Jaruma

The Jaruma summit extends above the Cordillera Real range, presenting technical climbing sections covered with snow and ice throughout the year.

The mountain has served as a natural boundary marker between different indigenous territories since pre-Columbian times in the Andean region.

Local communities near Jaruma maintain traditional ceremonies at specific points around the mountain base during agricultural celebrations each season.

Mountaineers need to complete a minimum week of altitude acclimatization in La Paz before attempting the Jaruma ascent between May and September.

The summit provides access points to study high-altitude plant species that grow above 5000 meters in specific soil conditions.

GPS coordinates: -20.47055,-68.40236

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:36