Climbing in Bolivia - Huayna Potosi - 6088 m - Jan 09

[zenmachinefilms]

Really nice video.

I climbed Potosi 15 years ago. It's not that difficult for experienced climbers, but it's a rather long summit day with a few steep parts, and if you are not acclimated the altitude can be very dangerous. If you're more of a novice, pick a few other climbs first, or be on a team with a strong leader to keep an eye on you.

I likened it to climbing Mt. Rainier in the states, only it's much higher, the weather is usually better, and there's far less people.

[1moravian]

that's what i had in my iTunes. I don't have the full album, just one song and the name is the one I mentioned below. That's all I could find.

thx

[meingliedistzugross]

Thank you, but right now I listened to all songs of the Soundtrack of King Arthur and couldn't find this one!? Do you konw exactly which one it is?

[1moravian]

the name of the song is King Arthur (by Hans Zimmer)

[meingliedistzugross]

Can anybody tell me the name of this song?

[stephenbchiang]

What a great climb. May i ask what the soundtrack is?

[RuteandoPorLosAndes]

Funny, we have done something similar ourselves. We are currently publishing our videos about the days we spent in La Paz, before crossing la Cordillera Real... walking!!

We're still embarked in our adventure, just in case you want to check out our videos.

Cheers!!

[BigWoschech]

Very Amazing! I am also planning to do this in Jan 2011. It looks so stunning. Just a couple of questions?

1. Did the Tour-Agency offer warm clothing or did you bring it yourselfe?

2. If you brought it yourselfe, what kind of jacket did you wear and how many layers underneath?

2. How much did you pay for the two days? Is $150 realistic?

Thank you very much for the inspiring video!

All the best,

Seb.

[JamesFinn25]

@BigWoschech I did it about a month ago and only paid roughly around 100 euros. All the gear, food, transfers were included. The agency I booked through is across the road from the WIld Rover hostel in La Paz........ p.s. make sure and have a few drinks in the Wild Rover....... good times ;-)

[BigWoschech]

@JamesFinn25 : Hey there, thank you for your answer. The prices are at 140 Euro now, but for this Experience it was still worth the money!!! What an amazing Trip!!! The Wild Rover sadly was full when I tried ... however we did have a few drinks in LaPaz ;-) ..... of course after the climb!!!

So, thanx again and good luck with all the upcoming climbs!

[mimana2]

Very good. It was challenging but worth the effort.

[SuperAlbertocruz]

muito obrigado pelo video, janeiro de 2011 eu vou!

[1moravian]

We did it exactly the same way. I think we started the climb on 3 January after spending few days in La Paz. Hypoxia is tricky, I had no problems going up but going down was a struggle. My buddy was fine.

Dealing with the altitude is very individual and has basically nothing to do with your physical condition. I was very fit and i had trouble, he wasn't fit at all and was fine. Definitely pack good quality sun glasses.

As for weather - we were lucky and had a clear sky for few minutes.

[izidushka]

And how was the weather? I've read that it is very bad in january and quite dangerous!!!

[izidushka]

Hi! We are planning to climb Huayna next month. Was it difficult? What about altitude sickness? We will have just few days in Cuzco and La Paz before climbing - i don't think it is enough and i'm really afraid of it.... What do you think? What company made your climb?

[1moravian]

as for the company: we just walked around downtown LaPaz and negotiated the best price/deal. They all try to rip you off, so, don't be nice and get the best deal! And make sure that they do what they promise to do, be tough!!

[popcatepetl2]

Well done! Great video, Potosi is on my list for next year

[1moravian]

January 2009

[infrastellar]

paradicka :) raz ho dam :)

[blaublume33]

Very nice! I did it in 2008! It rules! You are from Tschechoslowakei?

[1moravian]

Hi, thanks! I live somewhere else right now but I am originally from Czech Republic.

[1moravian]

thanks, it was a fun trip, can't wait to do another one ;)