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- Region
- Bolivia
- Biome
- Andean glacier (4,500–5,300 m)
- Best season
- May – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Andean glacier (4,500–5,300 m)
- Best season: May – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Photos of Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse
Topic summary
A 5-day trek across three high passes below the Condoriri massif and Huayna Potosí.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Andean glacier (4,500–5,300 m)
Tools for a trip here
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- Sleep System Temp CalculatorCold nights: check your bag and pad add up to a safe sleep.
- Base Weight CalculatorEvery ounce is carried — total your kit and find your base weight.
- Pack Volume SizerSize the pack for your trip length and season.
- Water Purification MatrixTreat water from streams and lakes on trail.
- Layering CalculatorCold-season miles: layer for climbs and camp.
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Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse trip tools
How to get there
The identified Kunturiri is in La Paz Municipality, Murillo Province, La Paz Department, Bolivia. Distinguish it from the Kunturiri in Los Andes Province before arranging transport. A road approach, departure settlement and verified trailhead are not established here.
- Kunturiri (Condoriri), Murillo Province
Destination-identification landmark, not a confirmed trailhead. Use the province and municipality to distinguish this mountain from the other Kunturiri in Los Andes Province; confirm the actual entry point before arranging a drop-off.
- Ch'iyar Quta Jawira
River along Kunturiri’s southern slopes, also spelled Chiar Khota Jahuira. It is a geographic landmark only; road access, a trailhead and a usable riverside approach are not established.
Sources: Wikipedia · Wikivoyage. Confirm road and trailhead conditions with the managing agency before you leave.
Popular pursuits at Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Mountaineering
Glacier and high-route objectives with real consequence.
Animals around Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse
Maps, GPS & compass for this trip
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Waterproof topo maps
- Waterproof topographic map — Cordillera Real — Condoriri TraverseAmazon search for waterproof, tear-resistant topo maps covering this area.
- National Geographic Trails IllustratedThe waterproof Trails Illustrated series — check for a sheet covering this area.
- Waterproof map case & compass lanyardKeep a paper map readable in rain, spray and a swamped boat.
Fishing at Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse
Planning to fish Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse, Bolivia? Fishing licences, open seasons and catch limits in Bolivia are set by the local wildlife authority and change every year — check the official source before you cast a line.
Do I need a fishing licence at Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse?
- A Bolivia fishing licence is normally required for anyone over the local youth age.
- Read the current Bolivia fishing regulations for special waters, barbless-hook or catch-and-release rules.
- Clean, drain and dry boats and gear between waters to stop invasive species.
We don't have a verified licensing link on file for Bolivia yet — contact the park or land manager listed on this page for current hunting and fishing rules.
Hunting near Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse
Thinking about hunting Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse, Bolivia? Hunting seasons, tags and draws in Bolivia are set by the wildlife authority each year. Confirm the rules for your species and unit before you go.
Is hunting allowed at Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse?
- Confirm the land around Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse is open to hunting and which management unit it falls in.
What do I need to hunt in Bolivia?
- A Bolivia hunting licence — most jurisdictions also require hunter education certification.
- Species tags or draw results for big game such as deer, elk, moose or bear where they occur.
- Knowledge of firearm and bow transport rules, which differ by land type and border crossing.
We don't have a verified licensing link on file for Bolivia yet — contact the park or land manager listed on this page for current hunting and fishing rules.
Condoriri: establish which mountain the trip reaches
Condoriri is a Hispanicized spelling of Kunturiri, an Aymara name derived from kunturi, meaning condor. The mountain described here rises to about 5,160 metres in Bolivia’s Cordillera Real, part of the Andes. It stands in La Paz Department, within Murillo Province and La Paz Municipality. Those administrative details matter when arranging a trip: another mountain named Kunturiri lies to the northwest, in Los Andes Province. The shared name is not enough to identify a departure point or walking itinerary. Before committing to a Condoriri traverse, match the intended mountain, approach and finish on a suitable map. The mountain’s elevation is a geographic reference, not a confirmed high point for the traverse.
Terrain landmarks, not a verified traverse
The clearest local landmark is Ch'iyar Quta Jawira, also written Chiar Khota Jahuira, whose name means black lake river. It flows along Kunturiri’s southern slopes. The mountains Llust'a and Ch'alla Willk'i lie northeast of Kunturiri, providing additional geographic context. These relationships help distinguish the mountain from its surroundings, but they do not establish a usable walking line. A river beside a mountain is not necessarily an approach route, and nearby peaks do not imply connected trails or pass crossings. Treat these names as map-checking anchors rather than navigation instructions. The traverse’s start, finish, intermediate stages and relationship to these landmarks still need to be established before they can support a practical day-by-day plan.
Preparation and decisions before departure
An Andean mountain setting around a 5,160-metre peak calls for altitude-aware planning, even though the traverse’s actual elevations are not established. Build acclimatization into the wider trip, keep exertion conservative while adjusting, and allow room to change plans if someone becomes unwell. Carry clothing suitable for cold and changing mountain weather, reliable navigation and a water-treatment method. Do not assume the river along the southern slopes supplies safe drinking water or follows the intended itinerary. Confirm the exact route, transport arrangements, current conditions and any access requirements locally before departure. No specific season, walking duration or technical grade can be assigned confidently here. In particular, do not treat information about the mountain itself as evidence that the traverse includes its summit.
Route options
- Condoriri traverse — itinerary to confirm
A verified traverse alignment is not established here. Confirm its endpoints, stages and mountain identification before treating it as a navigable route; do not assume it reaches Kunturiri’s summit.
- Kunturiri southern slopes — approach to investigate
Ch'iyar Quta Jawira flows along this side of the mountain, but that geographic relationship does not establish a walking route. A southern approach requires local verification and should not be treated as a confirmed alternative traverse.
Sample itineraries
- One-day route-verification plan · 1 day
Use this as a planning day, not a confirmed walking itinerary. Verify which Condoriri the proposed traverse visits, its access points, overnight locations and exit options. Kunturiri in La Paz Municipality is distinct from the mountain of the same name in Los Andes Province.
- Two-day preparation outline · 2 days
Day one: confirm the route identity, access arrangements and current mountain conditions locally. Day two: review acclimatization, equipment and turnaround decisions against the confirmed route. This outline does not establish that the Condoriri Traverse can be completed in two days.
Seasonal conditions
Spring
Confirm locally before choosing dates
Spring-specific trail and weather conditions are not established here. For this high-Andean setting, confirm temperatures, precipitation and footing along the intended route before committing.
Summer
Confirm locally before choosing dates
Do not assume summer means warm mountain travel. Kunturiri reaches approximately 5,160 metres; check conditions at the elevations your route actually reaches rather than using its summit elevation as a route description.
Fall
Confirm locally before choosing dates
A reliable fall trekking window is not established here. Check current weather, route access and overnight conditions before settling on a schedule.
Winter
Confirm locally before choosing dates
Winter route suitability is not established here. Prepare for cold exposure in high mountain terrain, and confirm whether the intended route requires equipment or skills beyond ordinary trekking.
| Season | Window | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Confirm locally before choosing dates | Spring-specific trail and weather conditions are not established here. For this high-Andean setting, confirm temperatures, precipitation and footing along the intended route before committing. |
| Summer | Confirm locally before choosing dates | Do not assume summer means warm mountain travel. Kunturiri reaches approximately 5,160 metres; check conditions at the elevations your route actually reaches rather than using its summit elevation as a route description. |
| Fall | Confirm locally before choosing dates | A reliable fall trekking window is not established here. Check current weather, route access and overnight conditions before settling on a schedule. |
| Winter | Confirm locally before choosing dates | Winter route suitability is not established here. Prepare for cold exposure in high mountain terrain, and confirm whether the intended route requires equipment or skills beyond ordinary trekking. |
Permits, fees & closures
Confirm current permit requirements, access rules and any booking arrangements with the managing agency before travel.
Confirm current permits, fees, and closures with the managing agency before you go.
Hazards & regulations
- Altitude: Kunturiri is approximately 5,160 metres high. The traverse's elevations are not established here; allow for acclimatization and avoid continuing upward if altitude symptoms develop.
- Route confusion: the Kunturiri in La Paz Municipality lies southeast of another Kunturiri in Los Andes Province. Verify coordinates and route identity before navigating.
- Cold and weather exposure: plan conservatively for high-Andean terrain, with protective layers and a turnaround plan.
- Water obstacles: Ch'iyar Quta Jawira flows along Kunturiri's southern slopes. Its presence does not establish a safe crossing or confirm that the traverse crosses it.
What to pack for Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse
- Insulating layers
- Windproof and waterproof outer layers
- Warm hat and gloves
- Sun protection
- Verified route map with coordinates
- Offline navigation and backup power
- First-aid kit
- Emergency shelter
- Headlamp
- Water containers
- Water-treatment method
- Food matched to the confirmed itinerary
- Extra food for delays
Cordillera Real — Condoriri Traverse FAQ
- Where is the Kunturiri described here?
- It is in the Cordillera Real of the Bolivian Andes, within La Paz Department, Murillo Province and La Paz Municipality. Bolivia is the country; Latin America is the broader region.
- Are Kunturiri and Condoriri the same name?
- Condoriri is a Hispanicized spelling of Kunturiri. The Aymara name includes kunturi, meaning condor. The name alone does not establish wildlife sightings.
- Does the traverse reach 5,160 metres?
- Approximately 5,160 metres is the stated elevation of Kunturiri, not a verified high point for the traverse. Confirm the route profile separately.
- Which nearby features help distinguish this mountain?
- Ch'iyar Quta Jawira flows along its southern slopes. Kunturiri lies southwest of Llust'a and Ch'alla Willk'i, and southeast of the Kunturiri in Los Andes Province.
- How many days does the traverse take, and where does it start?
- A verified duration, trailhead, route sequence and overnight locations are not established here. The planning outlines above are not walking schedules. Obtain a current route description before arranging transport or accommodation.
- Is this a trekking route or a mountaineering objective?
- The mountain's location and height do not establish the traverse's technical difficulty. Confirm terrain, required equipment and guide needs for the exact route rather than assuming ordinary trekking equipment is sufficient.