La Paz: Death Road Biking Tour
Nature & adventure
Day Trips From
Outdoor activities
Tours
Day trips
Outdoor sports
Sightseeing on wheels
Mountain biking
Bike tours
Embark on a thrilling bike ride down Bolivia's Death Road. Descend from snowy peaks to lush valleys, ending with a relaxing lunch at Dos Ríos Hotel.
Highlights
- Feel the rush as you bike down the world's most dangerous road
- Marvel at the stunning transition from snowy peaks to lush jungle
- Enjoy a hearty breakfast and a buffet lunch at Dos Ríos Hotel
- Capture breathtaking photos of cliffs, waterfalls, and diverse flora
- Relax by the pool and unwind after an adrenaline-filled day
Description
Experience the ultimate adventure on Bolivia's infamous Death Road. Starting at an altitude of 4700 meters, this exhilarating biking tour takes you from the snowy peaks of the Cordillera Central down to the lush Yungas Valley. Begin your day with a hearty breakfast featuring local foods, hot chocolate, and bread, followed by a safety briefing and bike practice session led by the expert ALTITUDE guides.
The journey kicks off with a 31 km descent through low clouds and breathtaking mountain views. Along the way, you'll pass small villages, grazing llamas, and dramatic cliffs. The 'Camino de la Muerte,' built by prisoners in the 1930s, is renowned as one of the world's most dangerous roads. As you navigate this thrilling route, you'll encounter stunning waterfalls and lush vegetation.
Your adventure starts early with a hotel pickup between 06:00 and 07:00, followed by a drive to the summit of La Paz at 3600 meters. After testing your equipment and receiving instructions from your guides, you'll begin the first leg of the journey on asphalt, descending to the town of Unduavi. Here, you'll take a short break before continuing on the dirt road into the Bolivian jungle.
By 13:45, you'll reach the bridge at 1200 meters, marking the end of your bike adventure. From there, you'll be transferred to the DOS RÍOS Hotel, where you can enjoy a buffet lunch, hot showers, and free time by the pool. The tour concludes with a return trip to La Paz, arriving around nightfall.
Includes
Shared transportation
Mountain bikes
Complete equipment
Bilingual guides
3 snacks & lunch buffet
Unlimited bottled water
Altitude jacket & trousers
Hotel common areas access
Hot showers
Rain coats (Rainy season)
Google drive access to tour photos & videos
American-style breakfast
Altitude shirt (red or black as a souvenir)
Important Information
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund