Bolivia Tours
Bolivia may be one of the poorest countries in South America but its richness of culture makes it wealthy.
Introduccion
Bolivia may be one of the poorest countries in South America but its cultural wealth, mind-blowing Andean landscapes, and the remnants of mysterious ancient civilizations makes it one of the richest and most exciting destination for adventurous and independent travelers.
City Tour La Paz (5 hours)
Itinerary:
La Paz is the highest capital in the world. For this city tour, we either take our guests in the morning at 8 am or in the afternoon at 1 pm, and we will see this wonderful 453 year old city. First we will make a visit to the great Moon Valley in Mallasa where you will discover a unique place full of bizarre rocks which have been formed by erosion and time. Then we will go downtown to see the Americas Bridge, the President’s Residence, the Highest Olympic Stadium in the world, plus a replica of the semi-subterranean temple of the Aymara culture.
Next, we will go to "Killi Killi" from where the beauty of the city of La Paz can be appreciated, and then we will visit the "Plaza Murillo" (the city‘s main square), where we will see the Metropolitan Cathedral, the House of Government, the Congress House and the city’s three main museums: The Costumes Museum, The Gold Museum and the Murillo’s House. We will finish in San Francisco church. Transfer to your hotel.
Included:
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
- Transportation
La Paz at night: folk show and dinner (4h)
Itinerary:
At 8 pm, we start this tour at your hotel, and go to the view point of "El Monticulo" from where we can appreciate all the lights of this city which look like falling stars because of the city’s topography
Then we will go to the show where you will see the extensive folklore of this Andean region. The dances are full of color and the rhythms you will hear are played using millenary Bolivian instruments. You will enjoy the delicious traditional dishes such as delicious llama meat (“0” cholesterol), trout, or any other dish that you choose. Your guide will be with you explaining about the mysticism, origins, meanings, and legends of each of the rhythms and dances. The evening will be a full of color and a spectacular display of customs and traditions. Transfer to the hotel.
Included:
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
- Transportation
- Dinner in a Tourist Restaurant
Tiawanaku, the pre incan ruins (6h)
Itinerary:
Itinerary:
Starting this tour we head northeast passing "El Alto", the highest city in the world. After about 45 min we will reach the town of "Laja” which was founded originally in a different place in 1548 with the name of "The Ville of our Virgin of the Peace". Once we arrive we will see the old church and your guide will explain how and why this city was moved to the valley. Then we will continue on the road to get to the view point of "Lloco Lloco" with 4028 masl (12,800 ft) of elevation. This place allows you to appreciate the immense beauty of the amazing "Altiplano” (The High Plain).
There you will be shown a map and also told about millenary cultures, religion and beliefs, which some people in Bolivia still practice. Ten more minutes on the road and we will arrive at “Tiawanaku", a place which is full of energy, and is the remains of an ancient civilization which was built using a fantastic and unknown technology. You will be surprised and amazed to hear all the detailed theories and explanations about this empire, its buildings, and its people who were excellent farmers, astronomers, and wise men. You will also appreciate the impressive monuments of solid granite worked with perfection, such as the gates of the Sun and the monoliths.
Included:
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
- Transportation
Chacaltaya (The highest ski resort in the world) (5h)
Itinerary:
The trip starts by ascending a very scenic and panoramic road, with great views of beautiful lakes and lagoons of many and different colors formed by the eternal glaciers like the enormous "Huayna Potosi" 6088 masl (19,400 ft.). By car we will arrive at the refuge called "The cabin" (at 5,300 masl. or 16,960 ft.), a place from where we will ascend for 30 minutes to reach the "Chacaltaya Peak" (5,690 masl or 18,200 ft). From this peak which is right in the middle of the Real Andean Range of Bolivia touching the clouds there is a unique view. When we get back to “the Cabin” we can enjoy a hot beverage before we return to La Paz(Specially designed "Acclimatization" tour is available for high mountain climbers).
(Optional longer snow treks are available)
(Optional use of ski track in season only with rented equipment from resort)
A spectacular Downhill in mountain bikes is available (2 ½ hours of danger daring downhill)
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Coroico. (ecological tour) (10h)
Itinerary:
We start our tour from the hotel, at an altitude of 3100 masl (9,920 ft). It is approximately 1 1/2 Hrs until we reach "La Cumbre", (The top) 4,690 masl (15,000 ft). From there we will start the descent to 980 masl. (3,136 ft) to a place called "Yolosa"(Jungle), traveling along a simply fantastic road, which is an attraction in itself. Once you arrive you will already have experienced a change in temperature, with an average of 20°C and a humidity factor of 82% and, of course, the lower. The vegetation here is impressive. After about 40 more minutes on the road we will reach "Coroico", a beautiful town at 1,670 masl (or 5,334 ft); this place is paradise. After lunch we will continue by walking, and we will visit the plantations of coffee beans, oranges, tangerines and other citrus fruits. Later on we will get ready to go back to the city of La Paz.
(Mountain bike downhill is available; this is a spectacular and full adrenaline 5 hrs of downhill)
Included:
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Lunch
- Transportation
Mountain biking to Coroico
Itinerary: Daily departures
Total time required: 13 hours (return to La Paz), or 7 hours (when you stay overnight in Coroico).
Approximate riding time: 5 hours.
Approximate downhill 90%. (One section contains a few small up hills).
We begin the ride at wind-swept La Cumbre (4,700 masl. or 15,400 ft) where you will have a fantastic view of a number of snow-covered peaks, including Huayna Potosí (6,088 masl. or 19,973 ft). From there, we descend rapidly down a twisting road amongst mountain peaks, grazing llamas and alpacas, tiny villages and a drug check-post. We stop for refreshments and a rest along the way, and this will give us time to take in the scenery: towering cliff faces, dramatic drops and vegetation which is becoming ever greener as we descend.
After a snack we descend further, and then we will enter the jungle itself (and the most challenging section of the ride) after a brief undulating section of road.. This infamous narrow dirt road is cut precariously into the side of the mountain and descends 2,000m (6,500ft). With 1,000m+ (3,300 ft) sheer drop offs to our left, and to our right hulking rock overhangs and cascading waterfalls. We ride through mist, low cloud and dust. With your positive attitude and our expert supervision you can safely enjoy some of South America's most dramatic and beautiful scenery as you hurtle down this road. (Besides, in our opinion, it's safer to travel on this road riding a speedy bicycle, than being trapped inside a big bus).
As we approach the end of the ride it gets progressively hotter and dustier. By the time you arrive at the bottom in Yolosa (1,100 masl. or 3,600 ft) you will feel tired, hot, dirty and exhilarated. From Yolosa we will catch a 7km (4 mile) bus ride up to Coroico (1,600masl or 5,250 ft) - although masochists may choose to cycle up. In Coroico we can enjoy a late lunch, take in the magnificent scenery, spend time relaxing by the pool and enjoy a cold drink. In the afternoon, we will return to La Paz.
Opcional:
You can spend the night in Coroico rather than returning to La Paz the day of the ride, in such a case, we will arrange for the delivery of your backpack to a hotel in Coroico. Many people take this option and then bus the next day from Coroico to Rurrenabaque and the Bolivian Amazon Jungle.
Included:
- Entry Fees
- Fantastic US made mountain bikes
- Cycling helmets and cycling gloves
- Professional English speaking Guide with more than 5 years of mountain biking experience
- 4x4 vehicle support throughout the ride (for carrying your luggage, spare bikes, and first aid supplies)
- 2-way radios for guides and driver
- Full first-aid supplies (our guides are trained in first-aid)
- Instruction and coaching throughout the ride
- All transportation
- Snacks and a light lunch
The salar de uyuni
Description
The Salar de Uyuni tour is one of the most enjoyable trips I have ever taken. Tickets can be bought from various tour operators in La Paz, and the trip usually takes four days. From La Paz one has to travel first to Uyuni to start the tour, and this journey is a trip in itself. We take two buses to get to Uyuni--one to Oruro (a 3-hr ride) and then from Oruro we must take a seriously bone-rattling 9.5-hour bus ride through the night before reaching our destination.
All tours are done in 4x4 vehicles (Toyota Land cruisers seem to be the ones of choice for most tour operators) and involve staying at small lodges or hotels in towns along the way. What makes the trip so enjoyable is the amount of interesting and surreal scenery you will encounter along the way.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Salar de Uyuni
Travel across the Salar (salt flat), visit the salt hotel, and explore Isla Del Pescado, an "island" in a sea of salt. Spend the night in San Juan.
Day 2: Laguna Colorado
Day of lagunas (lakes). See the flamingos and beautiful colours of Laguna Chiarcota, Laguna Canapa, and Laguna Hedionda. Spend the night beside the red waters of Laguna Colorada.
Day 3: Alota
Steam vents, hot springs, and more lagoons. Wake up at 5:00 Am. In the morning we will drive to some geysers, and go for a dip in a natural hot spring. Visit Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, and stop in the town of Villa Mar. Spend the night in Alota.
Day 4: Uyuni
A bumpy ride across the desert. With the overload of stimuli over the past four days, you certainly will not mind that there isn't as much to see this day. There will be a stop at the train cemetery before returning to the starting point in Uyuni.
Included:
- Professional English Speaking Driver and Guide
- All Meals During the tour
- Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser to and from La Paz
- Local Hostels to spend the nights and Camping Equipment
Our tourist packages offers low prices, and since we have agreements with hotels and air companies we can get special deals. Also, we are the operator of all the adventure tours.
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