Southern Bolivia Explored

Southern Bolivia Explored
Full of surprises, southern Bolivia is a land of breathless superlatives and impressive records. It can boast the
world’s highest navigable lake, its largest expanse of salt flats and its highest capital city. It is also home to the
stunning wildlife-rich wetlands of the Bolivian Pantanal, an area usually more commonly associated with
neighbouring Brazil. With time to visit each of these spectacular settings, this focused itinerary begins
amongst the highlands of La Paz, where you will have a chance to enjoy its rich mix of mestizo architecture,
fascinating ancient ruins and dramatic landscapes, before driving on to the shores of Lake Titicaca. Swapping
the high plateau for the salt flats of Uyuni, you’ll then drive across the surreal landscapes of the Southern
Altiplano, visiting Andean villages and lagoons along the way. Flying down to Puerto Suarez, you then enter
the unspoilt landscapes of the Pantanal, where you will explore one of the richest wildlife areas on earth by
boat, vehicle and on foot, before ending your journey in the bustling city of Santa Cruz.
Highlights:
Uncover ancient ruins outside La Paz
Take a hydrofoil over the world’s highest navigable lake
Explore the salt flats of the Bolivian Altiplano
Go wildlife spotting in the Pantanal jungle
Tour Includes:
11 Breakfasts, 8 lunches/box lunches, 6 dinners
Private driver and vehicle, normally a saloon car for one or two people
Local English speaking guides for sightseeing on a private basis, including all entrance fees
Private transfers to and from all airports
Please note the prices shown above are based on two persons sharing a twin or double room
Itinerary
Day 1: La Paz
On arrival to La Paz you will be met by your local guide and transferred
to your hotel to settle in and you will have the afternoon at leisure to
acclimatise and relax after your long journey.
Day 2: La Paz - Huatajata via Tiwanaku Ruins
Today you will leave the World's highest capital city to go to one of the
World's highest navigable lakes. Today you will travel 70km from the city
to the important archaeological site of Tiwanaku, which is over 1000
years old where you will spend time exploring the site before driving to
the shores of Lake Titicaca. (B,L,D)
Day 3: Huatajata - La Paz
This morning you will take the hydrofoil to Copacabana where you will visit the Shrine of the Dark Virgin
before continuing to Sun Island, stopping en route at Moon Island. An optional lunch can be included at the
archaeological & panoramic Uma Kollu Restaurant, where you may also take a look at the small handicraft
market. This afternoon you will return to Huatajata by hydrofoil before continuing to La Paz. (B,L)
Day 4: La Paz - Uyuni
After breakfast at your hotel you will be driving out of La Paz to the town
of Oruro, where you will then board the train to Uyuni. Overnight in
Uyuni. (B)
Day 5: Uyuni - San Pedro de Quemez
Today your guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you out on to the Salt Flats to enjoy some of the
different areas. You will visit Colchani and a salt processing plant, as well as the salt hills, 'Ojos de Agua' and
Incawasi Island in the morning. After lunch on the salt flats you will visit the Galaxy and Devil's Cave before
ending the day in San Pedro de Quemez. (B,L,D)
Day 6: San Pedro de Quemez - Ojos de Perdiz
Today you will continue your exploration of the Southern Altiplano visiting the Stone Army, Hedionda and
Canapa lagoons. After stopping for a box lunch you will visit various other lagoons in the area and will end the
day at Tayka Desert Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 7: Ojos de Perdiz - Uyuni
The final day of your time in the Southern Altiplano will take you to the Colorado Lagoon where, where 3
types of flamingo nest, before continuing to the Green Lagoon before returning to Uyuni via the Valley of the
Rocks and some Andean Villages. You will have day use of the hotel in Uyuni before your late night train back
to Oruro. (B)
Day 8: Oruro - La Paz
Early morning arrival to Oruro where you will be met and transferred back to La Paz. Afternoon to enjoy La
Paz.
Day 9: La Paz - Pantanal
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the
airport to board your flight to Puerto Suarez, via Santa Cruz. On arrival
you will be transferred to your accommodation in the Pantanal.
Afternoon to settle in. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Pantanal
Today you will begin your explorations of the Pantanal visiting the 'Motacusito' cave in the morning to observe
the stalactites and stalagmites and this afternoon you will visit the Santa Tecla Waterfall and will have the
opportunity to see plenty of wildlife along the way, such as monkeys, iguanas and toucans. (B,L,D)
Day 11: Pantanal
Today you will spend another day exploring the Pantanal with your guide, visiting the Caceres Lagoon,
Tamengo Canal and the Paraguay River, while observing the flora and fauna of the Bolivian Pantanal. (B,L,D)
Day 12: Pantanal - Santa Cruz
This morning you will have a final excursion in the Pantanal and will be
able to enjoy lunch at the lodge before being transferred to the airport
for your flight to Santa Cruz. On arrival you will be met and transferred
to your hotel. Evening free to enjoy Santa Cruz. (B,L)
Day 13: Santa Cruz
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport where your tour ends. (B)
Accommodation
Uyuni and Salt Flats
Luna Salada Hotel
Lake Titicaca Bolivia
Desert Hotel
Tambo Aymara
Inca Utama Hotel And Spa
La Paz
Rosario Hotel
San Pedro de Quemez
Stone Hotel
Santa Cruz
Hotel Los Tajibos