Sand turns a half-day trip into a playground. Just an hour from Santa Cruz, the Lomas de Arena offer an easy escape to tall dunes, open sand, and a chance to try sandboarding without giving up an entire day. I like the hotel-to-dunes 4×4 transport and the fact that park tickets, water, and snacks are … Read more
Sand dunes meet Santa Cruz greenery. The Lomas de Arena makes a surprisingly wild half-day escape from the city, with more than 6,000 hectares of sand dunes surrounded by plants and wildlife. I like the sharp contrast between the pale sand and thick vegetation, and I like that transportation, admission, guidance, drinks, and sandboarding are … Read more
A waterfall day with a real walk. Jardin de las Delicias gives you 90-meter-plus waterfalls, clear water, golden sand, and a guided visit to the southwest side of Amboró National Park. I like the mix of hiking and bathing, and I like that round-trip transport, entrance, snacks, water, and a guide are included. I also … Read more
Bolivia pours a surprising story. This two-hour tasting in Santa Cruz pairs four Bolivian wines with a chef-prepared board of local cheeses and cold cuts. I like the focus on rare heritage grapes and the warm, personal setting with host Guillermo, whose clear passion for Bolivian wine comes through. I also like that the bottles … Read more
Santa Cruz changes character in just three hours. This $69 outing links Cristo Redentor, the central square, the cathedral, modern Equipetrol, wealthy Urubó, and peaceful Porongo in one compact ride. I like the sharp contrast between city and village, and I like the chance to see Chiquitano architecture without committing a full day to the … Read more
Some animal encounters stay with you. This day trip combines a close look at rescued wildlife with two guided walks through tropical Bolivia, and I like the personal feel created by hosts such as Urs Butchler, Julio, Monica, Jorge, and Benji. I also like that the $85 price includes pickup, park admission, a welcome fruit … Read more
Santa Cruz reveals itself one square at a time. This 150-minute walk connects the city’s early beginnings, independence movement, civic struggles, and modern growth through the historical center. I like the broad time span: you are not getting only colonial buildings or a quick plaza stroll, but a guided story running from the prehistoric era … Read more