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Sajama 6550m

The highest mountain peak in Bolivia, Sajama is an extinct volcano which still retains its volcanic shape. It is located in the west of the country near the Chilean border in the Cordillera Occidental and can be reached from either La Paz or Arica. The authorities of the national park no longer permit ascents out of season.  The height is from SRTM data.

Sajama from the north slopes of Parinacota.

A dramatic view of the southwet side of Nevado Sajama seen from the north slopes of Parinacota.

Approaching the summit of Sajama, Cordillera Occidental, Bolivia

Sajama as seen from near base camp on our first ascent of the mountain in 1992

Sajama seen in the distance from Volcan Parinacota

Sajama seen in the distance from near Volcan Parinacota.

We organise guided ascents of this peak most years. For details of how to climb Sajama please see our guidebook.

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