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Kunturiri (Los Andes)

Mountain

A jagged Andean massif near La Paz, Kunturiri attracts mountaineers and high-altitude trekkers seeking glacier routes, technical climbs and panoramic views of the Cordillera Real.

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Kunturiri (Los Andes) essentials

Country: Bolivia
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Boliviano (Bs.)
Language: Spanish, Guarani, Quechua

Kunturiri (Los Andes) at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Kunturiri (Los Andes)

A distinctive Andean massif near La Paz in Bolivia, Condoriri (Kunturiri) is known for its serrated peaks and popular alpine routes in the Cordillera Real.

Dry season (trekking/climbing)
May-September · -5°C to +10°C (higher elevations colder)
Clearer weather and more stable conditions for climbing and trekking in the Cordillera Real.
Wet season
November-March · 0°C to +10°C (summer storms)
Afternoon thunderstorms common; lower visibility and more technical route-finding.

Weather & Climate near Kunturiri (Los Andes)

Climate

Kunturiri (Los Andes)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from -10°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (821 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 62 Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
-10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -1° - 11° 2° 160 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
February - -1° - 10° 2° 133 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
March - -2° - 10° 2° 118 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
April - -4° - 11° 1° 48 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
May - -7° - 11° 0° 22 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
June - -9° - 10° -2° 12 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
July - -10° - 10° -3° 12 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
August - -8° - 11° -2° 16 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
September - -5° - 11° 0° 42 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
October - -4° - 13° 2° 49 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
November - -3° - 13° 2° 79 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
December - -2° - 11° 2° 130 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Kunturiri (Los Andes)

Condoriri is typically approached from La Paz. Travel to El Alto (20-40 minutes from La Paz), then take shared minibuses or arrange private transport toward communal villages such as Tuni and then on to the Condoriri trailheads. Most trekkers and climbers hire guides in La Paz for transport, permits and logistics.

Tips for Visiting Kunturiri (Los Andes)

  • Acclimatize in La Paz or El Alto for at least 48 hours before attempting hikes around the Condoriri massif.
  • Base approaches usually begin from Tuni or Zongo valleys; hire local guides and mule teams for camps and technical climbing.
  • Expect rapidly changing weather at high altitude; climbers should plan for snow even in summer.