About this
The Death Road is a downhill bike ride that begins in the mountains at 4,600 ms and ends at the river level at 1,200 ms.
Traveling through a diversity of landscapes and temperature changes that give you a feeling of adventure and harmony with nature.
The ride will take you all day and physical condition is not demanding because it is full descent
Highlights
Different scenery during a single day descending from the mountains to the rivers.
Beautiful and wonderful panoramic views all the way up the Death Road
Coca plantations in the Yungas region along the way.
Amazing waterfalls on the second section of the circuit
What to bring
We recommend that you bring the following:
A pair of shorts or leggings.
Extra clothes to change into before you return.
Sunglasses (if you need to wear them).
Sunscreen
Mosquito repellent
Toiletries & Bath towel
Extra money to use the road tax (bs50)
An extra pair of shoes (one pair for cycling and one pair for after cycling).
Any prescription medication you may need (there are no pharmacies along the route)
Extra battery for your mobile phone (if you need it)
What's included
- transportation
bus or minivan - experienced guide
english / spanish - meals
breakfast, snack, lunch - clothes
pants, jacket, jersey - safety equipment
helmet, gloves, elbow pad, knee pad - photos & videos via Dropbox
- If your accommodation is located near the city center, we will pick you up directly from your hotel/Airbnb.
What's not included
X drinks at the hotel
X towels
X use road fee (50bs)
X Death Road T-shirt
X Zipline ticket
Full Day Itinerary
- 07:30 AM – Meeting & Gear Setup
- If your accommodation is located near the city center, we will pick you up directly from your hotel/Airbnb.Otherwise, if your lodging is outside our central radius (e.g., Zona Sur), we will assign a convenient and safe central meeting point for your pickup.
- Meet your bilingual guides, fit your premium mountain bike, and suit up with your professional riding safety gear.
- If your accommodation is located near the city center, we will pick you up directly from your hotel/Airbnb.Otherwise, if your lodging is outside our central radius (e.g., Zona Sur), we will assign a convenient and safe central meeting point for your pickup.
- 08:00 AM – Drive to the Summit
- Hop into our private transport for a scenic 1-hour drive up to La Cumbre (4,700m / 15,400ft), the highest point of the day.
- 09:15 AM – Alpine Breakfast at the Top 🍳
- Arrive at the breathtaking summit. Before riding, enjoy a hot, energizing breakfast surrounded by stunning snow-capped peaks to fuel up for the descent.
- Final safety briefing and bicycle component check.
- 10:00 AM – Part 1: The Asphalt Warm-up
- Enjoy a fast, smooth, 20km tarmac descent. Perfect for getting comfortable with your bike’s brakes and suspension while adjusting to the mountain gravity.
- 11:15 AM – Unduavi Checkpoint Shuttle
- Arrive at the Unduavi checkpoint. Here, we load the bicycles onto the bus and drive up to Chuspipata, where the real Death Road officially begins.
- 11:45 AM – Part 2: Entering the Death Road
- Unload the bikes at Chuspipata and begin the legendary rough gravel road.
- Descend through dramatic vertical cliffs, towering waterfalls, and lush tropical greenery.
- 01:00 PM – Mid-Route Snack & Rest Stop (20-30 Mins) 🍫
- Take a well-deserved 20 to 30-minute break in the heart of the canyon.
- Recharge with a fresh snack and hydration, stretch your forearms, and capture incredible panoramic photos of the sheer drops.
- 02:30 PM – The Finish Line (Yolosa or Puente Elena)
- Depending on the weather conditions, we will cross the finish line either at Yolosa or down at Puente Elena (1,100m / 3,600ft). Celebrate conquering the world’s most famous downhill, strip off your dusty gear, and feel the tropical jungle warmth.
- 03:00 PM – Eco-Lodge, Buffet & Pool
- Head to a local hotel/eco-lodge for a hot shower. Enjoy a fresh buffet lunch and relax by the swimming pool.
- Head to a local hotel/eco-lodge for a hot shower. Enjoy a fresh buffet lunch and relax by the swimming pool.
- 05:00 PM – Drive back to La Paz
- Pack the bikes safely onto our racks and head back up the mountains.
- 08:00 PM – Arrival in La Paz
- Drop-off at the central meeting point or your residential accommodation.
- 07:30 AM – Meeting & Gear Setup
Q&A
Which difference between full suspension and hardtail mountain bike?
The core difference is that hardtail bikes have front suspension only, whereas full-suspension (Full-Sus) bikes have both front and rear suspension. Hardtails are lighter, more efficient for climbing, and lower maintenance. Full-suspension bikes offer superior comfort, control, and stability on rough, steep, or technical, rooty/rocky terrain
How can I pay for the tour?
You can pay in cash at our office or we can come to your accommodation to collect the money. In this case, you can send your booking request and arrange payment.
Another option is to pay online using your credit or debit card. In this case, you make the payment directly on our website.
Start Time
Pick up time 07:00 if your hostel is close to the downtown
Fully Guided
A guide will be with you for the entire tour
Group size
We have small groups 3 to 8
Choice your type of bike
We offer full-suspension and front-suspension bikes