MOST VISITED
Cordillera Real - A high-altitude challenge
[The andean region]
Jesuit Missions - Encounter with a culture
[The amazon region]
Madidi - Biodiversity Unlimited
[The amazon region]
Oruro - Land of Carnival
[The andean region]
Samaipata - prehistoric
[The amazon region]
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
[The plains region]
La Paz - Capital of the Andes
[The andean region]
Samaipata - A source of energy
[The plains region]
Lake Titicaca - Mystical and Sacred
[The andean region]
Tiwanaku - The cradle of Andean culture
[The andean region]
Uyuni salt flat - Infinite landscapes captivating your senses
[The amazon region]
TOURIST INFORMATION
FAQ
1. Would you recommend any precautions while traveling in the country?
Take care of your personal belongings, do not leave them with anyone, do not trust them to anyone. Distrust plainclothes policemen with false IDs. Ask help only of policemen in green uniforms.
2. Are there any tourist information offices?
Municipal and departmental governments have tourist offices where you can get information and maps of the city you are visiting.
3. Are there any specific tourist guards or gendarmes?
Bolivia has the Tourist Police, where expert policemen assist and ensure the safety of tourists. Beware of FAKE plainclothes policemen with false IDs, do not be fooled by these people. Gendarmes are dressed in a green uniform. In case you have any questions, please call the toll-free number 800-10- 8687.
4. What should I do if I lose my passport and other documents?
You should go to the Tourist Police office in the city where you are or to your country's Embassy or Consulate.
5. What precautions should I take before traveling to the high-altitude cities of La Paz, Oruro or Potosí?
The altitude does not affect everyone. Some visitors do not suffer any type of effects, others do. When you arrive, it is best to rest, avoid alcohol and heavy meals. You should drink a lot of water. You could also take "sorojchi pills" which you can buy at any pharmacy or drink coca leaf tea. In case of fatigue or discomfort, avoid physical effort. If the symptoms continue, seek medical advice.
6. Any health-related recommendations?
We recommend you drink bottled water, try not to eat from street vendors and eat cooked vegetables.
7. What safety precautions should I take to avoid being robbed?
Consider the following measures:
- Do not trust your belongings to strangers.
- Do not trust policemen who do not wear a green uniform and who approach you while flashing a (false) ID. Do not give them your belongings or documents and do not let them review your stuff.
- Do not give your documents to anyone for any reason and never share your credit card PIN with anyone.
- Try to carry your backpack on your belly.
- Watch your bag or wallet in restaurants or other public places.
- Watch your personal belongings.
8. Is it dangerous to walk around at night in Bolivian cities?
In general, it is not. However, we recommend the following precautions:
- Do not walk around alone late at night.
- Avoid remote places outside the city.
- Avoid being driven to unknown places.
