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The landscapes of Bolivia are amongst the most extraordinary anywhere in South America. Here you will find La Paz, the highest capital in the world, lakes such as Titicaca, the Salar de Uyuni salt pans, smoking volcanoes, snow-capped mountains and lush jungles. There is a huge variety of landscapes and a wealth of indigenous culture to soak in. You can combine Bolivia with Peru, Chile, Argentina or Brazil as part of a larger itinerary that explores some of the major attractions of South America.
The Bolivian infrastructure is simpler than neighbouring countries. As a result, conditions in Bolivia are more comfortable than luxurious. Some drives can be long, and roads often bumpy, however short flights are available for covering any longer distances.
The Salar De Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia are one of the most truly unique landscapes found anywhere. Covering 12,000 sq km, these expansive salt flats are the largest and highest (3,663m) in the world. Access is by an arduous yet rewarding journey in 4×4 vehicle. This remote area stretches as far as the eye can see, a blinding white sheet across the southern plains of the altiplano. Photos cannot do it justice.
Not far from La Paz lies Lake Titicaca. The world’s highest navigable lake, the immense Lake Titicaca occupies the high altiplano straddling southern Peru and Bolivia. Covering over 8,000 sq km, the lake is surrounded by reed beds and dotted with many islands, and have been home to the Aymara and Quechua for centuries. Its deep waters are believed to be the birthplace of the ancient gods.
La Paz, the highest capital in the world at an altitude of 3,632m, is overlooked by the snow-capped peak of Mount Illimani. Founded in 1548 by the Spanish, La Paz is filled with exhibits of the city’s Pre-Columbian, Spanish and revolutionary past. The city is a bustling and friendly place with a compact historic centre and along with many cafes and markets, La Paz is a cultural and scenic city to savour. This city will take your breath away.
The Salar De Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia are one of the most truly unique landscapes found anywhere. Covering 12,000 sq km, these expansive salt flats are the largest and highest (3,663m) in the world. Access is by an arduous yet rewarding journey in 4×4 vehicle. This remote area stretches as far as the eye can see, a blinding white sheet across the southern plains of the altiplano. Photos cannot do it justice.
Not far from La Paz lies Lake Titicaca. The world’s highest navigable lake, the immense Lake Titicaca occupies the high altiplano straddling southern Peru and Bolivia. Covering over 8,000 sq km, the lake is surrounded by reed beds and dotted with many islands, and have been home to the Aymara and Quechua for centuries. Its deep waters are believed to be the birthplace of the ancient gods.
La Paz, the highest capital in the world at an altitude of 3,632m, is overlooked by the snow-capped peak of Mount Illimani. Founded in 1548 by the Spanish, La Paz is filled with exhibits of the city’s Pre-Columbian, Spanish and revolutionary past. The city is a bustling and friendly place with a compact historic centre and along with many cafes and markets, La Paz is a cultural and scenic city to savour. This city will take your breath away.
Situated on the chilly altiplano at over 4,000m is the mining city of Potosi. During the 16th century this was one of the largest and wealthiest cities in Latin America, its fortune coming from the rich deposits of silver ore running through the hillside. A UNESCO World Heritage site, today it is one of Bolivia’s important treasures, the most famous building being the Royal Mint House which produced silver coins for the colonial Spanish empire.
The contemporary city of Santa Cruz gives an incredible insight to Bolivian life and culture. Set at the foothills of the Andes on the flat plains with a semi-tropical climate, Santa Cruz is warm and laid-back and is known for its colonial sites, museums, nightlife and is also close to biodiverse Amboró National Park.
The charming and relatively little-known city of Sucre is the constitutional capital of Bolivia. Founded by the Spanish in 1538 the city’s narrow streets and whitewashed buildings very much reflect the Andalusian heritage of its founders and have earned the city UNESCO World Heritage status. Site of the declaration of Bolivian Independence in 1825 and still the seat of the Catholic church in Bolivia, Sucre is an ideal base from which to visit Potosi and the nearby Tarabuco market.
At The Explorer Society, we are always discovering new pockets of wonder on our own adventures and through chats with our local logistics team. Get in touch with us to find out what hidden gems you might discover on your trip.
At The Explorer Society we firmly believe that there is no right or wrong time to go anywhere.
Instead, we think that each time of the year offers different experiences that better suit different travellers.
After all, high and low season often refers to the amount of travellers present, not whether something is ‘good’ or ‘bad’.
Bolivia is a year-round destination, however the climate does vary throughout the country. This is due to the changes in altitude, from the high altitude of La Paz to the semi-tropical Santa Cruz.
The average trip to Bolivia alone is around 9 to 12 days and includes all the key highlights. You can combine Bolivia with either Peru or Argentina, incorporating the highlights of each country over 14 days.
Everyone is different, so please note that these guidelines are general in nature.
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