Discover Bolivia with On The Go Tours
Bolivia is a land of superlatives - it's South America's highest, most isolated and rugged nation and boasts some of the world's driest, saltiest and swampiest natural landscapes. Add to this one of the largest indigenous populations in the continent and you have an adventurous traveller's paradise. It's also a surprising food destination with a varied range of dishes from the mouthwatering with dark chocolate and chorizo sandwiches, to the somewhat unusual with llama tenderloin and pacay, a fruit that tastes like ice-cream.
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Upcoming Bolivia Trips
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| Peru to Chile Express - 15 days | Lima | 05 Oct 2016 | USD $4,129 |
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| Lima to Santiago - 21 days | Lima | 08 Oct 2016 | USD $5,529 |
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| Trails to Titicaca - 15 days | Lima | 08 Oct 2016 | USD $3,589 |
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| South America Coast to Coast - 32 days | Lima | 08 Oct 2016 | USD $9,089 |
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| Highlights of Ecuador & Peru - 26 days | Quito | 29 Oct 2016 | USD $5,399 |
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Where Bolivia truly excels is in the surreal landscapes of the Uyuni salt flats and the multi-hued Laguna Colorada. Measuring an area of over 10,000 sq km, the Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat with a harsh beauty that transforms with the sky and offers endless possibilities for perspective-bending photography. This region of Bolivia is also home to a number of dazzling mineral lakes, including the red Laguna Colorada that changes from a rusty brown to blood-red in the course of a day.
Bolivia Group Tours
Our small group tours in Brazil have an average of 12 travellers and are accompanied our tour leaders throughout. Staying at simple hotels and homestays, we travel around on local public transport, giving you an authentic feel for Bolivia on your travels.
Trails to Titicaca
15 days | FROM USD $3,589See the best of Peru with fascinating Inca ruins, colourful Indian and...
Peru to Chile Express
15 days | FROM USD $4,129Kicking off in Lima, continue on to explore the world-famous Machu and...
Lima to Santiago
21 days | FROM USD $5,529Experience a different adventure every day with this unique journey to...
Highlights of Ecuador & Peru
26 days | FROM USD $5,399Journey through some of the world’s most spectacular scenery as we a...
South America Coast to Coast
32 days | FROM USD $9,089Take in the highlights of South America in just 32 days on this tour...
Bolivia Private Tours
Staring in Peru and finishing at the Atacama in Chile, this classic holiday itinerary of Bolivia takes in the desolate salt flats in Uyuni, colonial Potosi and the Valley of the Giants.
Highlights of Bolivia
9 days | FROM USD $5,429Travel from southern Peru into Bolivia, visit the Bolivian Highlands,...
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Spend time in Potosi, one of the highest cities in the world and explore the miners' market of Calvario before heading to the mines themselves. Potosi is well known for its exploration of silver, which dates back to colonial days and is still maintained today using the same tools. Bolivia's salt flats are one of the country's biggest draw cards and a great place to take some entertaining photos. Watch the flamingos of Laguna Colorada and stare up at the Licancahur volcano as you travel south towards neighbouring Chile.
Recommended places to visit in Bolivia
The landlocked country of Bolivia is home to dramatic landscapes of high-altitude lakes, surprisingly coloured lagoons and expansive salt pans making it a particularly photogenic travel destination. Here are some of our favourite spots to get you started.
La Paz
Breathtaking in every sense of the word, La Paz, which sits at a staggering altitude of around 3,500m, is a vibrant hub of activity and commerce with colourful markets and indigenous culture. Houses cling to impossibly steep cliff faces while old colonial buildings and churches stand majestically in plazas across the city, giving it a wonderful mix of culture and natural beauty. Make the most of your time here by strolling through the narrow alleys absorbing the atmosphere.
Uyuni Salt Flats
The Uyuni Salt Flats, or Salar de Uyuni as they're known locally, are the largest of their kind in the world. This natural phenomenon has occurred over thousands of year as prehistoric lakes have dried up to leave a thick salt crust. The flatness of the area alone is striking but what really makes it a place of wonder is how the ground reflects the sky when it is seasonally covered with rain water. This makes for some pretty outstanding photo opportunities.
Lake Titicaca
The sparkling expanse of water that is Lake Titicaca is one of Bolivia’s most prized features. Sitting on the border with Peru, there is no shortage of activities here to keep travellers occupied, with boat trips to the lake’s islands, excursions to secret caves and coves and parties on the beach all readily available. Those seeking some adventure should hike up Isla del Sol, home of the Inca God Inti, according to local legend.
Laguna Colorada
Also known as the Red Lagoon, the shallow salt lake of Laguna Colorada is filled with vivid red water, caused by red sediment and the pigmentation of some of its algae. It is regularly frequented by vast numbers of James’s flamingos as well as llamas, alpacas and Andean foxes and cats. Surrounded by rugged mountains and tiny villages, this natural wonder should definitely be on everyone’s bucket list.
Bolivia Travel Guide
Know before you go with our useful collection of travel guide resources from the top spots to see in Bolivia, when best to go and plenty more.
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Recommended Reading
- Cochabamba!: Water War in Bolivia
by Oscar Olivera - The Night
by Jaime Saenz - Whispering in the Giant’s Ear
by William Powers
Facts about Bolivia
- The salt flats of Uyuni constitute the largest deposit of salt in the world, containing 64 million tonnes of the mineral.
- Bolivia is home to the world's largest butterfly sanctuary, the Guembe Biocentre, located just outside of Santa Cruz.
- The Hotel Luna Salada, located on the salt flats, is made entirely from salt blocks, including the furniture.
Bolivia Travel Advice:
We keep informed of the latest travel updates for Bolivia and follow advice as set out by the British Foreign Office. Safety of our travellers is paramount and we recommend that you check the latest travel updates from the relevant advisory body in your country.
Online travel resources for Bolivia:
REFER TO: Rough Guides, Fodors, Frommers, Footprints and World Travel Guide.
ALSO SEE: The official Bolivia Tourist Organisation site and the latest Bolivia Weather Updates from the BBC.
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“The Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes on the planet. Whilst being most famous for being the world's largest salt...”
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