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GENERAL COUNTRY INFORMATION |
Republic of Bolivia
Area: 1,098,581sq km
Population: 9,119,152
Population density: 8.4 per sq km
Capital: La Paz |
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PASSPORT AND VISA INFO |
| Passport
Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other
EU |
Yes |
| Visa
Required? |
| British |
No/3 |
| Australian |
No/3 |
| Canadian |
No/3 |
| USA |
Yes/1/2/3 |
| Other EU |
No/1/3 |
| Return
Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
Passports
Passport valid for at least
six months beyond the intended length of stay
required by all nationals referred to in the
chart above.
Visas
Not required
by all nationals referred to in the chart above
except the following, provided travelling for
touristic purposes:
(a) 1. nationals of Bulgaria,
Cyprus, Malta, Romania and the USA. 2.
Nationals of the US are advised that on 1 January
2007 the Bolivian president decreed that all US
citizens wishing to enter Boliva, for any purpose,
would now require a visa. The Bolivian Foreign
Ministry are currently formulating procedures
to implement this. US nationals wishing to enter
Bolivia are advised to contact the nearest Bolivian
embassy or consulate for further information.
Note: (a) 3. All
nationals travelling on business do need
a Specific Purpose visa. (b) Nationals not requiring
a tourist visa are usually allowed to stay for
a period of 30 to 90 days; check with the embassy
(or consular section at embassy). (c) Nationals
not referred to in the chart above are advised
to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist/Transit:
Cost depends on nationality; enquire at the embassy
(or consular section at embassy).
Validity
Tourist visas
are valid for 30 days but can be extended for
up to 90 days (depending on nationality) from
the date of entry. Specific Purpose visas are
valid for 30 days and can be renewed for 60 or
90 additional days at the immigration office in
Bolivia. Student visas are valid for 60 days.
Transit visas are valid for 15 days.
Applications to:
Consulate
(or consular section at embassy).
Working Days Required
One to two
for nationals requiring tourist visas without
special authorisation. Approximately six weeks
for all other nationals requiring tourist visas
and special authorisation from the Bolivian Ministry
of Foreign Affairs.
All 'passport and visa info' published with permission
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GETTING THERE |
Getting There by Air
Approximate Flight Times
There are no direct flights
from the UK. The main routes involve transit
in Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires or Miami for connections
to La Paz and Santa Cruz. Flight time from London
via Buenos Aires and Madrid is 16 hours. From
Miami to Santa Cruz is 7 hours.
Main Airports
La
Paz (LPB) (El Alto International)
is 14km (8.5 miles) southwest of La Paz. To/from
the airport: Regular minibus services
to the city depart after scheduled flight arrivals
(journey time - 20 minutes), heading for the terminus
at Plaza Isabel La Católica. Facilities:
restaurant and cafe, call
centre and Internet access.
Santa Cruz (VVI) (Viru
Viru International) is 16km (10 miles) from the
centre of Santa Cruz and is the largest airport
in Bolivia. To/from the airport:
Regular minibus services to the city depart after
scheduled flight arrivals (journey time - 30 minutes),
heading for the terminus at the statue of Christ
the Redeemer. Facilities: Cafe,
sandwich bar, call centre, hotel reservations,
Internet access and duty-free facilities.
For further information, contact the Bolivian
Airports Service (SABSA) (website:
www.sabsa.aero
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Air Passes
oneworld
Visit South America Pass: valid for unlimited
travel to 34 cities in ten countries: Argentina,
Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Chile (except Easter
Island), Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and
Venezuela. Participating airlines include American
Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA),
Iberia (IB) and LAN (LA). The
pass must be bought outside South America in the
country of residence. A minimum of three flights
must be booked, with a maximum of 20; prices depend
on the amount of flight zones. For further details,
contact one of the participating airlines.
Departure Tax
US$24. Payable
in US Dollars for all non-residents. There is
also a national passenger tax of Bs169 for international
departures.
Getting There by Water
Although
it is a member of the International Maritime Organisation,
Bolivia is wholly landlocked and not served by
cruises. However, it is possible to reach ports
in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Peru
by ship and, from there, there
are rail connections to La Paz or Santa Cruz.
The nearest seaport is Arica
in the extreme north of Chile. There are also
crossings at Port Heath on the Madre de Dios river
(Peru), the Bermejo or Pilcomayo rivers (Argentina)
and from Brasilia to Cobija across to the Acre
River and from Guayaramerin across the Heinez
river (both in Brazil).
Steamers cross Lake Titicaca to the Peruvian
port of Puno from Guaqui, the most important port
on the lake. Situated 90km (56 miles) from La
Paz, it is accessible by road but the journey
is a rough one.
Getting There by Rail
There are
rail connections from Oruro to La Quiaca and Pocitos
(Argentina), and a connection to Corumba (Brazil).
Getting There by Road
The Pan-American
Highway, which links Argentina with Peru and Ecuador,
skirts Bolivian territory from the south to the
northwest. Driving in the rainy season may be
hazardous. Principal highways are generally well-maintained.
All 'getting there' info published with permission
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ROAD DISTANCE TABLE |
| Road distance table Bolivia (in kilometers) |
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| Bermejo |
| 1085 |
Cochabamba |
| 1258 |
496 |
Desaguadero |
| 1165 |
403 |
113 |
La Paz |
| 402 |
228 |
332 |
239 |
Oruro |
| 591 |
532 |
967 |
574 |
335 |
Potosi |
| 1327 |
500 |
996 |
903 |
728 |
774 |
Santa Cruz |
| 719 |
366 |
833 |
740 |
501 |
166 |
608 |
Sucre |
| 207 |
878 |
1051 |
958 |
719 |
384 |
1120 |
512 |
Tarija |
| 401 |
962 |
1135 |
1042 |
803 |
468 |
1204 |
596 |
194 |
Villazon |
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DISTANCE CHARTS: PERSONAL RECORDS |
| Detailed distance chart from our trip
through Bolivia - November / December 2009 (km/alti) |
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altitude (in metres) in brackets |
accomm.: |
km |
altimeters |
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| Border Peru / Kasani |
Copacabana (3850) |
H |
10 |
141 |
| Copacabana |
top climb (4251) |
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11 |
375 |
| top climb |
ferry at Tiquina (3815) |
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28 |
99 |
| ferry at Tiquina |
Huatajata (3824) |
H |
26 |
287 |
| Huatajata |
Huarina (3820) |
H |
12 |
67 |
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H= hotel / hostal / hospedaje
/ alojamiento / residencial |
Click 
here
to see the rest of our trip
through Bolivia
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altitude (in metres)
in brackets |
accomm.: |
km |
altimeters |
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H=
hotel /hostal / hospedaje / alojamiento
/ residencial |
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| Huarina |
Batallas (3839) |
H |
14 |
49 |
| Batallas |
Rio Seco (4079) |
H |
46 |
309 |
| Rio Seco |
El Alto (4085) |
H |
3 |
19 |
| El Alto |
La Paz (3683) |
H |
9 |
28 |
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| La Paz |
El Alto (4085) |
H |
13 |
441 |
| El Alto |
Tholar (3968) |
H |
59 |
335 |
| Tholar |
turn-off Viscachani (H, 3844)) |
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24 |
48 |
| turn-off Viscachani |
Patacamaya (3800) |
H |
7 |
2 |
| Patacamaya |
Sica Sica (3917) |
H |
21 |
157 |
| Sica Sica |
Kokani (3802) |
H |
26 |
44 |
| Kokani |
Panduro (3926) |
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10 |
133 |
| Panduro |
top climb (3960) |
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7 |
65 |
| top climb |
Caracollo (3819) |
H |
24 |
43 |
| Caracollo |
Oruro (3759) |
H |
38 |
70 |
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| Oruro |
Machacamarca (3587) |
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32 |
94 |
| Machacamarca |
Poópo (3605) |
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23 |
65 |
| Poópo |
Pazña (3614) |
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25 |
86 |
| Pazña |
Huancane (3600) |
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14 |
14 |
| Huancane |
Challapata (3631) |
H |
24 |
54 |
| Challapata |
Huari (3659) |
H |
14 |
58 |
| Huari |
Quillacas (3711) |
H |
32 |
136 |
| Quillacas |
Vengalvinto (3651) |
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15 |
21 |
| Vengalvinto |
Tambillo (3719) |
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36 |
297 |
| Tambillo |
Salinas (3682) |
H |
45 |
251 |
| Salinas |
turn off to Lllica (3673) |
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3 |
24 |
| turn off to Llica |
Irpani (3662) |
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14 |
87 |
| Irpani |
Alianza (3748) |
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10 |
152 |
| Alianza |
Tahua (3690) |
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10 |
91 |
| Tahua |
start Salar de Uyuni (3660) |
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3 |
13 |
| start Salar de
Uyuni |
Isla Incahuasi (3660) |
H |
37 |
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| Isla Incahuasi |
dry land south (3660) |
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42 |
-- |
| dry land south |
turn off to Colcha K. (3713) |
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16 |
244 |
| turn off to Colcha
K. |
trun off Julula (3733) |
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3 |
24 |
| turn off Julula |
San Juan de Rosario (3715) |
H |
26 |
143 |
| San Juan de Rosario |
Chiguana (3724) |
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30 |
78 |
| Chiguana |
Avaroa (border Chile,
3740) |
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32 |
149 |
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MAPS AND ROAD CONDITIONS |
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Bolivia Map
by Reise Know-How
scale 1:1 300 000
rip & waterproof
Our experience:
double check all the distances on the map with
the distances above (if you are planning to take
the same route). There are quite a few (big) mistakes
on this map. |
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Bolivia Map
International Travel Maps
scale 1:2 000 000
waterproof |
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| GPS |
Free maps for GPS from
http://viajerosmapas.com/
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COST OF LIVING / MONEY MATTERS |
Bolivia:
all prices in Bolivian Bolivianos (BOB)
| drinks and snacks |
food:
local markets; restaurants; and
stores |
| water (drinking)
water (drinking)
juice
juice
soft drink (bottle)
soft drink (bottle) |
650ml
2.0 litre
200ml
1 litre
500ml
2.0 litre |
2.00
3.50
2.50
5.50
3.00
6.50 |
bread loaf-white
bread loaf-whole grain
dinner rolls-assorted
baguette-large
bagels |
600g
700g
per 5
280g
6 pack |
8.50
10.50
2.00
3.00
11.50 |
local market food
cafe - vegetarian meal
vegetarian cafe
tourist restaurant
breakfast - americano
pizza |
one serving
one serving
set meal
one serving
one serving
familiar |
tba
20-30.00
12.00+
25-40.00
15-22.00
40-60.00 |
beer- local
beer- local
beer- local
wine - bottle
wine - tetra pack |
330ml
620ml
1 litre
750ml
1litre |
5.50
7.50-8.00
12.00
20.00+
tba |
tea
coffee (cafe / bar)
Nescafe instant
coffee - ground |
20 bags
per cup
50g
500g |
3.50
7.00+
11.50
7.50-12.00
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rice (white)
pasta
eggs
tomato paste - tin
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kg
400g
per ½ dozen
140g |
7.50
3.50
5.00
3.50 |
soya milk (fresh)
milk
yoghurt / curd
olives
cheese - mozarella
cheese - local hard
Magnum-like icecream |
1 litre
1 litre
140g
300g
500g
kg
each |
3.00
4.50
2.50
8.00
20.00
30.00+
4.00 |
potatoes
onions
tomatoes
green beans
brocolli
carrots
chuño-dried potatoes |
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
500g |
5.00
7.50
5.50
8.00
7.00
5.00
20.00 |
chips
salted peanuts
castañas-[brazil nuts]
sultanans
habas-[broadbeans]
dried apricots |
260g packet
500g
500g
500g
500g
500g |
12.00
7.00
15.00
10.00
10.00
20.00 |
apples
oranges
bananas
grapes
granadillo
strawberries |
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
500g |
10.00
8.00
4.00
15.00
10.00
10.00 |
cornflakes
chocolate
museli bars
biscuits - plain
biscuits- chocolate |
200g packet
200g block
6x25g
145g packet
132g packet |
12.00
14.00
12.50
3.50
5.00 |
pineapple (can)
oil (corn) |
900g can
450ml |
18.00
5.50 |
peanut paste
jam
honey |
510g jar
300g
230g jar |
33.00
5.00
14.00 |
| * Majority of prices obtained
from the Hipermaxi S.A. supermarket chain found
in La Paz, Cochabamba and Santa Cruz. Street vendor
and market prices can be considerably cheaper if
you shop around. |
| accommodation |
personal |
budget city hostel
city residentia
budget-mid city hotel |
25.00 per dorm bed
30.00+ / person-share bathroom
50-180.00 (double) with bathroom |
deodorant - roll-on
soap
shampoo
toothbrush
toothpaste
disposable razor
toilet paper |
50ml
125g bar
200ml
each
90gl
2 pack
per 2 |
13.50
3.50
10.50
8.00+
5.50
5.00
5.00 |
| camping |
tba |
| internet |
2.00 - 10.00 per hour |
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tba = price to be announced
* December 2009: at time of writing 1.00 USD
= 7.08 BOB
all prices have been taken from internet
resources such as wikitravel, hostel world, leading
supermarket chains, travel blogs, forums and of
course our own travel experiences and purchases
of everyday products in food markets, bazaars
and local shopping facilities. They are only an
indication and designed to give you a general
impression of the cost of living in Bolivia. Items
are geared towards the budget conscious traveller
with an occasional craving for a bit of luxury. |
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A couple of extra tips:
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Haggling
is without a doubt acceptable in Bolivian market
places and especially when purchasing souvenirs
in touristy areas. Buying in bulk will also add
to your bargaining power, so take advantage of
it. |
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Tipping
is not a big part of Bolivian culture and is therefore
not necessarily expected. That said, it is always
appreciated if the service is good. In the bigger
cities with a higher population of tourists, tipping
is slowly becoming the norm. Even high-end establishments
are adding an automatic service charge to the
bill. |
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Taxi drivers do not expect tips in Bolivia, unless
of course you feel like rewarding the brilliant
driving skills that got you to the airport on
time. |
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ACCOMMODATION AND WHERE TO SLEEP |
In cities and
larger towns there is plenty accommodation for
travellers to choose from. Residentias, hospedajes
and hostals are generally the best choice for
the budget minded, while hotels offer a bit more
luxoury. You'll be lucky to find something mid-range
for anything less than 180 Bolivianos for a double.
Beware of the lure of inclusivo desayuno
[breakfast included]: you are likely to walk away
disappointed with the a weak coffee, small glass
of juice, one bread roll, and portion controlled
butter and jam.
The usual South and Central American
room checklist applies in Bolivia too. Ask if
there is hot water all day and whether the television
on display actually works. If you need electricity,
check there are available points in the room and
confirm that they are also operational. More often
than not towels, toilet paper and soap are included
in the cost of your room, but you may need to
ask for these.
Outside the bigger cities, the
basic accommodation can be really abysmal and
if you have the option, you are actually better
off camping wild. Generally you'll get a saggy
wire framed bed in a cement block with no shower
and sometimes no or pretty shameful toilet facilities.
And for this privilege, landlords will ask for
as much as 15 Bolivianos per person. In 2009,
a low budget city residencia went for around 30
Bolivianos per person with a share shower and
toilet, though some of these alojamientos
are extremely small, grotty and with poor security.
Therefore, it pays to shop around for a place
where the owners have a bit more pride and keep
the premises clean albeit the basic nature of
the lodgings.
Camping in Bolivia
It is really easy to camp wild in Bolivia, simply
because there are few large townships and many
wide open spaces in the middle of nowhere. While
it is not always possible, it is advisable to
camp away from the road and keep yourself hidden
from passing traffic. In general though, farmers
and villagers won't bat an eyelid at you setting
up your tent on a patch of land. They'll most
likely wave hello and be on their merry way.
Your biggest concerns are going
to be finding a decent water supply and a windbreak
from the strong westerly winds that can surprise
you at any time of day, but mostly hit in the
afternoon. In the areas near the Salar de Uyuni
and further south you need to plan your trip thoroughly
and carry enough water for anything up to 3 days
of cycling (or trying to cycle). A purifier or
some form of water treatment is a must in the
Bolivian outback.
Cycling in Bolivia
Sorry, this is not yet completed, but coming real
soon: our comprehensive cycling map and route
details through south western Bolivia.
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Acommodation we used while in Bolivia
November / December 2009):
(prices, based on two people sharing, in Bolivian
Bolivianos) |
| Star system explained: from 0 to *****
where 0 is a total disaster and ***** is luxurious
(and out of our price range) |
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Name accommodation: |
Our experience: |
Price: |
Stars: |
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| Batallas |
no name, two blocks from plaza |
dump, no shower |
30 Bollie's |
0 |
| Copacabana |
Hostal Sonia |
good choice, friendly, safe |
50 Bollie's |
*** |
| La Paz |
Hotel Fuentes |
ok, crap breakfast, free internet |
160 Bollie's |
** |
| Oruro |
Hotel Repostero |
very bad service, rude |
170 Bollie's |
0 |
| Oruro |
Residencial Ideal |
simple but clean, friendly |
60 Bollie's |
**½ |
| San Juan de Rosario |
Hospedaje Max |
good room, sometimes electricity |
80 Bollie's |
** |
| Tholar |
Hotel Gran Poder |
overpriced, grumpy |
100 Bollie's |
*½ |
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FOOD, DRINK AND VEGETARIAN FARE |
| Bolivian
cuisine is not going to get vegetarians dancing
merrily round the dinner table. Like other South
American countries, many of the ingredients and
cooking methods are similar depending whether
you are at high altitudes on the altiplano or
lower in the Amazon jungle. By and large though,
potatoes, corn, rice, quinoa, aji peppers and
plenty of meat make up the staple diet. Humitas
(similar to the Mexican tamale) and dishes using
chuño: a traditional freeze dried potato
from the Andes region are common.
Quinoa [keen-wah] also
grows at high altitude and has been part of Bolivian
cuisine for centuries. This robust plant brought
sustenance to those living in the harsh conditions
in altiplano regions. The grain has a similar
nutty flavour to couscous, though in texture crunchier
and a little firmer. Cooking methods are the same
and for those seeking a protein boost, this is
certainly the grain for you.
The concept of vegetarianism
is not well understood and non-meat eaters will
need to be constantly on their toes to check whether
animal products have been incorporated in the
meal or not. As a rule, soups and stews are frequently
made with meat stock, but you will be able to
order arroz [rice], papas [potato]
or yucca [sweet potato], queso
[cheese], huevos fritos [fried egg] and
ensalada [salad] in most local cafes.
Not the most culinary of choices, but filling
at least. |
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VEGETARIAN TALK
- Spanish |
Soy vegetariano/a
= I am vegetarian m/f |
No como...ni... = I don't
eat...nor...
Yo como...y... = I eat...and...
No quiero...o... = I
don't want...or... |
carne = meat
cerdo or puerco = pork
pollo [poh-yo] = chicken
pescado = fish
huevos = eggs
leche = milk
lácteos = milk
products
queso = cheese
vedura = vegetables
fruta (fresca) = (fresh)
fruit |
Quiero... = I want...
Quisiera un plato que lleve...
=
I want a dish containing ... |
| por favor
= please
gracias = thank you
de nada = you're welcome
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In the larger cities like La Paz, Sucre,
and Santa Cruz, there are more options for vegetarian
eating. Firstly the restaurant scene is varied and secondly,
the supermarkets are larger and are well stocked with
fresh fruit and vegetables. The central market place
is also another place well worth going to if you want
supplies for self catering.
As far as restaurants go, there are
many to chose from and
HappyCow
has a list of some on offer. Beware though, many of
the vegetarian buffets and tiendas naturas
[health shops] are open for lunch only. If you
are in La Paz and feel like splurging on something different
then The Star of India Curry House on Calle
Cochabamba 170 has several delicious choices on
their menu. And then there is always the vegetarian's
safety-net-dinner in South America: the pizza. The best
in town has to be Pizza la Mia on Calle
Illampu 809. They also hit the jackpot with vegans
by selling tasty falafels as well.
Out of the more populated areas, food
is not as readily available and even more remote townships
have only packaged and tinned products for sale. So,
it pays to stock up well on all the favourite food items
in the larger cities.
Water is not really reliable in Bolivia,
so to be on the safe side: either filter or treat the
tap water or purchase bottled water, which is easily
found in populated areas. Rural towns also stock bottled
water, but if you are heading off the beaten track,
then it can be hard to find a decent water source.
See our detailed map under the cycling
in Bolivia section on this page for more details on
water supplies in remote areas in the southwest of Bolivia.
(SOON!)
Herbal teas are popular in Bolivia
and none more so than maté de coca [coca
leaf tea]. It not only assists in acclimatisation, but
depresses hunger and fatigue as well. Another favourite,
drunk mostly at breakfast is apí : a
tasty hot beverage made from corn, lemon, cloves and
cinnamon. Licuados, vitamised fruit juices
with either water or milk are just as fashionable here
as anywhere in South America. And it goes without saying
that so is the cerverza [beer]. The most widespread
brands being Paceña and Huari.
| Why not try these
for starters? |
Papa a la Huancaína
Popular in both Peru and Bolivia, this traditional
side dish is commonly served at room temperature.
Imagine some of the creamiest boiled potatoes
smothered in a slightly spicy peanut sauce, served
with a boiled egg and garnished with lettuce and
black olives. Sounds more like a meal really.
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Empanadas de Queso
Turnover shaped pastries filled with cheese and
either baked or deep fried until golden brown.
An uncomplicated but satisfying snack available
from street vendors, bakeries and corner stores. |
Chuño [Tunta]
Phuti
This simple but hearty dish uses the dehydrated-frozen
potato so commonly seen in grocery stores throughout
Bolivia and Peru. It couldn't be easier than scrambling
eggs with a basic tomato sauce and combine boiled
chuño wedges. Finish off with freshly crumbled
queso fresa [fresh cheese] on top. |
Sopa de Mani
An all time favourite and typical to Bolivian
cuisine, sopa de mani is a nourishing
soup combining peanuts cabbage and chickpeas.
Topped off with crusty bread or a plate of steamed
rice, you'll be in for a flavoursome treat. Non-meat
eaters will need to make sure that the stock used
is not animal based, however this meal is often
prepared only with the use of vegetables. |
Cocadas
Commonly known in the west as coconut macaroons,
these Bolivian cookies come with the added flavour
of sesame seeds. For the most tasty, head straight
to the local panaderia [bakery]. |
Leche Asada
Translated literally as roasted milk, this is Bolivia's
answer to creme brulee. A delicious baked egg custard
that will turn your day completely around. Promise! |
Chuflay
Add a little zip to your afternoon with this cocktail
fashioned from Singani, a grape liquor
mixed with Sprite or ginger ale and garnished with
wedge of lime. Tangy, refreshing and a perfect relaxant. |
Chicha
This sour alcoholic brew is fermented from corn
and traditionally drunk from a hollowed gourd,
which by the way is impossible to set down due
to its rounded bottom. Stands to reason then that
it is not hard to become a little merry from this
potent liquor. But remember, spilling a bit of
chica on the ground is no disgrace in
Bolivia: it is actually the custom to do so before
and after drinking it as an offering to the celebrated
Inca earth goddess: Pachamama. |
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BIKE SHOPS |
Star system explained (no stars means we haven't been
able to rate this store (yet):
* local shop, basic low end parts
** bike shop with choice of standard (big brand) bike
parts
*** great store, big brands, choice of middle and top
end goods and services
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| La Paz |
Gravity Bolivia
bike maintenance and supply store **
Calle Victor Sanjinez 3050 B
Sopocachi
La Paz
Tel: 719 89239 (ask for Gustavo or Fernando)
E-mail:
gravityalmacen@hotmail.com
Gravity Bolivia Office (no shop,
only for info)
Av. 16 de Julio #1490
Edificio Avenida
Plata Baja, Oficina #10
La Paz, Bolivia
tel: (591) 2231 3849
fax: (591) 2231 0023 |
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Our experience (December 2009):
Gravity Bolivia is a bike touring
company with over a hundred mountain bikes.
For this they have quite a big bike maintenance
store (with nine service stations). Here you
can buy parts from. But, most of the gear is
used for off-roading and downhill, so you won't
be able to find that slick tyre that you are
looking for; they just don't stock that kind
of stuff. But enough cables, pumps, shifters
etc. Probably the only shop in town that sells
high quality gear...
Call first to see if there is anybody there
and to make an appointment; ask for Gustavo
(chief mechanic) or Fernando (manager).
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