July 23, 2018
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- Old Town La Paz (Adam Clark)
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- San Francisco Cathedral (Adam Clark)
IMG Senior Guide, Adam Clark checked in from La Paz after a busy couple of days. The Team arrived to La Paz with all of their gear which is the first big hurdle when we are flying into El Alto (the highest International Airport in the world at 13,313 ft.) After the team arrived and got some well-deserved rest, it was time for gear checks. This team is dialed according to Adam. Everyone arrived with the right gear and ready to go climbing.
Once gear checks were done, it was time to stretch the legs and acclimatize with a city tour. Walking around La Paz is a unique experience. Our hotel is at 12,000 ft. and taking a simple city tour is not only fun, but also a great way to help our bodies acclimatize to the high elevation. It was a beautiful day and the team enjoyed visiting the old town of La Paz, the San Francisco Cathedral and the Witches Market where you can find something that cures just about any ailment. The team then jumped on the newly built tram system that has been built in La Paz. Adam said this is a great addition to the City tour because it takes the team above the city where they can really take in the views.
Tomorrow, the team will be up and out the door early, heading for the shore of Lake Titicaca and Copacabana.
They are off to a great start!
Greg Vernovage