See what the experts are saying about Bolivia. Get expert advice on how to get there, what to see and more.
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Introduction
Bolivia, a vast, isolated country locked in the heart of South America, seems to encapsulate all that is good and bad about this continent. Blessed with spectacular scenery, huge natural wealth, and a warmhearted people, it is nevertheless pl... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Visitor Information The Bolivian Ministry of Tourism has very limited resources. There are virtually no government-sponsored tourist offices outside of Bolivia. The U.S.-based Embassy of Bolivia has a moderately useful website at www.boliv... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- There are two American Express travel offices in Bolivia, both run by Magri Turismo. Unfortunately, these are more travel agencies than American Express offices. Note that you can't exchange traveler's checks at either off... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane At 3,900m (just under 13,000 ft.), La Paz's El Alto Airport (tel. 0102/2810-122) is one of the highest commercial airports in the world. Large planes, such as 747s, cannot land at such a high altitude; even smaller planes have to... Continue reading »
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Entry requirements & customs
Entry Requirements A valid passport is required to enter and depart Bolivia. Visas are not required for stays of up to 30 days if you're a citizen of one of 45 designated countries, which include the United States, the United Kingdom, Cana... Continue reading »
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Getting around
Getting around Bolivia is often unpleasant. Only about 5% of all the roads in the country are paved. Flying is a much better option, but flights are often canceled and schedules change with little warning. By Plane Traveling by plane is... Continue reading »
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Money
The Bolivian unit of currency is the boliviano (Bs). Besides coins with values of 1 and 2 bolivianos, all the currency is paper, in denominations of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100. It's very hard to make change, especially for a 100Bs note. If you... Continue reading »
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Regions in brief
Bolivia sits practically in the middle of South America, sharing its borders with Peru, Chile, Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil. Landlocked since losing access to a seacoast during the Pacific War (1879-84), Bolivia still maintains a navy to p... Continue reading »
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Health & safety
Coomon Ailments -- Travelers to Bolivia should be very careful about contracting food-borne illnesses. Always drink bottled water. Never drink beverages with ice, unless you are sure that the water for the ice has been previously boiled. Be v... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
Best of Bolivia in 2 Weeks Vertigo and claustrophobia are unwelcome conditions in a country where altitude is measured in gasps of air and your bus seat might be a stranger's lap. Fear of flying will disappear once you experience the kamik... Continue reading »
Real traveler experience in Bolivia
