Death Road Bolivia Biking Tour

At a glance

Death Road Bolivia Biking Tour is a 1 day guided experience in La Paz, Bolivia, operated by Altitude Travel. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 3,761 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $156 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Use of bicycle, Snacks, Driver/guide.

Quick facts

Duration

1 day

Group

Small group, up to 50 travellers

Languages

German, English, Spanish

Pickup

Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   At 07:00 hours pick up from the hotel and departure to the summit of La Paz that is at an altitude of 3,600 meters (11,810 feet) at the foot of the Cordillera Real de los Andes, on the way you can see the flora and fauna of the desert of the high plateau and the snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Real.
   
   09:00 test of the equipment and explanation of the guides on the use of the equipment, hot refreshment. We start the adventure by bicycle the first part is asphalt with a cold climate until you reach the town of Unduavi (Control antinarcotics and review only motorized transport) rest and refreshments.
   
   10:30 Dirt road begins at an altitude of 2,700 masl, a subtropical place, we enter the Bolivian jungle through the most dangerous road in the world, known as the road of death. An incredible view on the dirt road, during the descent it passes through streams, waterfalls, next to the great variety of flora and fauna that the place presents us. At noon, passengers will get some time to rest and refresh.
   
   13:45 Arrival at the bridge a place with a warm climate and the end of the bike adventure at a height of 1,200 meters (3,940 feet). Later, transfer to DOS RIOS hotel 35 minutes from Coroico, to use the showers, lunch and free time to enjoy the weather next to the pool, etc.
   
   16:30 Return to the city of La Paz through the new Santa Barbara Cotapata highway. Arrival to La Paz approximately at nightfall
   
   Includes: 
   • Shared tourist transportation
   • Mountain bikes
   • Complete equipment (helmet, knee pads, knuckles, gloves)
   • Professional bilingual guides
   • 3 snacks & lunch Buffet at the hotel
   • Unlimited bottled water
   • Altitude jacket and trousers
   • Photographs and videos of the tour in our Facebook page and access to Dropbox
   • Access to common areas of the Hotel
   • Hot showers
   • Soap and towels
   • Altitude shirt (red or black as a souvenir)
   
   Not Included:
   • Travel insurance
   • 50 bs Entrance fees in Unduavi
   • Tips
   • Services not mentioned
   
   What To Bring to the Death Road Tour
   • An extra change of clothes and shoes,
   • Swimsuit
   • Sunglasses
   • Sunscreen
   • Insect repellent

Meeting point

Good to know

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions