Things to Do in Samaipata, Bolivia
We spent a lot of time in Bolivia and were undoubtedly glad that we made the stop to peaceful Samaipata. Amidst many adventures in the country’s higher and colder altiplano,…
Las Cuevas Waterfalls: Paradise in Samaipata, Bolivia
Update: As of mid-2024, Las Cuevas park seems to be closed until further notice. When visiting Samaipata, ask locals about the status of the park before heading out there. If…
Samaipata: A Guide to a Quiet Bolivian Jungle Town
Samaipata was a much needed breath of fresh air after time in the bustling city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra. As a gateway to many jungle adventures in Amboro…
Amboró National Park: Giant Fern Excursion
The Amazon Rainforest holds an unimaginable amount of wildlife and beautiful scenery, and people travel from near and far to get a glimpse of it. When people think of the…
Carnival in Bolivia: Our Celebration Experience
We’ll start off by saying that Carnival in Bolivia was like nothing we had imagined. We weren’t really sure what to expect, but it wasn’t quite like the pictures we…
Santa Cruz De La Sierra: A City Guide
Santa Cruz De La Sierra is unlike any other city we visited in Bolivia. The weather is significantly warmer, the elevation is substantially lower, and the culture is a stark…
A Day in the Botanical Gardens of Santa Cruz, Bolivia
It was Valentine’s Day, and walking through the botanical gardens of Santa Cruz was the perfect way for us to spend it. Santa Cruz de la Sierra lies close to…
Samaipata Animal Refuge: A Second Chance at Zoologico el Refugio
Animal refuges have sprung up in the various jungle regions of Bolivia to help orphaned or illegally captured exotic Bolivian wildlife. During our stay in Samaipata, we headed just outside…