Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat, spanning over 10,000 km² in southwest Bolivia. The vast white expanse creates surreal mirror reflections after rains and endless geometric patterns when dry. Visitors explore flamingo-filled lagoons, active volcanoes on nearby islands, and jagged rock formations. Sunrise and sunset views amplify the magic, while starlit skies over the salt crust offer unparalleled astrophotography opportunities.

Access from – Uyuni

Outside Uyuni, the rusting hulks of 19th-century locomotives lie abandoned on dusty tracks, relics of Bolivia’s former mining railway. Graffiti-tagged engines and carriages create a haunting tableau against the Andean backdrop. It’s a photographer’s dream at golden hour; exploring the skeletal frames provides insight into the region’s industrial past and the human stories entwined with salt and mineral extraction in this remote high-altitude desert.

Access from – Uyuni

Rising like a green oasis from Salar de Uyuni, Isla Incahuasi is carpeted in giant cacti and offers panoramic salt-flat vistas. Visitors wander among towering 9 m cacti, encounter rock formations sculpted by wind and time, and survey endless white plains from rocky outcrops. The island’s high vantage points frame breath-taking 360° horizons, making it a must-see stop on multi-day overland tours across Bolivia’s otherworldly altiplano.

Access from – Uyuni

In southwest Bolivia, this high-altitude reserve encompasses volcanic landscapes, mineral-rich lagoons and rugged deserts. Flamingos wade in Laguna Colorada’s red waters, while geysers steam at Sol de Mañana at dawn. The reserve shelters Andean wildlife—vicuñas, rheas and vizcachas—and dramatic salt-encrusted salt flats. Multi-day 4×4 expeditions navigate dusty tracks between remote refugios, offering authentic immersion in Bolivia’s surreal southwestern frontier.

Access from – Uyuni

At the Chilean border, Laguna Verde’s emerald waters lie beneath the smoking cone of Licancabur Volcano at 5,916 m. The mineral-rich lake shimmers with intense green hues, contrasting sharply with arid, rust-coloured plains. High winds sculpt sand dunes, and thermal vents hiss nearby. Though frigid at altitude, the setting feels lunar—perfect for landscape photography and as part of an overland loop through Eduardo Avaroa Reserve.

Access from – Uyuni

Near Lake Titicaca, Tiwanaku was the heart of a pre-Inca civilization from 1500 BC to AD 1000. Imposing stone gateways, carved monoliths and sunken plazas reveal advanced astronomical and hydraulic engineering. Highlights include the Akapana pyramid, the Sun Gate and the semi-subterranean temple with ritual niches. Expert guides shed light on ritual life, cosmology and the enduring mysteries of this UNESCO-listed cultural masterpiece.

Access from – La Paz

On Bolivia’s side of Lake Titicaca, Isla del Sol is steeped in Inca mythology as the birthplace of the sun god. Steep stone terraces, ancient fountains and scattered ruins dot the slopes. Hiking between the northern and southern villages passes sacred sites like Pilkokaina and the Sacred Rock. Clear air and mirror-smooth waters reflect snow-capped peaks, while homestays with Aymara families offer cultural immersion in traditional highland life.

Access from – Copacabana

This erosion-carved badlands feature sharp pinnacles, deep ravines and undulating spires of pale sandstone. Trails wind through lunar-landscape formations that shift hue with sun angle. Viewing platforms overlook the surreal expanse, especially striking at sunset when long shadows sculpt a dramatic panorama. The site provides a stark counterpoint to the city’s urban buzz and easy half-day escape into geological artistry.

Access from – La Paz

Known as the world’s most dangerous road, the Yungas route drops 3,500 m from the high Andes down to the Amazon basin over hairpin turns and narrow ledges. Thrill-seekers join guided downhill bike tours on gravel tracks carved into steep cliffs. Along the way, misty cloud forests emerge, waterfalls cascade and rural villages appear. Despite a safer new highway, the original path remains a bucket-list adrenaline experience for adventurous cyclists.

Access from – La Paz

Covering over 18,000 km² of Amazonian lowlands and Andean foothills, Madidi is one of the world’s most biodiverse reserves. Jungle treks reveal capybaras, jaguars, macaws and monkeys. River excursions navigate oxbow lakes in traditional dugout canoes, while canopy towers and rope bridges offer rainforest panoramas. Community-run ecolodges provide immersive stays, combining guided wildlife spotting, night walks and cultural encounters with Tacana indigenous communities.

Access from – Rurrenabaque

Potosí’s silver-rich Cerro Rico looms over the city at 4,800 m, once fueling the Spanish Empire. Guided mine tours descend into narrow, dimly-lit shafts, showing mules, hand-hewn tunnels and century-old equipment. Guides demonstrate traditional mining rituals and share miners’ stories of hardship. Back in town, the colonial Plaza 10 de Noviembre and splendid Baroque churches reflect Potosí’s legendary wealth and UNESCO World Heritage status.

Access from – Potosí

Bolivia’s constitutional capital dazzles with whitewashed buildings, red-tiled roofs and leafy plazas. Cobblestone streets lead to the ornate La Recoletta museum, the striking Casa de la Libertad and the sprawling Convento de San Felipe de Neri. Sucre’s temperate climate invites leisurely café culture, while nearby dinosaur footprints at Cal Orck’o attract paleontology buffs. The city’s charm lies in its blend of heritage architecture and vibrant arts scene.

Access from – Sucre

Hidden between Cochabamba and Potosí, Toro Toro reveals millions-year-old dinosaur footprints on sandstone beds, deep canyons and crystal-lined caves. Guided hikes descend into the Concepción Gorge to view waterfalls and the jaw-dropping Une††ocapi cave formations. Palaeontological sites and hidden pools add to the park’s adventure. With rustic lodging in Toro Toro village, visitors experience remote, off-the-beaten-path exploration under a canopy of Andean stars.

Access from – Cochabamba

Straddling the humid foothills below the Andes, Amboró encompasses cloud forests, savannas and Amazon rainforests. Over 800 bird species and 100 mammal species—including jaguars and tapirs—inhabit the park. Trails range from easy waterfall walks to multi-day treks through primary forest. The remote Florida section features canopy platforms and indigenous guides who share ethnobotanical knowledge. Eco-lodges near Buena Vista provide comfortable gateways.

Access from – Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Bolivia’s southern wine region around Tarija produces robust Tannat and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon at high altitude. Scenic vineyards unfurl on terraced hillsides, punctuated by traditional cellars and tasting rooms. Visitors sample wines paired with regional cheeses and artisanal charcuterie. Harvest festivals in March celebrate grape picking with folkloric dances and open-air banquets. Boutique wineries offer guided tours through barrel-filled bodegas and picturesque vineyards.

Access from – Tarija