BOLIVIA TRAVEL TOURS, POTOSI, COCHABAMBA, SANTA CRUZ, BOLIVIA HOTELS DISCOUNT RESERVATIONS

Do I need a visa?
Travelers with a US or Canadian passport do not need a visa. Visit (www.embassy.org/embassies/bo.html) for entry requirements if your passport is from another country; or (http://travel.state.gov/foreignentryreqs.html) for further details pertaining to US citizens.

Is my passport valid?
Your passport must be valid at least 6 months following the end of your trip for entry into Bolivia. If it expires sooner, you must get a renewal (http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/get_840.html).

Do I need any shots?
No vaccinations are required for travel to Bolivia from the USA. Call the CDC Travelers' Hot Line at 888-232-3228 or visit the website (www.cdc.gov/travel). Most travelers receive innoculations for Hepatitis A, Typhoid Fever and Tetanus. If traveling to the Amazon region, you should consider Malaria prophylaxis and Yellow fever.

When is my balance due?
Your land balance and local flight payment is due 60 days prior to departure. If you are paying by American Express or participating on a custom trip, the balance is due at 90 days. An invoice will be sent with your Pre-departure Packet.

Will I be met at the airport?
Yes, if you arrive according to schedule or have arranged extra transfers through our office. Meeting instructions and local contact information will be given with your Final Documents.

How much money should I bring?
Depending on the length of your trip, plan to bring $300-600 per person for spending money, tips, airport taxes and those meals not included in the itinerary.

Should I bring cash or traveler's checks?
Cash is the easiest to exchange and most places accept US dollars, traveler's checks are also OK. Visit (www.oanda.com/converter/classic) for current exchange rates.

Are ATM machines available?
Yes. There are ATM machines in the main cities such as La Paz and Santa Cruz. We recommend using the ones located inside some hotels, stores, restaurants or banks. Be cautious as some thieves may watch these machines and target tourists and others who take out large amounts of cash. Consult with your guide for safety recommendations on ATM’s or exchanging money.

Is Bolivia safe?
We consider Bolivia a safe destination. After more than 15 years of operating trips to Bolivia, our travelers have never experienced a problem with safety, whether in the cities or trekking routes. You can receive an updated Consular Information Sheet from the US State Department's website (http://travel.state.gov/travel/warnings.html)

What will the weather be like?
Cool/cold in the Altiplano (Lake Titicaca & La Paz) with daytime highs in the upper 60's and nighttime lows between 28°F and 36°F. Visit (http://weather.yahoo.com/regional/SOUTHAM.html) for current temperatures and forecasts.