Death Road, Bolivia: Mountain Bike Tour on the World's Most Dangerous Road

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Happy group riding the road! This is not the ride to cut corners on, so make sure you book with the best company. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Amazing views at the start of the old road — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Fly down the 'world’s most dangerous road' on this thrilling mountain-biking adventure! Leave from a high-altitude plain near La Paz, and follow expert guides downhill for 40 miles (64 km) on a narrow, winding road carved into the side of the incredible Andes. Take breaks along the way to admire the landscape that changes from the snowcapped Andes to the lush Amazonian jungle. This is one of the most incredible experiences in South America, and one you'll want to do with the most reccomended company in Bolivia, which uses international safety standards and ensures incredible service. After the riding adventure, unwind at La Senda Verde Ecotourism Resort, an animal refuge, where you’ll enjoy lunch and observe rescued wildlife. Return to La Paz the same day, or stay overnight at La Senda Verde or in Coroico. This is one you'll be telling the grandkids, so do it right!

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At a glance

Duration: 13 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Gravity Assisted Mountain Biking

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Death Road Survivor T-shirt
Included: Entrance into Senda Verde Animal Sanctuary
Included: Professional guide
Included: Use of High End Safety Gear (Helmet, Gloves, Knee/Elbow Pads, Pants/Jacket, etc)
Included: Use of top end bike maintained after every ride by professional mechanics using original parts.
Included: Breakfast: Meat (Eggs, ham & cheese), Vegetarian, Vegan
Included: Lunch
Included: Drinks and snacks
Included: Gravity Buff!
Included: Transport by minibus or small bus

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Additional food and drinks
Not included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee for the communities (50bs Total = 2 Entrance fee of 25 bolivianos each)

Itinerary

La Cumbre

40 min

We drive up to the stunning pass where we get our top of the line Kona full suspension bikes and safety gear before having a detailed safety speech and heading down!
North Yungas Road

4 hours Admission not included

The World Famous Death Road! Make sure you do it with a reputable company with a great safety record. There are no safety standards for operators, so choose wisely as this is a once in a lifetime ride!
San Juan waterfalls

15 min

The georgeous waterfalls that we not only see but ride through! Here we have a snack before heading on!
Cotapata National Park

Passing by

The stunning beauty of the Andes is on display as we ride down from 4800m.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Note: PLEASE EMAIL US WITH YOUR HOTEL WHEN YOU BOOK, IF YOU DON'T YET HAVE A HOTEL WE NEED YOUR CONTACT DETAILS TO COORDINATE PICKUP> Please provide all passenger heights, glove size, food restrictions, and helmet size as well as your insurance company details and country of birth at time of booking.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Approximate riding time is 4-5 hours
90% of the ride is downhill
Minimum age is 18 years
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Suitable for both beginners and experts
A good level of fitness is required
All passenger heights, glove size and helmet size must be advised at time of booking
Insurance company details and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Note: Return times vary depending on traffic.You will be back in La Paz between 8pm and 10pm
This tour is operated by Gravity Assisted Mountain Biking, a company widely recognized for maintaining the highest levels of safety standards and equipment