Bolivia
Where Nature, Culture, and Heartbeat Meet
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Highest Ski Resort
Bolivia boasts the world's highest ski resort, Chacaltaya, perched at a dizzying altitude of over 17,000 feet (5,200 meters) in the Andes Mountains. Surprisingly, the resort's glacier, once a skiing haven, melted away completely by 2009 due to climate change. Despite this loss, the site serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need for environmental conservation in Bolivia and beyond.
Ecotourism Park
In Bolivia's remote Pando Department lies the "Las Piedras" Indigenous Ecotourism Park, where visitors can engage in sustainable tourism while supporting local communities. Here, travelers can participate in traditional activities like medicinal plant walks led by indigenous guides, learn about local conservation efforts, and immerse themselves in the cultural heritage of the Tsimane and Tacana peoples, fostering a deeper understanding of Bolivia's diverse indigenous cultures and ecosystems.
- Explore the otherworldly landscapes of Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat, stretching as far as the eye can see.
- Immerse yourself in the indigenous culture and traditions of La Paz's bustling markets, such as the vibrant Witches' Market.
- Trek through the Andean highlands to discover the ancient ruins of Tiwanaku, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to pre-Columbian times.
- Cruise through the Amazon Rainforest in Bolivia's portion of the Amazon Basin, encountering diverse wildlife and indigenous communities along the way.
- Embark on a thrilling adventure down the infamous Death Road, a mountain biking route descending from the Andes to the Amazon rainforest.
- Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake, and visit the floating reed islands of the Uros people.
- Experience the adrenaline rush of whitewater rafting down the tumultuous rapids of the Tuichi River in the rugged landscapes of Madidi National Park.
- Journey into the heart of the Bolivian Amazon to spot elusive jaguars and other wildlife in the pristine wilderness of Noel Kempff Mercado National Park.
- Discover the colonial charm of Sucre, Bolivia's constitutional capital, with its whitewashed buildings, historic churches, and tranquil plazas.
- Ascend to the top of Cerro Rico in Potosí, once the richest silver mine in the world, and learn about the city's fascinating mining history and cultural heritage.
Country Information
- La Paz
- GMT -4
- Boliviano
- Christianity
- 12 Million
- Spanish
- La Paz, Cochamba, Santa Cruz
- A humid tropical climate with an average temperature of 30° C (86° F). The Southwestern Bands of the Amazon rainforest for the central and north-western areas of Bolivia, where temperatures are hot for a majority of the year, with slightly milder winters.
Essence of Vietnam & Cambodia
Embark on a one-night river cruise through the Mekong Delta, meandering along canals and engaging with local communities. Experience the delta’s beauty before taking a speedboat to the lively city of Phnom Penh. Discover Angkor Wat by torchlight on a unique tuk-tuk ride, offering a rare and enchanting view of the ancient temples. In Saigon, immerse yourself in the local culture as you explore the city’s vibrant streets aboard a traditional tuk-tuk. This journey blends scenic river cruises, historical exploration, and authentic local travel, providing a rich and diverse experience of Southeast Asia’s wonders.
Essence of Vietnam & Cambodia
Embark on a one-night river cruise through the Mekong Delta, meandering along canals and engaging with local communities. Experience the delta’s beauty before taking a speedboat to the lively city of Phnom Penh. Discover Angkor Wat by torchlight on a unique tuk-tuk ride, offering a rare and enchanting view of the ancient temples. In Saigon, immerse yourself in the local culture as you explore the city’s vibrant streets aboard a traditional tuk-tuk. This journey blends scenic river cruises, historical exploration, and authentic local travel, providing a rich and diverse experience of Southeast Asia’s wonders.
Essence of Vietnam & Cambodia
Embark on a one-night river cruise through the Mekong Delta, meandering along canals and engaging with local communities. Experience the delta’s beauty before taking a speedboat to the lively city of Phnom Penh. Discover Angkor Wat by torchlight on a unique tuk-tuk ride, offering a rare and enchanting view of the ancient temples. In Saigon, immerse yourself in the local culture as you explore the city’s vibrant streets aboard a traditional tuk-tuk. This journey blends scenic river cruises, historical exploration, and authentic local travel, providing a rich and diverse experience of Southeast Asia’s wonders.
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Top Places to Visit
Arequipa and Colca Canyon
Known for its excellent gastronomy and for being the point where you can look from above how condors fly, Arequipa, also known as the white city, sits at the foot of the Misti volcano and on the banks of the Chili River. This vibrant city's colonial churches and mansions were built in ashlar, a white volcanic stone.
Lima
Peru's capital used to be a walled city with narrow streets and long balconies, occupied by Limeños enjoying food, life, and an evening filled with board games. Nowadays, only a small part of the City of Kings retains some of these old days, such as the historic centre, the stately palace of Torre Tagle, and the 1610 stone bridge.
Cusco
The number one Touristic destination due not only to the historic city but cause of Machupicchu. Cusco used to be the capital of the Tahuantinsuyo empire, inhabited by people from the four suyos (regions) of the Inca confederation. Nowadays, Cusco is mainly the starting point for visits to the Sacred Valley of the Incas as well as the world-famous Machupicchu.
Caral
The origin of Andean culture. Located around 200 km north of Lima, this is the oldest known urban settlement and civilization in the Americas. Caral is situated in the middle of the Supe Valley and was developed at the same time as other great cultures in Egypt, China, and Mesopotamia. The farming techniques and sustainable practices of this sacred city still remain a reference point to this day.
Nasca and Palpa Lines
Located in the desert plains of the Rio Grande de Nasca river basin, this is a mysterious gallery of lines and geoglyphs formed by depressions or shallow incisions in southern Peru between 500 BC and 500 AD. More than 800 drawings, naturally preserved by the region's dry climate, stretching over 450 km² of hot desert sand.
Chiclayo and Trujillo
Northern cities well-known for their excellent gastronomy and for being one of the best spots for archaeology hunters. They share the legacy of the Moche and Chimu cultures, builders of the great Chan Chan citadel as well as the Tomb of the Lord of Sipan. This tomb, once created for this very important Mochica warrior priest, reveals incredibly valuable gold and silver objects.
