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
Start high, walk slowly, look closely. This three-hour walk introduces you to Murillo Square, La Paz’s political center, and the city’s unusual cultural character. I like the focus on local life and Paceña culture, and I also like that the route includes Jaén Street, one of the city’s named historical areas rather than only broad … Read more
La Paz’s wild side starts beyond the city. This private ATV outing lets you choose between three striking routes, with daily departures at a time that suits you. I like the freedom to choose your route when the tour begins, and I like the private hotel pickup, which saves you from arranging transport across La … Read more
The horizon disappears, and the salt takes over. This trip packs Bolivia’s star attraction into a tight three-day outing, with an overnight bus from La Paz, a 4×4 ride across the flats, and the famous train cemetery and Incahuasi Island along the way. I like the spectacular salt-flat views and the chance to make creative … Read more
See La Paz from rock, rails, and rooftops. This private three-hour outing gives you a brisk introduction to the city, pairing the strange rock formations of Moon Valley with a ride on Mi Teleférico, colonial streets, major plazas, and traditional markets. I like starting with the quiet, otherworldly terrain outside the center, and I also … Read more
Salt, sky, and a very long road await. I like the small six-person group, which keeps this remote route more personal, and I like the sheer variety: colored lagoons, hot springs, flamingos, geysers, cactus-covered Incahuasi Island, and the world’s largest salt flat. The trade-off is comfort. You spend long hours in a vehicle, reach nearly … Read more
Cochabamba reveals itself one corner at a time. This 150-minute walk links political street murals on San Martin with market stalls, local food, and places most visitors could easily miss. I like the English-and-Spanish format, and I like the small groups of no more than 10 people, which leave room for questions. The $15 price … Read more
Bolivia makes a long day worth the alarm. This $103 day trip gives you a quick but memorable taste of Bolivia, pairing Copacabana’s Basilica of the Virgin Candelaria with a motorboat ride across Lake Titicaca to Sun Island. I like the boat journey itself, and I especially like that the island visit includes real archaeological … Read more
The salt flats are only the beginning. This five-day trip from La Paz combines two overnight buses with three full days across Bolivia’s salt flats, lagoons, deserts, geysers, and volcano country. I like that the transport from La Paz is built into the plan, and I like the wide range of stops, from the Train … Read more
Come hungry, walk ready, and watch the clock. This four-hour La Paz outing links local markets with major historic sights, giving you a useful first look at the city while serving several Bolivian tastings. I like the route because it moves through real everyday places instead of keeping you on a sightseeing bus, and I … Read more