Yungas Road (Death Road)
Originally a multi-purpose road built in 1930, the Yungas road was dangerous to drive because of steep slopes, a narrow single track, lack of guardrails, rain, and fog. It has now been converted to a cycling-only track and is a popular, albeit still hazardous, tourist draw for thrill seekers and visitors from La Paz.
Basic Info
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Category
Narrow Hazardous Road (Dark Attraction)
Secondary Category (If any)
Popular Cycling Route
Price / Entry Fee
Toll Fee: BOB 50
Length
69 km (43 mi)
About 4-5 hours cycling time
Known For
Thousands of Deaths Annually on this Road (Up till the 90s)
Hazardous Downhill Mountain Biking
Day Trip from Major Cities
1.5 hour drive from La Paz
Winding and/or Bumpy Road (to & around here)
Some parts of the road are winding with sharp turns
Most parts of the road are unpaved and slightly bumpy
Altitude/Motion Sickness (to & around here)
High Altitude: Acclimatize before cycling on the road
Location
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Yungas Road, Bolivia
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