• Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia
  • Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia
  • Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia
  • Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia
  • Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia
  • Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia
Bolivia

Trekking excursion in the heart of the Maragua crater in Bolivia

Réf : HHDSYO

In summary

  • Sports
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking

    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    America / Bolivia
  • Age
    From 6 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    26.43 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
See our solo trips

In a few words

Immerse yourself in the heart of the Cordillera de Frailes for 2 days of intense trekking between mineral landscapes and ancestral culture!

You will begin by descending an ancient pre-Columbian staircase with a 640m drop, carved into the ochre and red rock, before reaching the mystical Maragua crater for a night in a family hostel.

The next day, you will discover the world's largest dinosaur footprint at Nifiu Mayu, then meet the jalq'a artisans renowned for their unique textiles.

A trek reserved for lovers of physical challenges and authentic experiences, where every step brings you closer to Bolivia's millennia-old history.

The highlights

  • Descent of a spectacular pre-Columbian staircase
  • An authentic night in the mystical Maragua crater
  • An authentic encounter with the Jalq'a weavers
Subscriber benefit save 5% by joining our community
Decathlon Travel Benefits
Best price guaranteed: We offer twice the difference
Free cancellation more than 30 days in advance
Payment in 2 installments
Learn more

Photos

Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

In figures

Trekking

  • Average duration/day: 6h
  • Average distance/day: 16 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 515 m
  • Average daily descent: 625 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 2 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

Your trek will be led by an experienced French-speaking guide , passionate about the Bolivian Andes. With his in-depth knowledge of the trails, the region's unique geology, and local traditions, he will share captivating anecdotes and stories with you throughout the journey. His priority: your safety and comfort, making this experience as enriching as it is unforgettable.

Management

Security

Your safety guides every decision we make. Our teams are trained in first aid and respond quickly if needed. We use equipment adapted to the altitude and Andean trails, which is regularly checked.

We maintain constant contact with our field teams and adapt the itineraries according to the weather and the group's physical condition. Your peace of mind is essential so that you can experience this adventure with complete confidence.

Other supervisors

Your transfers will be provided by a professional private driver , guaranteeing safe and punctual journeys in a vehicle adapted for mountain roads. Discreet and efficient, he will ensure your comfort as soon as you leave the trails and reach the road.

Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
  • map

    Discovering Maragua via the Inka Trail

    • Transportation Minibus - 01h - 30km
    • Activity Trekking
    • Duration of the activity 6h
    • Distance 15 km
    • Positive elevation gain 350 m
    • Negative elevation 1000 m
    • Accommodation Hostel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Immerse yourself in Andean history and geology! After a private transfer, you'll begin the spectacular descent of an ancient pre-Columbian staircase (a 640-meter drop), winding between ochre and red rock faces. Each step brings you closer to the mystical Maragua crater , where the Samary Wasi hostel welcomes you for a timeless night. Optional: a sunset excursion to the Devil's Cave.

    Day 1

Note

Enhance your trip by booking this excursion. However, we do not recommend flying for such a short duration.

Accommodation

🏠 Inn - Day 1
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1
🏠 Inn - Day 1

Experience an authentic immersion in the heart of the Maragua crater at this charming, family-run inn. Literally "the house of rest," Samary Wasi offers absolute tranquility and total escape amidst a unique, mineral landscape.

Access

Departure
Sucre, Bolivie
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Sucre, Bolivie
Day 2 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport international Alcantarí de Sucre

Price details

The price includes

  1. 24/7 assistance from our team during your stay
  2. Private transport (vehicle with driver, petrol, road taxes, parking, accommodation and meals for the driver if necessary) or transport as indicated.
  3. Guides, entrance fees and activities are included in the "included" package for each day.
  4. All breakfasts included (breakfast is not guaranteed if you leave the hotel early in the morning)
  5. Lunches and dinners are included in the "included" section for each day.
  6. Nights in the establishments mentioned or equivalent (subject to availability).
  7. The hotel categories (number of stars) correspond to a classification established by us following regular inspections of each establishment. This is not contractually binding. Please note that the quality of hotels in Bolivia is generally lower than in Europe or North America.

The price does not include

  1. International flights (round trip).
  2. Cancellation/repatriation/multi-risk insurance: see the "insurance" section below.
  3. Lunches and dinners not mentioned (allow US$8 per person for a local lunch and US$12 for lunch in an "international" restaurant and about US$20 per person for dinner).
  4. The drinks.
  5. Tips (restaurants, guides and driver).
  6. Bank charges. Charges related to payment by bank card (4%).
  7. Personal expenses.

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
T
Decathlon Travel Partner

Our partner team

4/5 (2 reviews) • 10 stays
Basée à La Paz, notre partenaire local est une agence de voyages spécialisée dans la création d’itinéraires sur mesure à travers la Bolivie. Forte de plus de vingt ans d’expertise, elle s’appuie sur une connaissance intime du terrain et un solide réseau local pour proposer des immersions authentiques entre les sommets des Andes et les profondeurs de l’Amazonie.

L’équipe internationale, polyglotte (français, espagnol, anglais et allemand), met un point d’honneur à offrir un service fiable et attentionné. Engagée dans une démarche de tourisme conscient et responsable, l’agence conçoit des voyages hors des sentiers battus qui allient parfaitement l'esprit d'aventure au confort nécessaire pour une découverte sereine des paysages boliviens.
Discover their team and their trips
Are you satisfied with this page?
Are you satisfied with this page?

We are sorry to hear that.

Help us improve this page. Tell us what information you would have liked to see.

0/500
Your personal data is collected by Decathlon Travel (Decathlon Expérience SAS), acting as the data controller. The legal basis for this processing is pre-contractual measures/contract to respond to your quote request and contact you. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory. In accordance with applicable data protection regulations, you have various rights, including the right to access, rectify, erase, and object to the processing of your data. To learn more about the processing of your data, to understand all your rights, and how to exercise them, please consult our privacy policy.

Have a question about this trip?

Select the type of request, and we will get back to you shortly.

Book with confidence
Subscriber benefit Because you are part of our community, we offer you an exclusive discount on your bookings.
How much ?
✅ Benefit from 5% off the cost of your stay, up to a maximum of €50.
  • Valid for a first booking on our site, with no minimum purchase required.
  • Can be combined with any other current promotion.
  • Not valid on air transport, carbon offsetting and insurance.
How ?
  • All you need to do is subscribe to our newsletter.
  • You will receive your promo code by email immediately after registering.
We promise not to flood your inbox!
Join our community
Best price guaranteed Our promise is simple: to guarantee you the best price for your adventure. If you find an identical offer cheaper on another French website, We'll offer you twice the difference.
The key principles for benefiting from it:
  • ✅ A 100% identical offer: Same dates, same services, same sales conditions.
  • ✅ A public and accessible price: The offer must be proposed by a French professional website, in euros.
Find all the details and procedures to follow, whether you have already booked or not, on our dedicated page. Discover how to benefit from it
Free cancellation more than 30 days before departure Something unexpected come up? Change your mind with peace of mind. You can cancel your booking free of charge and without giving a reason if you cancel more than 30 days before your departure.
Important conditions:
  • ❌ Flights and transport in your name: Airline or train tickets already issued in your name are not refundable under this guarantee.
  • ❌ Specific named services: Certain personalized services (such as a special permit or a named registration for a race or accommodation) may be excluded.
Details regarding cancellation fees: For the Standard fare booked 30 days or less before departure, and for the Flex fare booked less than 24 hours before departure, the cancellation fees defined in the partner's terms and conditions apply.
Payment in 2 installments without fees Secure your spot now and manage your budget with flexibility. This option allows you to confirm your adventure right away by paying only a portion of the total cost.
How does it work?
  1. You pay a 30% deposit today to reserve your stay.
  2. The balance (the remaining 70%) must be paid no later than 30 days before departure.
Eligibility requirements: This option is available for all stays:
  • ✅ Of an amount greater than €300.
  • ✅ Whose departure is in more than 30 days.