Morning pickup from your hotel in La Paz. Ascend to La Cumbre Pass at 4,650 meters for photos of the glaciated Cordillera Real peaks. Begin the descent past the Unduavi checkpoint onto the historic Yungas Road in our private tourist vehicle, driving at a safe, leisurely pace. As alpine tundra gives way to lush cloud forests, pause at panoramic cliffside viewpoints and waterfalls cascading across the road. Arrive in the tropical warmth of Coroico/Yolosita for a relaxed countryside lunch. Return swiftly to La Paz via the modern paved Cotapata-Santa Bárbara highway.
Death Road & Coroico Scenic Mountain Drive Full Day (Bolivia)
Duration
Full Day
Difficulty
Easy
Modality
Private or Shared Tour
Max Altitude
4,650 m.s.n.m. (Paso La Cumbre, descendiendo hasta 1,200 m.s.n.m. en Los Yungas)
From
$580.00 USD
Unforgettable Experience
Tour Overview
A scenic full-day overland expedition traversing the world-famous 'Death Road' (Camino de los Yungas) aboard a private, comfortable tourist vehicle with an experienced professional mountain driver.
Experience dramatic ecological shifts: descend from the freezing glaciated heights of La Cumbre Pass (4,650 m) down to the subtropical banana, coffee, and fruit valleys of Coroico (1,200 m), passing roaring waterfalls, mist-veiled canyons, and lush tropical vegetation.
Detailed Duration
07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Max Altitude
4,650 m.s.n.m. (Paso La Cumbre, descendiendo hasta 1,200 m.s.n.m. en Los Yungas)
Guide Languages
English & Spanish Official
Safety & Support
Oxygen, First Aid & 24/7
Day by Day
Detailed Itinerary 1 Día
Total Transparency
Program Inclusions
What is Included?
- Round-trip private tourist transport with experienced professional mountain driver
- Certified bilingual guide (English / Spanish)
- Mid-morning snacks, bottled water, and country lunch in Coroico
- Photo stops at scenic canyon lookouts and waterfalls
Not Included
- Municipal route entrance fee in Unduavi (50 Bolivianos per person)
- Personal expenses and tips
Get Ready
Recommendations & Tips
Expert Local Guides Tips
- Dress in layers ('onion system'): 4,650 m pass is freezing cold, while Coroico at 1,200 m is warm and tropical.
- Insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, today all heavy trucks and buses use the modern paved bypass highway. The old dirt road is dedicated to leisurely tourism and mountain bikes, driven slowly and safely by licensed chauffeurs.
Direct Local Operator
Based in Cusco, no middlemen
24/7 Ongoing Support
Dedicated attention before and during your trip
Licensed Expert Guides
Bilingual professionals in trekking and history
Real Experiences & Ratings
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Booking this tour with Samex Tours Peru was the best decision for our holiday. Every connection, hotel pickup, and guided excursion occurred with clockwork punctuality. We enjoyed an ideal balance between thrilling sightseeing and relaxing cultural immersion.
From the very first day, the Samex team made us feel completely looked after. The itinerary transitions smoothly between destinations, and having private transport and expert local guides allowed us to truly connect with the communities and history.
Flawless communication 24/7 via WhatsApp and top-tier guides who are passionate about their heritage. We created memories to last a lifetime and will recommend Samex Tours Peru to all our friends back home.
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