Discover Bolivia

The world's largest salt flat stretches over more than 10,000 square kilometers in the Bolivian highlands. During the rainy season from December to April, a thin layer of water forms, mirroring the sky and turning the salt flat into a gigantic mirror — one of the most surreal and most photographed natural phenomena on Earth, drawing travelers from all over the world.

The highest seat of government in the world sits at around 3,600 meters, surrounded by snow-capped Andean peaks like Illimani. The modern cable car network Mi Teleférico connects the steep neighborhoods above the rooftops of the city and offers spectacular panoramic views. The famous Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas) showcases traditional remedies and Andean rituals up close.

The world's highest navigable lake sits at over 3,800 meters on the border with Peru and impresses with crystal-clear, deep-blue water. Isla del Sol is considered the birthplace of the sun in Inca mythology and is still home to traditional Andean communities, terraced fields and pre-Hispanic archaeological ruins.

Bolivia's constitutional capital captivates with immaculately whitewashed colonial architecture, magnificent churches and quiet colonial-style squares. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sucre is considered one of the most beautiful cities in South America and was the site of Bolivia's declaration of independence — a pleasant contrast to the hectic high-altitude climate of La Paz.

There are no direct flights from Europe — travel usually involves a stopover via Madrid, Miami or São Paulo to La Paz or Santa Cruz. From there, domestic flights or buses are the most common ways to reach other destinations like Uyuni, Sucre or Lake Titicaca.

Spanish is the most widely spoken official language, alongside numerous officially recognized indigenous languages such as Quechua and Aymara, actively spoken especially in the highlands and rural areas.

The dry season from May to October is best suited for most regions and trekking tours. For the famous mirror effect on the Salar de Uyuni, however, you should choose the rainy season from December to April, when a thin layer of water covers the salt flat.

Yes, Bolivia is one of the most affordable destinations in South America — accommodation, local food and guided tours are very inexpensive compared to neighboring countries like Chile or Argentina, making longer trips easy to budget for.