeting point
- Then we meet atPlaza Mayor de San Francisco church door, Av. Sta. Mariscal. Cruz, La Paz, Bolivia Located exactly in the center of the city of La Paz as a pick-up point. Pick-up time is approximately 08:00 am.
Description
The Charquini Emerald Lagoon is a true visual paradise, with turquoise and emerald waters where you will have the opportunity to capture amazing images of the lagoon and its surroundings, create lasting visual memories and share the beauty of Charquini with others. This exhilarating and rewarding hike through breathtaking scenery offers you the opportunity to overcome obstacles, build your stamina, and enjoy the personal satisfaction of accomplishing a goal.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $39
- Senior (ages 60–65)
- $39
- Youth (ages 11–17)
- $39
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
La Paz
From the second pick-up point to the store it is a 30-minute trip. Here you can see how we begin to leave the city crossing part of the highway.
La Paz Department
This is your chance to get last minute essentials, whether it be water, cookies, etc. for walking.
From the store to our first stop we have approximately 30 minutes, a stop to give some explanations and photographs at the "Jilarata" viewpoint. This place offers us a panoramic view of two main mountains in the region: Huayna Potosí and Chacaltaya. For that we stay here for 20 minutes maximum.
After approximately 30 minutes of travel, we continue with the second point: The Milluni Cemetery. we get brief historical information about the reason and origin of the cemetery. Then, we will have time for more photos from this very close point of the Huayna Potosí mountain.
Nevado Charquini
After 30 minutes of travel we arrived at the Charquini Base Camp, where we began an exciting walk through a paradise for nature lovers, and after walking for an hour or an hour and a half we arrived at the Charquini lagoon. You've earned this break! Relax for about an hour by the lagoon, take Instagram-worthy photos, or just breathe in the fresh air. Then we will walk back to base camp for approximately 40 minutes descending, and each step will reflect the satisfactory culmination of an adventure well lived
La Paz
All ready again at base camp, we embarked for the return to La Paz. After an hour and a half of travel we arrive at the central part of La Paz and we will ensure that you return safely to your central hotels, while we say goodbye to you, until your next adventure arrives.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
English-spanish guide
A sandwich, fruit, small bottled juice and a chocolate.
Ticket entrance
Ecological walking stick
Not included
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from central hotels that are in the downtown area and around Sopocachi neighborhood.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
19 reviews
How it compares in La Paz
- Rated higher than 88% of 74 reviewed tours in La Paz
- Starting price $39 is 61% below the typical $100 for tours of similar length in La Paz
Excurgo comparison of 310 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking take?
Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking lasts about 8h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking cost?
Prices start at $39 per person for this La Paz experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from central hotels that are in the downtown area and around Sopocachi neighborhood. Pickup points include Hotel Libertador.
What languages is Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Shared Full Day Tour Charquini Lagoon and Hiking worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by MONKEY TRAVEL BOLIVIA.
Reviews(19)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Amazing
We loved the tour. Our guide Johanna was amazing. So much knowledge and stories during the whole tour. The whole journey was fun not just the lake. Great driver too.
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Incredible place
My experience was incredible, the most beautiful place I have ever seen. Giovana is very helpful, willing to help and make sure everyone has a wonderful experience. Safe outing, Giovana had oxygen in case someone was feeling unwell, she provided support for those with more difficulty. The tour offers a snack!
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Beautiful
Beautiful place, it is a simple path up, but in the Brazilians that we are at sea level , we have a little bad time, take a remedy for nausea, drink a lot of water and do not make a lot of effort, a tip not to take a boosted coffee , because it can return to the track kkk
1 people found this helpful
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Giovana was an...
Giovana was an exceptional guide. Even before the tour began, she showed a genuine willingness to help by coming directly to our location. The itinerary was well-structured, and we appreciated being able to hike at our own pace. The lake was absolutely worth the effort!
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Must do activity!!
We did the Charquini Lagoon tour and it was absolutely incredible!! Our guide Gio was so kind, encouraging and enthusiastic and spoke brilliant English and Spanish to explain everything in great detail. The trek is ever so slightly challenging due to the altitude but Gio was extremely patient and made sure everyone in the group was seen and safe! The view of the lagoon is just mind blowing, we were unsure if we were going to book this tour originally but are so so glad we did! A great day!
1 people found this helpful
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Jewels of La Paz
A unique experience, the emerald color of the lagoon is beautiful, the day I went down, snow and thunder fell that gave a different and beautiful magic to the landscape
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We loved it
It was great, our guide was super nice and gave very good explanations:)
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Great way to hike and see a glacial lagoon
This was a great full day activity that shows views starting with the drive up to the hike. Our tour guide was friendly and professional, very patient with hikers of all places and knew lots about the history of the area. The hike is not steep but the altitude definitely is tough on travelers but this is very doable!
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Magic
An unforgettable experience. It's worth doing. Ivonne and the driver a 10. They are very kind.❤️ I recommend three days in Peace to adjust
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