Laguna Estrellani

Laguna Estrellani is a high mountain lagoon at an elevation of 4.671m (15,324ft) above the sea level, located in the La Paz Department, in Bolivia.

Laguna Estrellani

The lake is located within the the Cordillera Real in the Andes. The road to the lake is asphalted. It’s called Carretera 3. It’s pretty steep. Do not travel this road in severe weather conditions.

Do not take this drive if you have respiratory problems or any type of heart condition. Notorius lack of oxygen that tests the organisms and a high degree of steepness. Most people feel altitude sickness at around 2,500-2,800 meters. Extremely low oxygen for engine combustion. A major hazard of altitude is the sickness that can indiscriminately affect anyone regardless of age or fitness. The summit has about 40% less oxygen than at sea level, thus breathing is more difficult. Your pulse rate will increase and movement will be more laborious at the summit. The high elevation with its risk of altitude sickness, weather concerns, steep road grade, and overall inaccessibility make the pass dangerous and summit trips difficult.

 

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