What is Acumulación Mariela Mine?
Peru, south-america
N/A
5,298 m
extreme
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, listen up! If you're craving a truly *high*-altitude experience in Peru, then Mina Acumulación Mariela is calling your name. Perched way up in the Andes, straddling the Puno and Moquegua regions, this gold mine sits at a whopping 5,298 meters (that's over 17,381 feet!).
Reaching this mine is no Sunday drive. Forget smooth asphalt; this is a rugged, unpaved mining trail that branches off the 36B Road (Interoceanica Sur). Get ready for a serious climb, where your engine and lungs will be screaming for mercy in the thin air. The elements here are no joke either – think fierce winds, intense sun, and frigid temperatures. But, oh boy, are the views worth it! Just remember to pack accordingly and prepare for a wild ride to one of the highest mines on the planet.
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 5,298 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
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