Sirk'i Qullu Mountain
Andean mountain peak near La Paz
An Andean peak in La Paz Department, Sirk'i Qullu rises above the Altiplano. Visitors come for high‑altitude trekking, mountain scenery and to observe local Aymara communities and grazing landscapes.
Sirk'i Qullu at a Glance#
Address: Sirk’i Qullu, La Paz Department, Bolivia
How to Get to Sirk'i Qullu#
Access typically involves travel from La Paz and regional roads into the highlands; final approaches may require multi-day treks depending on route. Local guides are recommended for remote highland travel.
Tips for Visiting Sirk'i Qullu#
- Hire a local guide familiar with Aymara toponyms and mountain routes for safer navigation in high terrain.
- Acclimatize in La Paz before attempting strenuous hikes in the region.
- Respect local land use-many highland areas are used for pastoralism and sacred rituals.
Best Time to Visit Sirk'i Qullu#
May-October is the preferred season for high-altitude trekking and climbing.
Weather & Climate near Sirk'i Qullu#
Sirk'i Qullu's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from -10°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (792 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -2° - 10° | 2° | 155 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -1° - 9° | 1° | 127 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 9° | 1° | 110 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -5° - 11° | 1° | 42 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -7° - 11° | -1° | 22 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -9° - 10° | -3° | 13 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -10° - 9° | -4° | 12 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -9° - 10° | -3° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -6° - 11° | -1° | 42 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -5° - 12° | 1° | 50 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -3° - 12° | 2° | 78 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 10° | 2° | 123 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |