Rurrenabaque, located at an elevation of about 300 meters (980 feet) in the Amazon Basin of Bolivia, is a small town that has become a hub for eco-tourism and adventure travel. The town’s appeal lies in its proximity to two areas: the Pampas and Madidi National Park, both renowned for their incredible biodiversity. However, Rurrenabaque’s…
Before heading to Bolivia, I tried searching online information regarding celiac and gluten-free awareness in the country but couldn’t find much info (see other resources at the end of the article). After 3 months of traveling through Bolivia, here is a summary that will hopefully assist other celiacs on the road! In general, celiac disease…
So Bolivia is your chosen travel destination – an amazing choice! This country has it all – from a rich Indigenous culture (the largest population in South America – 60% of the population) to the highest mountain range outside the Himalayas; from the world’s largest salt-flat desert to the humid jungle. It really has a…
In our opinion, watching the sunset is one of life’s pleasures. It’s always the most relaxed hour of the day when you can just watch the changing sky, the street lights turn on, and imagine all the people finishing their day and going home. We are also sunrise lovers, but that’s for a different post…
Colombia changed me. From being a Nescafe-red-mug girl with sometimes a cup of black coffee with cardamon, I became a “feinschmecker” that now drinks only specialty coffee. I like fruity coffees made slowly, in french press (“prensa francesa”), V60, Chemex or AeroPress. We’ve been seeking for coffee “like in Colombia” both in Peru and in…
So you visited lovely Coroico – either after hiking El Choro Trek, going to the town’s 1-week-long fiesta in October, or just chilling in a pool while watching a nice sunset. If you want to go further deep into the jungle, Rurrenabaque is probably your next destination. But how the hell can you get from…
The El Choro Trek is one of Bolivia’s most known hikes. Starting not far from La Paz at ‘La Cumbre‘ (4725m) the trek descends from the heights of the Cordillera Real over 50 kilometers to the humid and green Yungas and the village of Chairo. Be prepared for a lot of going down! Many tour…
As a “celiaca”, I sometimes struggle to find gluten-free options while traveling. The option that gives me peace of mind is to cook for myself, as I know this is 100% gluten-free. However, hostels with a kitchen are (for some reason) not so common in Bolivia 🙁 HostelWorld has for some reason removed the filter…
The Condoriri Massif in the Cordillera Real Bolivia is a group of 13 peaks ranging from 5100m to 5648m (the highest: Cabeza del Condór – the head of the condor) and home to the Condoriri trek. We stayed 3 days in the area, climbed pico Austria (5350m), visited the glacier (and an ice cave), and…
Sajama National Park in Bolivia is a breathtaking destination known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the remarkable Lagunas de Altura. Taking its name from Nevado Sajama, the highest mountain in Bolivia (6,542m, 21,463ft), the park is nestled near the Chilean border. It offers adventurers the chance to explore the beauty of the Andes…