It’s one of the smaller countries in South America, but it’s still massive if you come from Europe – yes beautiful Bolivia is a backpacker best and no dislike of alliteration in an opening paragraph is going to do away with that! Still acknowledged as one of the cheapest countries to travel in this […]
Category Archives: BOLIVIA
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May
May
Sandwiched between Brazil, Peru, Chile and Argentina, the South America country of Bolivia can sometimes struggle to get a look in with all those big neighbours around. But get a look in it certainly should, as this smaller South American country doesn’t hold back when it comes to epic things to do here. From […]
05
Mar
Mar
If you’re backpacking on an amazing trip through South America, then it’s likely crossing land borders between different countries is going to feature in your adventure. And it doesn’t get more adventurous than having to flee Bolivia, as the President resigns and chaos reigns on the streets, into nearby Argentina… as I did! And […]
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Feb
Feb
The largest city in Bolivia, La Paz is a lofty affair. Situated at over 3,650m this really is a city in the clouds, indeed it is the highest capital in the world! And while this elevation can leave you a little out of breath, so too can the amount of things to do in […]
20
Jan
Jan
So you’re travelling independently in Bolivia and want to journey from the bustling city of La Paz in the north of the country to the amazing salts flats at Uyuni in the south? Yeah, I’ve got your number… and that’s because I was in this exact situation myself not so long ago. I must […]
02
Jan
Jan
One of my absolute highlights in South America, the Salar de Uyuni is, without doubt, one of the most remarkable sights on this continent. Situated high in Bolivia’s altiplano, this flat, expansive otherworldly landscape is truly unforgettable and certainly should not be missed during your trip to this part of the world. Best accessed […]
12
Dec
Dec
Located in the north of the country, on the edge of the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, for most people crossing the border from Peru into Bolivia (as I was), the town of Copacabana is a perfect first stop. And for those not shuttling to or from Peru, but perhaps just […]