The World's Most Dangerous Road - Barracuda Biking's Death Road Riding
Overview
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1 day
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Ride the world famous Death Road, with the only reputable budget company which operates using international safety standards. This amazing 64km descent of over 3500m is one of the most incredible day adventures in South America. You're only here once, so do it right! This full day tour includes all equipment, water, snacks, delicious buffet lunch at our jungle refuge, safety transport, top of the line bikes and amazing, highly qualified guides. We are the only company on Death Road with a no bullshit guarantee as we take your safety seriously! Book now, space is limited and you'll not want to miss this ride!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A maximum of 14 people per group
All passenger helmet/glove sizing must be advised at time of booking
Minimum age is 18 years
Operated by a multi-lingual guide (English/Spanish)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A minimum of 3 people per group
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Barracuda Biking Company
We meet at 7:30am to begin our once in a lifetime journey. We hop aboard our private transport en route to La Cumbre at 4700m. Once there, we get all our gear (helmets, gloves, knee/elbow pads, pants/jacket) and our top of the line bikes (Kona Full Suspension bikes with hydraulic disk brakes). Our bikes are maintained after every ride and we have over 100 bikes in our shop, ensuring you will get a bike that has been serviced and is adequate to your height. Also, the brakes are on the side you want them (different countries use different sides for the front/rear brake and you wouldn't want to grab the wrong brake because it's not set for your country). Our guides have an average of 10 years experience guiding on this incredible road. They give you detailed instructions before we start the ride to help keep you safe and comfortable on our descent. After our safety induction, we begin our ride. The first 24km of the ride are on the tarmac, this is a great chance for you to get a feel for your bike and the brakes and if you're up for it get some speed. The incredible andes show their splendor as we wind our way through this spectacular valley, taking small stops to catch the views and so the guides can explain upcoming sections. Eventually we arrive at Unduavi where every rider has to pay a road tax. Here we load up our bikes and do a big uphill on the bus. The bus arrives to the top of the old road, known as Death Road. Your guides will give you a safety briefing and check all the bikes. The barren snow capped mountains we have passed by are long gone and we are now in the incredible cloud forest. We literally start above the clouds, then ride through and out of them into the lush jungle. The last 40km of our ride are out of this world, as we curve our way down an incredible road carved out of the side of the andes, passing through waterfalls, rivers, small communities, down, down, down to the steaming jungle. The views of the valley are breathtaking and the rush of adrenaline and pure fun are incomparable. We have several stops along the way to take in the views and for our safety briefings.This is important so that you know about any corners or tricky sections of the road before you arrive and so that the guides can answer any questions, tell some jokes and give you some of the fascinating history of this road. We stop twice to refresh ourselves with a well earned snack and there is unlimited water provided during the ride. We end the ride at our jungle refuge where we enjoy a delicious buffet, a dip in the pool and relaxation. There are also hot showers and soap/shampoo/towels for you. After relaxing and celebrating our amazing ride, we hop in the bus for our 3.5 hour ride back to La Paz, where we will be dropped off near our hotels. Many people say this is the best experience of their south America trip, make sure you do it safely with a reputable company who focuses on giving you an amazing ride.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
All riding equipment (helmets, knee/elbow pads, jackets/pants, gloves)
Bottled water
Lunch
Breakfast
Delicious Buffet lunch
Private Pool
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel Pick up
The listed price does not include 50bs Road Tax.
Gratuities
Options
Full Suspension Bike
Death Road cycling tour with full suspension bike
Reviews
876 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
10/10 experience!
W6036STjulietteb,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience overall, we drove to the top of the mountains where you started in the snow, and hours later ended in the jungle with a pool to relax. The guides were very helpful, explained everything and let everyone go on their own pace. We got some good snacks on the way which was great, dinner was also sooo yummy. I would only comment that breakfast was not very much. Overall definitely recommend if you like adrenaline
Review of Barracuda
311shaunad,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The experience was amazing, the views and the thrill. Experience with mountain biking would make the experience less painful, but you don't need any. The guide Remi was fantastic and made me feel like our safety was his top priority and really explained well everything and created a fun environment. He was very eager to help anyone who needed anything of service and was just a really kind person. The snacks, food and water were perfect. We took ample breaks. My only feedback would be that I didn't feel safe at certain points and was by myself cycling past dangerous parts because the others in the group were far ahead after I took a fall. Both times I fell, there was no guides available . There was supposed to be a guide who followed the back but he always sped ahead or didn't really seem to take much care after I fell the first time. I think there should have been one more guide. I did say this to Remi afterwards and he really tried to take care and offer help , but I don't think it was his fault. Overall, I know the guides are very well trained and we're making sure our bikes were safe throughout the trip. I would recommend them.
death road with christian and Rubén
samman2026,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Christian and Rubén were amazing guides, extremely funny and kind! We had the best time riding with them and were safe all the time. We were jamming to music on the way up and down and had fun joking around with them. Nevertheless they were extremely professional and took great care of us and gave us great safety instruction, I would love to ride with them again! They are doing the death road nearly everyday and still manage to have fun with us and show us a great time :))
Amazing
Excursion05620302716,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a Great experience. We started at the Meeting Point on time and Christian welcomed us very kindly. Driving with the bikes is so Crazy 🤩 The nature is Crazy and the Quality of the bikes is Perfect. Besides we had the Best Tour guides ever. Christian and ruben are a good team. Very professional but also very Kind and funny. It felt like they were Part of the tour as Friends. They should get a raise
Amazing ride!
970malinn,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The day was amazing, absolutely beautiful views and a lot of fun on the bike. The two guides, Mauricio and Cristian did an great job to give us a good experience and to make us feel safe on the road.
Amazing day with the best guides!!
F7314CHaliciac,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great day with Barracuda biking. Our guides Remy and Ruben had so much knowledge and kept us all really safe. Never pressured me into going faster to catch up with the group could go at my own comfortable pace and enjoy the day.
Amazing Tour
lucyh363,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a tour with Remi and Ruben and everything was amazing. They were super professional, the bikes amd equipment were high quality and checked throughout the tour, and their knowledge of the road was incredible. Highly recommend.
Great experience and great guides
EueyehehSujan,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an unbelievable day on death road, our guides Remy and Ruben were amazing, they kept us safe and were so funny, making the experience even better.
Amazing experience!
X6417JSsoniaf,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience! We felt really safe, the organization was perfect and the meals too! Our guides were Mauri and Cristian and the driver Miguel!
Great experience!
אייל ו,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Remy and Claudia made the activity unforgettable! Very professional , they both showed great security measures and made sure we were ready for what’s coming each step of the road.
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