{"id":2233,"date":"2025-12-25T12:08:12","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T11:08:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/trek-codo-de-los-andes-with-a-dog\/"},"modified":"2026-03-22T19:53:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T18:53:53","slug":"trek-codo-de-los-andes-with-a-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/trek-codo-de-los-andes-with-a-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Codo de los Andes Trek with a Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Trip date:<\/strong> Late July 2025<\/p>\n\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

Codo de los Andes is an impressive trekking destination in Bolivia\u2019s Eastern Andes. Its name means \u201cthe elbow of the Andes\u201d\u2014a nod to the sharp bend in the range that frames sweeping panoramas. We chose this trek for its easy access from the main route and its relatively moderate difficulty. The photos we\u2019d seen promised big views.<\/p>\n\n

Getting there<\/h2>\n\n

We worked the trek into our drive from Santa Cruz toward Samaipata. After passing the village of Cuevas (about 1.5 km beyond it), there\u2019s a left turn onto an unpaved road called Camino RN7-Palermo.<\/p>\n\n

This dusty track climbs for about 5.5 km to a saddle with a parking area, where the trail starts. There are water crossings and steeper sections along the way, so a 4×4 is recommended.<\/p>\n\n

There are toilets and very basic lodging by the parking area. Entry is ticketed.<\/p>\n\n

On the trail<\/h2>\n\n

The Codo de los Andes trek is considered moderate to challenging, especially if you hike the full route, including the section toward the Cuevas waterfalls. Short on time, we only covered the opening stretch to the first viewpoints.<\/p>\n\n

The path was fairly easy to follow but essentially unmarked, so it\u2019s best to use an offline map (e.g., maps.me or Mapy.cz). The terrain also suited Ibo well. Even where it steepened, he handled it without fuss.<\/p>\n\n

Within a few minutes of climbing, the landscape opened up\u2014green hills, valleys, and horizons that seemed to run forever. Throughout our walk we met only one guided group (with a dog, too). Overall, it felt very peaceful, with hardly any visitors.<\/p>\n\n

The wind<\/h2>\n\n

The weather caught us off guard. Although temperatures were pleasant and the skies were essentially clear, a strong\u2014at times extreme\u2014wind took the edge off the day. The viewpoints are perfect for drone shots, but the gusts were so fierce we didn\u2019t even attempt a launch.<\/p>\n\n

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Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n

Codo de los Andes is a beautiful, dramatic trek with impressive views, a quiet atmosphere, and a chance to see the Eastern Andes at their best. Even though we only managed part of the route, it was a memorable outing\u2014especially for nature lovers and photographers, this area is a real treat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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