Paso Guaitiquina
Chile, south-america
N/A
4,451 m
hard
Year-round
Alright, adventure junkies, buckle up because Paso Guaitiquina in northern Chile's Antofagasta Region is a wild ride! We're talking serious altitude here—a whopping 4,451 meters (14,603 feet) above sea level. Fair warning: the air gets thin up there, and you might feel it! Altitude sickness is common above 2,500 meters, so pace yourself.
The road, also known as B-357, is a gravel track that can get super muddy and slick when it rains. You'll definitely want a high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle for this one, especially after a storm when it can be impassable. But if you're up for a challenge and rewarded by stunning Andes scenery, Paso Guaitiquina is an unforgettable experience!
Where is it?
Paso Guaitiquina is located in Chile (south-america). Coordinates: -35.8000, -70.8396
Road Details
- Country
- Chile
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 4,451 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- -35.8000, -70.8396
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