A guide is the difference between looking at Tiwanaku and understanding it, and above 4,000 metres it is also a safety margin. Below are the best-rated guided experiences in the country, with languages, group sizes and prices.
Hike from La Paz to Laguna Esmeralda above 5,000 meters, with Andean views, Milluni stops, transport, snacks, and a bilingual guide.
“Incredible High-Altitude Hike to Laguna Esmeralda with Buhos Tours! My partner and I recently completed the Laguna Esmeralda trek near Charquini with Buhos Tours, and we absolutely loved the entire experience. It was challenging, rewarding, and perfectly organized. The Destination: The views at the top are truly breathtaking. The lagoon itself is a stunning, vibrant emerald color set against the dramatic backdrop of the Charquini Glacier and snowy peaks. If you've already spent time acclimatizing in La Paz, this is a fantastic hike. The altitude (over 5,000 meters) made it a tough push, but the stunning landscape was worth every single step. The Agency & Guide: We were so happy…”
Spend three days from Uyuni crossing salt flats, flamingo lagoons, geysers, hot springs, and deserts in a small 4WD group.
“we had an amazing time, our driver rudi was brilliant. we met some lovely people and saw incredible sights, i would recommend this experience to anyone”
Review of a 3-day Uyuni tour covering the salt flats, Incahuasi, flamingo lagoons, geysers, hot springs, and Eduardo Avaroa.
“I love the sights that we visited. The salt flats were everything I hoped and more. We also visited lots of other varied locations. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see this part of Bolivia.”
Explore Tiahuanaco and Puma Punku from La Paz with museums, lunch, bilingual guide, transport, costs, timing, and booking advice.
“The tour was an unorganized disaster from start to finish. 1) tour operator never contacted me ahead of time to coordinate details of the trip nor did they respond to my message asking to confirm pickup time and location. 2) Tour operator was 1.5 hours late picking me up. 3) Tour operator did not take the group to Puma Punku because the tour was running late due to the fact that the pick-up was mishandled. 4) Tour operator dropped me off at a different location than I was picked up at and had to walk 20 minutes back to the original pick-up point. The one location I wanted to visit…”
Hike to Charquini’s Emerald Lagoon from La Paz, with Milluni cemetery, llamas, Andes views, transport, a guide, and altitude advice.
“I have booked so many excursions here, I have traveled nearly 100 countries, all agencies contact us at least 1 day in advance giving details, info of each excursion, itinerary, nature of each activity, what to bring ,etc. This agency never contacted me, evening contacted them 4 times. When I arrived there, I just knew from the guide that we have to hike for 3hours+ on 5000 altitude, and super cold, I didn't have the hiking shoes, the high altitude medication and the warm clothes. And we didnt have time to have lunch before the hike. Very bad service from the agency.”
Review of Uyuni’s full-day salt flats tour: 4x4 sights, Incahuasi Island, salt culture, sunset wine, costs, timing, and tips.
“The tour was amazing and our guide Lilly went above and beyond in helping us take pictures, telling us what pose, etc. She was also very informational and fun to be with. Could not have asked for a better tour!”
Explore La Paz with a private local guide on a custom walking tour with city sights, food tips, public transport, and flexible 2–8-hour options.
“Book this activity for a maximum of 4 hours. We booked for 6 hours and our tour guide had a hard time filling the time. You can also take a ride on the gondolas privately. The city is great, this tour was an absolute rip-off!”
