Bolivia: Trip Preparation & Destination Information

Where can I find information on travel safety? Check out the US Department of State's website for the most up-to-date information on safety while traveling 

Is the water safe to drink? Tap water should be avoided by travelers. You should also avoid brushing your teeth with tap water when possible. For drinking water, make sure to drink treated water which can be found at all lodging accommodations.

Do I need a Visa? For Visa information, click here. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after you return home and has two or more blank pages. Otherwise, some countries may not let you enter.

What about vaccines? For vaccination information, click here.

Do you recommend travel insurance? While not required, we highly recommend all travelers get travel insurance for their trip to protect themselves from the unknown! Check out travel insurance options from our partner, worldnomads.com, or from a provider of your choice. 

How much should I pack? As we will be using shared transfers and spaces throughout our tour we recommend all travelers pack as lightly as possible. Please review our luggage restrictions below.

What does public transportation look like? Public transportation throughout the country is generally safe but it can be tricky and unreliable. Many of the bus terminal staff don't speak English and timetables aren't available online. Also, many of the roads in Bolivia are unpaved, making travel possibly bumpy and long. Taxis are available and are the safest mode of transportation. Radio taxis are recommended and are dispatched based on calls from private clients. Your hotel or a restaurant can help by calling one. They cost around 6 USD, depending on the destination. You can recognize them by a sign on top of the car that has a logo, telephone and name of the company.

Is Uber or Lyft available? Uber is available in some La Paz and Santa Cruz.