SPECIAL: CUESTA DE SAMÁ
Of the many routes to the Andean Altiplano, this is about the most spectacular. Starting in Tarija, you ride up the Cuesta de Samá, climbing through various climates and over a panoramic summit to the dusty Altiplano village of Iscayachi. The ‘Cuesta’ isn’t paved (at least, it wasn’t when I rode it) so start early before the road gets too dusty and busy.
The Approach
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The Start
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Little Cemetery
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Dusty And Curvy
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Gravel Switchbacks
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River Canyon And Old Walls
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Big Views Near The Top
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A Satisfying Summit
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All images © El Pedalero.
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Have you ridden the Cuesta de Samá? What has been your favourite approach to the altiplano? Share a comment below.
