Travel Tips

Latin American Travel Guide

Do not to refer to rural Bolivians as campesinos rather than Indians, which is considered an insult.

Try to not exercise as soon as you get there; remember that La Paz is the highest capital in the world. It will take some time to get your lungs adjusted to the altitude.

Departure Tax

US$25

Food

Bolivians have a fine cuisine, try their meats and their international restaurants local restaurants are OK.

Beer: Paceña

National Drink: Chicha

Tips 10%

Drinking age 18.

Nightlife

La Paz has many nightclubs, which generally open around midnight. There are also numerous whiskerias, local bars

Passports

Valid passport required

Visas

1. All nationals traveling on business do need a Specific Purpose visa.

2. 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).

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