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Andes Mountain 5000: Chile, Bolivia & Peru
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Route dossier
Andes Mountain 5000: Chile, Bolivia & Peru
The apex trans-Andean expedition: 19 days crossing the spine of South America across Chile, Bolivia, and Peru. From Pacific shores to 4,910m volcanic passes, the surreal Salar de Uyuni, Lake Titicaca, and the lost citadel of Machu Picchu.
Expedition brief
You already traveled India, Ladakh, Nepal... what's next? CHILE and the colossal Andes spine. For several consecutive years, Chile has been voted the World's #1 Destination for Adventure Tourism (World Travel Awards)—and this expedition proves why.
The Andes Mountain 5000 is our flagship South American high-altitude loop. Starting and finishing at sea level in Arica, Chile, this closed-loop route eliminates the need for expensive one-way bike freight. Over 19 relentless days and 4,865 kilometers, you will conquer the highest motorable roads in the Western Hemisphere, topping out at 4,910 meters.
We ride purpose-built ADV machines (Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure)—the perfect, agile tools riders know by heart, offering lightweight maneuverability where heavy liter-bikes struggle. Supported by our dedicated 4x4 chase truck, certified mountain mechanics, and satellite emergency oxygen, you will cross the Salar de Uyuni salt flat, navigate Lake Titicaca, explore Cusco and Machu Picchu, and plunge through the colossal Colca Canyon.
Dietary peace of mind: We guarantee a 100% Zero Beef policy across the entire route with a Pre-trip Rider Dietary Profile, serving rich vegetarian specialties, Andean quinoa, fresh Lake Titicaca trout, Pacific seafood, and poultry.
Route snapshot
Arica → Putre → Lauca → Colchane → Salar de Uyuni → Potosí → La Paz → Lake Titicaca → Cusco → Machu Picchu → Colca Canyon → Arequipa → Arica
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Highlights
Expedition Class III — EXTREME
THE CHALLENGE
Not a vacation. Not a motorcycle rental. An expedition across India & Nepal — long days, real altitude, remote terrain, and a crew that treats the route as a serious operation.
High altitude, remote terrain, serious logistics.
Pacific coastal desert, Andean precordillera curves, high-altitude Altiplano gravel, Salar de Uyuni salt crust, 4,900m volcanic passes, and Inca valley switchbacks.
How Demanding Is This Route?
The Altitude & Mountain Pass Journey
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Day-by-day itinerary
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
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- The Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 are purpose-built ADV platforms engineered specifically for rugged terrain, high altitude, and remote switchbacks.
- Riders already know these machines intimately from their Himalayan and Indian journeys, providing immediate confidence, lightweight control in deep gravel and salt, and unmatched mechanical reliability.
- All bikes are equipped with heavy-duty engine guards, handguards, auxiliary lighting, and luggage racks. Our 4x4 chase vehicle carries luggage, spare tires, tools, and medical oxygen.
Dedicated 5-Person Support Crew on Every Convoy
Backed by a Lead Ride Captain, Sweep Mechanic, 4x4 Chase Truck with spares and medical O2, 4K Cinema Drone Filmmaker, and 24/7 Bilingual Concierge.
Included
- Dedicated purpose-built ADV motorcycle (Himalayan 450 / KTM 390 ADV) with dual-sport tires and crash protection.
- Expedition leader, lead rider, certified mountain mechanic, and dedicated 4x4 support vehicle with oxygen and satellite comms.
- 18 Nights handpicked boutique hotels and alpine lodges (twin-share basis; single supplement available).
- Daily breakfast and expedition dinners (100% Zero Beef guarantee; vegetarian / dal / rice / fish / poultry tailored).
- Fuel for the entire route across Chile, Bolivia, and Peru.
- International cross-border temporary vehicle import documentation (Chile, Bolivia, Peru).
- Salar de Uyuni certified navigation and national park transit permits.
- Official Real Expeditions embroidered "Andes Mountain 5000" crest and certificate.
Not included
- International flights to/from Chacalluta Airport (Arica - ARI).
- Tourist monument tickets and optional excursions (Machu Picchu train/sanctuary entrance, Colca thermal baths — payable directly at destination).
- Personal travel insurance (mandatory: motorcycle touring and medical assistance).
- Alcoholic beverages, personal expenses, and refundable motorcycle damage deposit ($1,000 USD).
Rider requirements
- Valid motorcycle license and International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with visa compliance for Chile, Bolivia, and Peru.
- Mandatory travel insurance covering adventure motorcycle touring and medical assistance.