Best time to visit Bolivia
Best time of year to visit Bolivia
The mild and dry winter of May through October is considered to be the best time to visit Bolivia. The middle of spring might reward you with lower prices and fewer crowds, but as you dive deeper into the dry season, the rates get significantly higher and places get busier. The sun shines brightly, making this period suitable for climbing Bolivian Highlands, sightseeing, and hiking. Don't miss a chance to party at the famous Fiesta de la Cruz or Fiesta del Gran Poder.
As the wet season starts in November, prepare for ubiquitous mud in Amazon areas. Salar de Uyuni looks fantastic, but there's nothing left to do on lowlands except dealing with summer heat, humidity, and mosquitoes.
In the highlands, rainfall is a rare occurrence, although some roads may get closed. But you'll definitely find a load of lavish landscapes in the Andes with quinoa and wildflowers in bloom.
1 THING TO DO IN BOLIVIA (JULY 24 - AUGUST 02)
Cholita Wrestling
If you think women can't be ruthless wrestlers, you may be surprised by the indigenous Bolivians
39 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Lake at Salt Flats or Salar de Uyuni
out of rangeSky beneath and sky above, eternal peace and infinite beauty—this must be what Heaven looks like
The Death Road (Camino de las Yunga)
out of rangeIf you have the courage to cycle down the formidable frozen Andes into the hot jungles, you will be considered a true hero
Flamingos
out of rangeThe seemingly lifeless blood-red lake, plain rocks, and salt deposits may surprise with rare flamingos and other wildlife
Walk the Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats
out of rangeIt's easy to explore the world's largest salt flats during the dry season
Oruro Carnaval
out of rangeSymbolic costumed performances and water fighting traditions that go back over 2,000 years
Laguna Verde
out of rangeThe afternoon sunshine turns this desolate lake into mesmerizing turquoise to emerald colours
Isla del Sol and Lake Titicaca
out of rangeThese ancient ruins are the only remnants of a more severe Bolivian past when death was the verdict for those accused of lies, laziness, or theft
Capybara
out of rangeThese large Bolivian rodents love bathing in the mud, feeding, and never stop being cute
Llamas
out of rangeMeeting llamas on an island set amidst the salt flat is no problem, the tricky part is getting there
Fiesta del Gran Poder
out of rangeThe Lord delights in watching Bolivians trying to outdance one another to please the Gran Poder
Coca Leaves Harvest
out of rangeIf your first association with "coca" is cocaine or Coca-Cola, you are on the right track
Hiking
out of rangeHiking from the lush green subtropics to glacial mountain peaks you can enjoy the full palette of nature's colours
Train Cemetery
out of rangeAbandoned, disassembled, and covered with graffiti these trains resemble toys of a giant naughty child
Fiesta de la Cruz
out of rangeInstead of oppressive sadness, the cross and crucifixion is commemorated through vivid costumed dances
Try a Guinea Pig or Cuy
out of rangeAn offer of a guinea pig plate is the highest privilege in Bolivia, and refusal is unacceptable!
Squirrel Monkeys
out of rangeWatching these pretty long-tailed fellows play is truly amusing
Day of the Skulls
out of rangeA remarkable mixture of pagan and Christian traditions turns into sombre but festive celebration of skull in the city of La Paz
Pink Dolphins in the Amazon River
out of rangeSwimming with these bizarre-colored friendly creatures is a lot of fun
Сycling and Motorbiking
out of rangeThere's no better way to enjoy the scenery of Bolivia than on two wheels!
Inti Raymi or Aymara New Year
out of rangeThe two-faced and twelve-horned Aya Uma and dancing circles worship sun and nature through ancient Aymara rituals
Feria de las Alasitas
out of rangeDo you believe in miracles? Many locals testify that Ekkekko makes small trinkets big
Tinku Festival
out of rangeWhen Bolivians let their anger out, even the police are powerless and violent street fights break out
Mountain Climbing
out of rangeClimbing the highest Bolivian peaks is an important lifetime achievement for any mountaineer or adventure enthusiast
Valle de la Luna
out of rangeCheck out the unique beautiful shapes and colours of Bolivia's Moon Valley
Blooming Cacti
out of rangeWhether in the dry lowland or wet Andean Altiplano, Bolivian cacti thrive everywhere
Wild Flowers
out of rangeA wide range of beautiful sleeping wild flowers are awakened by the abundant rainfalls
Quinoa Bloom
out of rangeRed and yellow fields dazzle beautifully during quinoa blooming season
Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead
out of rangeIs it common in your country to celebrate this occasion with a barbeque at the cemetery?—In Bolivia it is!
Quinoa Harvest
out of rangeThe perfect occasion to try a range of traditional specialties made of fresh harvested grain
Semana Santa (Holy Week) & Easter
out of rangeDramatic hooded robes, the smell of wax in the air, and the overall sense of deep mourning ensure a mysterious atmosphere
Birdwatching
out of rangeBolivian birdlife is splendid from the lowland jungles and Amazon to the Andes and high altitude lagoons
Butterflies in Tucavaca Valley
out of rangeThis lime-coloured confetti is just butterflies in disguise
Search for Anaconda
out of rangeIf you don't have a phobia of snakes, this is the place for an amazing adventure
Dinosaur Footprints
out of rangeThousands of dinosaur tracks have been here for nearly 70 million years—an amazing historical site
Piranha Fishing
out of rangeWaters seem to boil as a school of piranhas devours your bait—both frightening and awe-inspiring!
Cruise and Sail on Lake Titicaca
out of rangeOne shouldn't miss the world's most navigable lake, its islands full of Inca ruins, and rare giant frogs
Grape Harvest
out of rangeThe world's highest vineyards caressed by loving sun and cooled by caring winds bear top-notch grapes and excellent wines
Virgen de la Candelaria
out of rangeThe celebration consists of a festive mass, colorful dancing, and the Road to Cavalry which bestows the mercy of the virgin
Toborochi Tree in Bloom
out of rangeIf not for the toborochi trunk that enabled the birth of Bolivia's savior, the country might still be haunted by evil spirits
