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Introducing Bolivia

Bolivia is home to some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world that are just being discovered by modern science, and its culture is just as vibrant as its jungles and plains.

When is the best time to visit?
The best time to visit Bolivia is during their winter months (June - August), when you may experience colder weather in the higher elevations and deserts, but the clearer skies will be less likely to interrupt your travel plans.

Where to go in Bolivia?
Home to the largest percentage of indigenous people in South America, Bolivia is known for its constant parades and celebrations. Check out the ancient ruins of Pumapunku, the world’s largest salt flat at Salar de Uyuni, and the verdant La Paz valleys.

How many days do I need?
Many travelers might feel like one week in Bolivia is too little, but it has been done. Two weeks and up is a normal amount of time to spend in this incredible country.

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Bolivia Tours & Itineraries

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Straw-roofed church at Machuca Village
Bolivia & Atacama, Chile – 12 Days

From La Paz to Potosi to the salt flats of Uyuni and San Pedro de Atacama, this trip will take you through some surreal landscape in Bolivia and Chile. Explore the Witches Market in Laz Paz, see the dinosaur footprints at Cal Orcko, and bathe in the hot springs of Sol de Mañana. Culture, nature and the mystical collide on this incredible adventure.

Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia
Map of Discover the Atacama Desert & the Uyuni Salt Flats - 5 Days
Discover the Atacama Desert & the Uyuni Salt Flats - 5 Days

This action-packed itinerary takes travelers to awe-inspiring natural attractions in two different countries. Start in Chile, exploring the massive sand dunes and otherworldly rock formations of the Atacama Desert. Then cross the border into Bolivia, where you'll spot flamingos in the wild in the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, go for a dip in natural springs, and gaze out at the ethereal white expanse of the Uyuni Salt Flats.

The best off-the-beaten-track adventure, from Tupiza to Uyuni
Map of Tupiza to Uyuni: Best Off-The-Beaten Path Adventure - 7-Day Itinerary
Tupiza to Uyuni: Best Off-The-Beaten Path Adventure - 7-Day Itinerary

Multi-colored mountains, giant cacti, canyons, monumental rock formations varying in color from white to red blood, turquoise-blue lagoons, brick red, emerald green — just to name a few of the highlights on this magical 4WD expedition from Tupiza to Uyuni. Welcome to southern Bolivia!

View of Salar de Uyuni from Volcán Tunupa, Bolivia
Map of Bolivian Cities, Cloud Forests & Salt Flats - 9 Days
Bolivian Cities, Cloud Forests & Salt Flats - 9 Days

Immerse yourself in Bolivia's diverse beauty as you travel from the city to the cloud forest to the desert on this 9-day trip. Begin and end your tour in the world's highest capital city, and discover its many cultural treasures. Explore otherworldly red lakes and salt flats, engage with local communities, and travel on the exhilarating Death Road.

Sunset view from Rurrenabaque
Map of Explore the Andes & the Amazon Rainforest - 10 Days
Explore the Andes & the Amazon Rainforest - 10 Days

From the world's highest capital in the Andean highlands to the lush Amazon rainforest, Bolivia's natural wonders enchant visitors. Explore the hilly streets of La Paz, visit a community-based agritourism village run by indigenous artisans, and walk along the shores of Lake Titicaca, the second-largest lake in South America. Then float down a jungle river on a log raft and see a wide variety of wildlife in the Bolivian Amazon, including capybaras, macaws, caimans, anacondas, and the unique pink river dolphin.

Potosí sign in the Uyuni Salt Flats
Map of Highlights of Bolivia - 7 Days
Highlights of Bolivia - 7 Days

If you're interested in traveling to Bolivia's charming cities and most striking natural attractions, this weeklong itinerary around the country's highlights is perfect for you. See Colonial architecture and learn about indigenous history in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Sucre, and Potosí before enjoying an excursion to the famous Uyuni Salt Flats and hiking to the Tunupa Volcano. You'll have a full day to spend in colorful La Paz at the end of your trip.

Make the Most of Your Time in Bolivia

Have a fixed number of days? Maximize the things to see and do during your visit
Cycle the North Yungas Road
How Many Days to Spend in Bolivia

To properly experience Bolivia's diverse ecosystems and rich culture, plan on at least 10 days. In that time, you can visit different regions and tour cities and villages. With...

The Laguna Colorada in Bolivia
Map of 1 Week in Bolivia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
1 Week in Bolivia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

If you have a week to spend in Bolivia, one great option is a highlights tour that includes stops in several cities: La Paz, Sucre, and Potosí, as well as time to explore the...

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Spend three days exploring the Salar de Uyuni and its surrounding lagoons
Map of Explore Andean Deserts & Highlands in Bolivia & Peru - 7 Days
Explore Andean Deserts & Highlands in Bolivia & Peru - 7 Days

Jet off to the high-altitude deserts and Andean highlands of Bolivia and Peru for a week of outdoor adventures and ancient ruins. Start with a tour of La Paz's unique architecture, then fly to Uyuni for a three-day tour of its arid salt flats, jewel-like lagoons, and geothermal fields. Hop over to Peru's former Inca capital of Cusco to discover historic sites like the Plaza da Armas and Cusco Cathedral, then spend a day exploring Machu Picchu and take a colorful hike up Rainbow Mountain.

4x4 on the Salar de Uyuni salt flat
Best Time of Year to Visit Bolivia

From the Amazon jungle to soaring Andean peaks, Bolivia spans a vast range of elevation and a variety of microclimates and landscapes. Generally speaking, altitude and topography determine variations in local climates, but nationwide a clear-cut distinction between the "winter" dry season and "summer" wet season makes any decision on when to visit fairly simple. Winter brings sapphire skies and cooler temperatures, while in summer, wildflowers bloom, yet fog, clouds, and flooding are common.

Cycle the North Yungas Road
How Many Days to Spend in Bolivia

To properly experience Bolivia's diverse ecosystems and rich culture, plan on at least 10 days. In that time, you can visit different regions and tour cities and villages. With five days or a week, it's possible to hit many highlights like the southern salt flats and the Bolivian Amazon. And if you can spare two weeks, go big with an in-depth exploration of indigenous villages and geological sites or a trekking adventure around highland volcanoes and high-altitude lakes.

Bolivia Travel Maps

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Map 7 Days in Bolivia - 5 Unique Itineraries
7 Days in Bolivia - 5 Unique Itineraries
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Map 10 Days in Bolivia - 4 Unique Itineraries
10 Days in Bolivia - 4 Unique Itineraries
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14 Days in Bolivia - 4 Unique Itineraries
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Travel specialist Lorena Huidobro
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Lorena Huidobro

I believe that those of us who love to travel tend to have a more open mind and free spirit. Being open to experience new adventures, explore the unknown, see the beauty in the simple things,...

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Travel specialist Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
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Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca

Peruvian delicious food, unique culture, and fascinating history are part of me! And as a good cusqueñian, I am very proud of my culture and heritage. I have lived and worked in the USA and made...

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Travel specialist Johanna Fabian
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Johanna Fabian

I enjoy slow travel, ideally being in one country for a month where I can really get to know the local people, their way of life and of course their food! I am Peruvian-American and have traveled...

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Travel specialist Kristy Tizon
active 7 hours ago

Kristy Tizon

Kristy, a Peruvian-American originally from Los Angeles but now based in Lima, Peru, has a deep passion for travel. She founded Miski Travels, a travel agency that offers customized trips to...

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Trip Reviews for Bolivia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Great and memorable trip to Bolivia
Bolivia | Sep 2 - Sep 10, 2024

Shirley
Shirley S.
Kazakhstan | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Trip was amazing with the natural beauty of the national parks and salt flats and the amazing city of La Paz. Everything well organised and high quality tour guides like Dani and Juan Carlos who shared their excellent knowledge and information on the culture of Bolivia. This was the highlight of our 4 week trip, especially as more authentic and traditional people and way of life. We also did the death road ride which team of gravity was excellent with strong emphasis on safety and enjoying.... Read more

Trip was amazing with the natural beauty of the national parks and salt flats and the amazing city of La Paz. Everything well organised and high quality tour guides like Dani and Juan Carlos who shared their excellent knowledge and information on the culture of Bolivia. This was the highlight of our 4 week trip, especially as more authentic and traditional people and way of life. We also did the death road ride which team of gravity was excellent with strong emphasis on safety and enjoying. 2 opportunities for improvement re 1 prewar day 1 of altitude as most of us on tour suffered altitude sickness and too late in taking medication and arriving earlier on day 1 could have allowed us to do the valley of the moon tour day 1 and hence allowed day 2 to visit other locations in Chile in San Pedro de Atacama. Thanks Camaros for a wonderful trip and beautiful memories of your country.

Hotel Reviews
Samay Wasi
Uyuni

As prewarned, room was simple with no internet, no hot water etc. with extra layers of clothing and multiple blankets no issues with the cold temperatures.

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Cordillera Refuge
Uyuni

Hotel is new and still being completed and hence wifi etc. it working. Otherwise given cold temp overnight, bed was warm with lots of blankets, hot water for shower etc.

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Rooms made from salt blocks including bed which was appropriate for the location.
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Hotel Don Raul
San Pedro de Atacama

Hotel had great character and good feel which match location. Simple and adequate with wifi, good breakfast and all other facilities in good order

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Altus Express Hotel
La Paz

Good and convent location,

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Activity Reviews
From San Pedro de Atacama to Villamar (group tour)
From San Pedro de Atacama to Villamar (group tour)
Bolivia

Amazing scenery with lots of flamingos and Lamas in the wild. Again a lot of natural beauty with the lagoons and mountain side that is hard to put into words. It’s well preserved despite tourist thus giving a great natural experience.

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Visit the Valley of the Moon & the Valley of Death
Visit the Valley of the Moon & the Valley of Death
San Pedro de Atacama

Amazing scenery and great to see that access to dunes etc is limited to preserve the beauty. Nice way to start the holiday and experience such beautiful landscape.

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Local specialist: Camila Rojas

Our guide Jemina and drivers were phenomenal....
Bolivia | Apr 30 - May 13, 2024

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Erin M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
Our guide Jemina and drivers were phenomenal. Very friendly, punctual and kind. The owner of Milenaria Travel, called to make sure our trip was going well. Read more

Our guide Jemina and drivers were phenomenal. Very friendly, punctual and kind. The owner of Milenaria Travel, called to make sure our trip was going well.

Hotel Reviews
Pullman Santiago Vitacura
Santiago
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Hotel Don Raul
San Pedro de Atacama
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Los Flamencos Ecolodge
Laguna Hedionda

Eclectic, off the beaten path, but very welcoming and cozy.

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Hotel de Sal Luna Salada
Uyuni

Hotel is beautiful, well appointed. Dinner meal was poor.

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Beautifully decorated.
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Near the salt flats
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Lovely, polite.
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Colonial (Potosi)
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Hotel de Su Merced
Sucre

Beautiful, great location.

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Near attractions.
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Hotel Rosario La Paz
La Paz

Beautiful, clean, excellent breakfast.

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Authentic Bolivian art throughout the hotel
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Polite, accomodating.
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Very clean, comfortable.
Activity Reviews
Depart Santiago
Depart Santiago
Santiago
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Viña del Mar and Valparaíso excursion
Viña del Mar and Valparaíso excursion
Santiago
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Fly from Calama to Santiago
Fly from Calama to Santiago
Bolivia
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Stargazing Tour
Stargazing Tour
Bolivia

This tour was second only to the salt flats. We were able to view the stars through telescopes. Tour guide took pictures and emailed to us, that was a nice and unexpected gift.

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Visit the Valley of the Moon
Visit the Valley of the Moon
San Pedro de Atacama
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Atacama Desert Tour: Lagunas Altiplanicas, Piedras Rojas y Laguna Chaxa
Atacama Desert Tour: Lagunas Altiplanicas, Piedras Rojas y Laguna Chaxa
San Pedro de Atacama
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Geysers, Lagoons, and the Journey to San Pedro de Atacama
Geysers, Lagoons, and the Journey to San Pedro de Atacama
Bolivia
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Avaroa National Reserve
Avaroa National Reserve
Bolivia
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Uyuni Salt Flats
Uyuni Salt Flats
Uyuni

The salt flats were one of the highlights of the trip. Jemina and the driver set up a wonderful picnic and wine at the flats. She also took great illusion photos of us. This tour was so well worth it.

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Potosi and transfer to Uyuni
Potosi and transfer to Uyuni
Bolivia
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Cal Orcko and transfer to Potosi
Cal Orcko and transfer to Potosi
Bolivia
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Fly from La Paz to Sucre
Fly from La Paz to Sucre
Bolivia
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Explore the Ruins of Tiwanaku
Explore the Ruins of Tiwanaku
La Paz
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Half Day Tour of La Paz + Valley of the Moon
Half Day Tour of La Paz + Valley of the Moon
La Paz

Jemina provided a well paced and thorough tour of La Pax.

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Welcome to La Paz
Welcome to La Paz
La Paz
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Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jun 15, 2024

Hi Erin,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with Jemina and our Bolivia team. I look forward to staying in touch for any future trips to South America!

Best,
Kristy

Amazing trip to Bolivia and Chile
Bolivia | Apr 30 - May 13, 2024

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Paula D.
Wheaton, MD | Reviewed on May 15, 2024
Really enjoyed the trip to Bolivia and Chile. Jimena Santos was an amazing tour guide in Bolivia!!! All the drivers were good, and we felt safe riding in all the vehicles. My favorite part of the trip was Uyuni and the salt flats. Hotel de Sal Luna Salada was quite an experience. The only negative thing about Hotel de Sal Luna Salada was that the dinners were horrible. They really need a new chef there. Read more

Really enjoyed the trip to Bolivia and Chile. Jimena Santos was an amazing tour guide in Bolivia!!! All the drivers were good, and we felt safe riding in all the vehicles. My favorite part of the trip was Uyuni and the salt flats. Hotel de Sal Luna Salada was quite an experience. The only negative thing about Hotel de Sal Luna Salada was that the dinners were horrible. They really need a new chef there.

Hotel Review
Hotel de Sal Luna Salada
Uyuni

Excellent/Interesting/Unusual hotel but horrible food for dinner.

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Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on May 16, 2024

Hi Paula & Erin,

It was such a pleasure helping with your trip to Bolivia and Chile. I am so glad to hear you had a great time. Thank you for the feedback on the dinner at the Hotel de Sal Luna Salada, I will definitely pass this along to our local team.

I hope to stay in touch for any future trips to South America! :)

Best,
Kristy