Hike from Jayllihuaya Valley to Khotia
We reached the end of our trek today with one final descent down to the blue lakes of Khotia. After eight days of challenging high altitude trekking, expansive views, and complete solitude in the mountains, we are on our way back to La Paz for showers, hotel comforts and pizza!
Rachel
Summit of Trekking Peak Jacha Tuxu
We summited 17,630 ft Jacha Tuxu today and reached the highest point of our trek!
Hiking Photos from Jistaña Khota to Kelluani Valley
Hike up Jistaña Khota Valley
Today half of the team took a rest day in our lakeside camp and the other half hiked further up the valley to the next lake. The Jistaña Khota valley is one of my favorite remote spots in the Cordillera Real. It is an extremely rugged area with beautiful complex peaks and lakes and rivers colored by granite glacial silt. The valley is also a favorite for rare Andean animals.
Rachel
Hike from Chojña Khota to Laguna Jistaña
Photos from the team’s hike from Chojña Khota to Laguna Jistaña shared by lead guide Rachel Molstad
From start to finish, I knew we were with the right outfit. It was an unforgettable experience, a true lifetime experience. Across the board my guides all showed great leadership. I’m a teacher myself and these guys know how to teach. I not only learned and felt confident, but I had a great deal of fun in the process. People learn better when they are relaxed and enjoying themselves and they were awesome at this.
