About
Bolivia is a country in South America known for its cultural diversity, rich natural resources, and unique landscapes, including the Uyuni Salt Flats and the Andes.
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Cities and Resorts
Connectivity & Internet
Average Speed20 Mbps
4G Coveragemoderate
SIM from Entel, Tigo or Viva costs $5-10 for 5-15GB. Coverage in La Paz, Uyuni town. Salt flats have no signal.
Electricity
Voltage:230VV
Frequency:50HzHz
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A
C
US Type A and European Type C plugs. Voltage 230V. Different standard from USA. Check device compatibility
Local Transport
Operators: Trans Copacabana, Todo Turismo, Bolivian Bus, Diana Tours
Booking: ticketsbolivia.com, stations
Popular Routes
La Paz-Uyuni10h
BOB 104-173
La Paz-Cochabamba7h
BOB 69-138
La Paz-Santa Cruz18h
BOB 138-276
Bolivia has two separate rail networks: Ferroviaria Andina (west, across Altiplano) and Ferroviaria Oriental (east, to Brazil). Expreso del Sur is a popular tourist train to Uyuni salt flat. Mi Teleférico in La Paz is unique urban transport. Buses are the main intercity connection.
Local Cuisine
Sopa de locro
anticucho
churrasco
salteña
Tipping
Local term: Propina
Restaurants
10%Taxi
Round up fareHotels
Porter5-10 BOB per bag
Housekeeping5-10 BOB per day
Concierge20-30 BOB for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)50-100 BOB per person
Driver (per day)30-50 BOB per person
Tipping is appreciated in Bolivia. 10% for restaurants. Tour guides for Salar de Uyuni expect tips.