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A Journey of Natural and Cultural Immersion
All inclusive running retreat.
10 – 16th september, 2023.
Bolivia: Andes, Amazon and Titicaca
7 days – 6 nights
All Levels
From $2,499 USD
Ranging from 8 to 16 km
Payment installment plans at check out!
Journey deep into the heart of Bolivia in a cultural and natural immersive running experience unlike any other as we traverse through the country’s most awe-inspiring landscapes, and unlock the secrets of ancient cultures and traditions.
From the lush depths of the Amazon jungle to the pristine shores of Lake Titicaca, and from the mysterious Valle de las Ánimas to the majestic Huayna Potosí glaciers and mountains, this journey promises an unforgettable and rewarding experience that combines the best of Bolivia’s diverse natural wonders and cultural heritage.
Yannink Wende
Yannick Wende is an Andean born competitive mountain biker, mountaineering enthusiast, and trail runner. His life revolves around the mountains surrounding his birth place in La Paz, Bolivia. Working on various social and environmental programs around the Bolivian and Peruvian Andes has allowed him to understand and communicate an admiration and respect for the Andes through storytelling. Yannick’s partnership with Aire Libre Running has also given him a new opportunity to explore his mountain sanctuary in a new dimension and reconnect to it with this new calling. He is an adventurer who enjoys bird watching, learning about native plants, and he is driven by a determination to make the Andes and promote native community building and cultural development.
You can reach Yannick on @yannickwende
Day 1: La Paz Arrival – Briefing – Welcome Dinner
Upon your arrival to the city of La Paz, our team and private transportation will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to your comfortable hotel. Located in the suburban neighborhood of downtown La Paz. You can take the rest of the day as an opportunity to rest after your trip, visit the famous «Teleférico» gondola system and dive into the La Paz city vibe.
Afternoon yoga & presence session in La Paz.
We will have a short briefing in the afternoon right before our welcome dinner ceremony.
An excellent welcome to a high elevation city!
Accomodation: Lunch & Dinner:
La Paz Included
Day 2: Coroico – Death Road Run 16K – Jungle Experience.
We will drive straight towards the Andes majestic mountain range and right down to the start of our run at the world famous «Death Road». This will be a unique and exhilarating experience which will offer breathtaking views of the Andean Mountains and waterfalls as we head down 16km on this narrow road carved into the side of the mountain making it one of the world’s most dangerous roads! Perfect way to acclimatize and to start tackling Bolivian soil!
We will arrive at the finishing point and regroup to hop back into our transportation.
We will take a short drive to find our lunch spot and a comfortable shower right in the middle of the Bolivian Amazon and then head back to La Paz for Dinner and rest.
Accomodation: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:
La Paz Included
Day 3: Valle de las Animas Run 11 km
Valle de las Ánimas represents the world’s biggest geological tower formations. The views of canyons, natural alleys and needle like mountain formations are definitely something out of this world!
We take time to traverse the whole extension of the valley in one amazing run before we regroup and drive to our great lunch spot in the beautiful southern part of the city of La Paz.
Afternoon Yoga Session in La Paz.
We will meet later on in the evening for our dinner in downtown La Paz.
Accomodation: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:
La Paz Included
Day 4: Transfer to Isla del Sol.
We will rise early in the morning. After breakfast we meet up and get ready for our transfer to Lake Titicaca and the Sun Island.
A stunning four hour trip will have us driving right next to the spectacular Andes Mountain Range and diving into the world’s highest navigable lake. The majestic Titicaca brings a different atmosphere to our experience with two fantastic, unique boat rides before we arrive after lunch at the beatiful Sun Island.
Cradle of the Inca culture, this Island is one of Bolivia’s most sacred places- the intense views combined with the energy you will feel will definitely do all the explaining!
After our spectacular Andea boat rides, we will settle in at our cozy ecological lodge, tucked in the middle of the island, for a delicious dinner and a well earned sleep.
Accomodation: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:
Isla del Sol Included
Day 5: Sunrise Session – Isla del Sol Run 15 km
We will rise before dawn for an authentic Andean ceremony followed by an energizing meditation session on the shores of Lake Titicaca. An epic and once in a lifetime recharging and meditation experience!
After our meditation we settle in for breakfast and an early run of 15 kilometers across the welcoming surroundings of the Sun Island where we will find ourselves amazed by the colors of Lake Titicaca, boasting the deepest of blues, and by the incredible Inca and pre Inca ruin sites of this Island. This is one enchanting, epic and surreal run you’ll remember for a lifetime.
After our run, we will take time to regroup at the hotel, freshen up and get on comfortable clothing for our journey back to La Paz by boat.
At our arrival to La Paz we will drop our belongings off and then head out for dinner.
Accomodation: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:
La paz Included
Day 6: Huayna Potosí Run 10K at 5100 meters of altitude (16,000 ft)
This day can be considered the main event of this magical adventure.
After a substantial breakfast in a suburban neighborhood of the city, we will take a short and spectacular drive to our closest encounter with the majestic Andes mountain range.
We will head towards Huayna Potosí, La Paz’s main «Guardian Mountains» that stands at 6,100 meters high (19,000 feet). Right in front of the mountain we will start our 10 kilometers run at an elevation of 5,000 meters (16,000 feet) of altitude!
You’d be forgiving for struggling to take this run all in. The astounding views, the powerful presence of the mountain and your body producing those high altitude endorphins in the highest run of your life!
Accomodation: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:
La Paz Included
Day 7: La Paz Out
La Paz Flight out.
Shuttles to the airport will be available at any time for your convenience.
Add On Available at Check Out:
Uyuni Salt Flats (+3 days)
Day 1 | September 16th:
After the Experience and after the final night of the experience you will take a night bus to the Uyuni Salt Flats.
Our Team will be waiting for you at the Bus Terminal upon your arrival.
Activities:
*subject to weather conditions
Accomodation: Lunch & Dinner:
Jirira – Salt Hotel Included
Day 2 | September 17th
Day two starts with an early Sunrise view of the Volcano Tunupa.
Activities:
Drop off at the Bus Terminal for the night bus returning to La Paz
Lunch & Dinner:
Included
Day 3 | September 18th
Arrival to La Paz at sunrise, Pick up from Bus Terminal and Transfer to Hotel. Day use at the hotel back in La Paz – free day/afternoon to rest and to explore the last little bits of La Paz City, and Night transfer to the Airport.
Activities:
*subject to weather conditions
Day 4 | September 19th
Flight Out Suggested: September 19th early in the morning (between 2:00-5:00 am)
Shuttle to the airport: included.
Keep your packing as light as possible
Consider layers of breathable clothing for sun, cold and wind.
Weather in La Paz can be unpredictable, but very friendly in terms of temperature. There is no extreme season, as temperature variations between «summer» and «winter» is only 10 to 15 degrees Celsius. Nights are usually chilly and day time is usually sunny and warm; rains are short and tropical most of the time which means as we get closet to the mountains we might get very swift and quick rains storms followed by sunshine. It is an Andean country with a very high elevation which means when the weather gets close to the mountains it can turn cold rapidly, we recommend our travelers to be ready for cold weather as well as warm during runs and casual activities.
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DIFFICULTY
All of our trips are designed to welcome hikers and runners of all fitness levels. We will assign different guides to groups of different levels so that no one is left behind. You will feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip whether you’re a professional runner that wants to add these runs to your training, an amateur who wants to explore the world of trail-running or a casual hiker who wishes to challenge themselves while enjoying nature in a secure environment.
Fly to El Alto International Airport (IATA: LPB, ICAO: SLLP), a couple of hours before the retreat begins and a couple of hours after the retreat ends.
Aire Libre Running will provide van shuttles to and from the airport.
Consider coming early, as it is important to take some time to acclimatize to the altitude, as the average altitude of Altiplano Boliviano is 12,300 feet.
Most of the US flights come into Bolivia early in the morning (1:30 am – 3:30 am mostly), we will enable an airport shuttle and lodging so you can get some rest, some free time and be on schedule for the yoga session and Welcome Dinner.
If your a US Citizen, you should obtain an entry VISA upon arrival. We will provide you with the probationary documents needed for this procedure (a copy of your passport may be needed). Be sure to bring your visa payment in cash, in crean, crisp bills. You may be asked about and international certificate of vaccination against yellow fever.
Arrival | Sunday, September 10th
Any time | El Alto International Airport (IATA: LPB, ICAO: SLLP)
Farewell | Saturday, September 16th
Any time | El Alto International Airport (IATA: LPB, ICAO: SLLP)
Aire Libre Running will provide car shuttles from and to the airport.
Closer to the experience, you will be invited to a WhatsApp group chat. We use WhatsApp to connect with the group and share detailed info about the trip. Please make sure to download the app so you don’t miss important communication.
Our itineraries are designed to be flexible and subject to change according to weather, participant interest or other conditions.
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