Bolivia
Bolivia is a perfect destination to combine with Peru. You can easily travel on from southern Peru to Bolivia (La Paz). Bolivia has a lot to offer: high mountain peaks, large cities, jungle, and the largest salt flat in the world! On this page, you’ll find all the travel information you need for a visit to Bolivia.
Travel Information Bolivia
Our Travel Route Through Bolivia
We actually only visited two places in Bolivia, where we spent a total of two weeks. Unfortunately, our visit coincided with the elections, which meant we couldn’t do much for a few days. Our route included La Paz and Uyuni, from where we took several day trips. You can find these in our travel guide Bolivia.
Travel Guide Bolivia: from La Paz to Uyuni
Visa and Entry Requirements
As a Dutch citizen, you don’t need a visa for Bolivia. In Peru, you receive an exit stamp, and in Bolivia, you get an entry stamp. We didn’t have to explain what we were planning to do or when we would leave the country again, although this may differ for each traveler.
Travel Advisory Bolivia | Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Travel Budget and Currency
Bolivia is not a very expensive country, although inflation has increased significantly in recent times. For example, we experienced a very unfavorable exchange rate when we wanted to pay for a multi-day tour in Bolivianos. Our tip is to bring US dollars for this type of tour, as no extra fees were charged when paying in dollars. In our travel budget article, you can read exactly how much we spent on our two-week itinerary through Bolivia.
Exchange Rate Bolivian Boliviano (BOB) | Exchange Rate
How Much Does a Trip Through Bolivia Cost? Our Backpacking Budget!
Climate in Bolivia
Bolivia is one of the South American countries without a coastline, and this largely determines its climate. Due to the many high mountains, the country is essentially divided into two regions. The east can be wetter because of rainfall coming from the Amazon region, while the west is drier and higher due to the Andes. Below you can find more information about Bolivia’s climate for your preferred travel period. Also keep in mind the high UV radiation levels in Bolivia!
Climate of Bolivia | Climate Information
When Is the High Season?
High season starts during the dry winter period (the opposite of what we’re used to in the Netherlands, roughly from May/June to September). It can be a bit cooler during this time, but it’s an excellent period for trekking.
Popular Sights in Bolivia
Our travel route through Bolivia could have been much more extensive, so we only discuss the sights we personally visited. La Paz and Uyuni are absolute must-sees. The salt flats near Uyuni are the largest in the world!
Everything about climbing Huayna Potosí in Bolivia!
Visit the largest salt flat in the world in Bolivia!
Safety and Health
We never felt unsafe at any point during our time in Bolivia. Below you can find information on which travel vaccinations are recommended for a trip to Bolivia. Always discuss your personal situation and preferences with a medical professional.
Vaccinations for Bolivia | Travel Vaccinations
Internet and Connectivity
Once again, we used an Airalo eSIM. Unfortunately, it didn’t always work perfectly, but coverage in the larger cities was sufficient. With the discount code MEIKE4854, you’ll receive €3 off your first purchase!
