One of the most important natural sites surrounding the city of Cochabamba is the Tunari National Park to the north of the Cochabamba Valley, immediately adjacent to the cities of Cochabamba, Quillacollo and Sacaba. It has a total area of 300,000 hectares and features numerous mountain lakes and reservoirs that supply the three cities with water. Thanks to its proximity to the city of Cochabamba, the Tunari National Park has an interesting potential for various ecotourism activities.
The national park is very easy to reach from the valley, with connections to the La Paz - Cochabamba - Santa Cruz main road. 30 species of mammals, 188 birds, as well as several species of reptiles and amphibians live in the Tunari National Park. Among many others, the "Titi" (Andean cat), the Condor (Vultur gryphus), Vikuñas, llamas and alpacas, but also Vizcachas and Andean geese are particularly interesting.

Itinerary:

This beautiful half-day bike tour leads through the Tunari National Park north of the city of Cochabamba. After an approx. one-hour drive by car from the city center out of the Cochabamba Valley at 2550m, we reach our starting point at approx. 3900m in the Tunari National Park. Then we begin the approx. 15 km long and approx. 1.5 hour descent via an alternative compact dirt road that winds through pine and Kewiña forests, with the possibility for more experienced bikers to take some shortcuts along narrow paths that require a little more technique and driving skills. The route is characterized by wonderful panoramic views of the Cochabamba valley and the city.
For guests with higher demands, endurance and training there is also the possibility to drive a few kilometers uphill before departure. (Travel time on the bike approx.1.5h, 1300m ↓). (-/-/-) END OF OUR SERVICES
The tour can be done in the morning between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. or in the afternoon between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. (-/-/-)

Requirements:

Good physical fitness

Included in the package:

- English-speaking biking guide (from/to Cochabamba)
- Private transport
- Hardtail mountain bike with hydraulic brakes, bike helmet
- Meals according to program (B= breakfast; L= lunch; D= Dinner)

Reservation:

Please do not hesitate to contact us for price requests, reservation, general question, and individual tour inquiries, at: contact(at)landmarktravelbolivia.com

Link

https://www.landmarktravelbolivia.com/cordillera-tunari