La Paz: Death Route guided mountain bike tour with lunch

Nor Yungas Province, Bolivia



Experience the thrill of mountain biking from the Andes to the Amazon Rainforest on a tour from La Paz. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a hotel with showers and a pool in Yolosa.

Mountain Bike Tour from La Paz to Coroico

This mountain bike tour descends from the Andes to the Amazon Rainforest near La Paz, ideal for adventurous cyclists seeking scenic and challenging rides.

Highlights

  • Descend from the Andes to the Amazon Rainforest
  • Lunch at a hotel in Yolosa with showers and a pool
  • Views of the Andes and Amazon Rainforest
  • Ride a double suspension bike with hydraulic disc brakes
  • Snack on chocolate and fruit en route to Yolosa

Description

Begin with an early morning pickup from La Paz, then travel to La Cumbre at 4,700 meters above sea level, where the bike tour starts. The ride begins with a paved road section to a police checkpoint for the national park entrance fee. This section helps build confidence on the bike.

Follow your guide along the 'Camino de la Muerte' (Death Road) in a compact group for safety. Stop midway for snacks of chocolate and fruit before continuing to Yolosa, where the bike ride ends.

In Yolosa, freshen up at a hotel featuring showers and a pool, then enjoy a lunch provided with the tour. Afterward, return to La Paz by vehicle via the new road, arriving around 5:00 pm.

Includes

  • Round trip transportation
  • Bilingual guide
  • Lunch
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Full-face helmet
  • Gloves
  • Jacket
  • Pants

Excludes

  • Entrance fees (Bs. 50)
  • Extra drinks during lunch
  • Personal expenses

Important Information

  • The tour starts early in the morning.
  • Initial paved road section is for gaining confidence on the bike.
  • Safety is a priority; remain in a compact group throughout the ride.
  • The tour ends in Yolosa with a return to La Paz around 5:00 pm.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring sun protection, comfortable clothes, and a camera. The tour is recommended during the dry season for safer road conditions. Book in advance to secure your spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a guided downhill mountain bike tour starting near La Paz, Bolivia, descending from the Andes to the Amazon Rainforest.
Adventurous cyclists comfortable with long downhill rides can join this tour in Bolivia.
The tour begins with an early morning pickup from La Paz; check the website for current departure times.
Lunch is served at a hotel in Yolosa, Bolivia, where guests can also use showers and a pool.
Participants ride double suspension mountain bikes equipped with hydraulic disc brakes for safety on the Bolivia terrain.
The ride covers the distance descending from the high Andes near La Paz down to Yolosa, near the Amazon basin.
Yes, riders enjoy snacks including chocolate and fruit during the ride before lunch in Yolosa.
This tour is recommended for cyclists with experience and comfort on long and challenging downhill rides in Bolivia.
The tour ends in Yolosa, where guests have lunch and access to facilities before returning to La Paz.
No, the tour provides double suspension mountain bikes equipped for the route.

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