BOLIVIA: ACTIVITIES

Bolivia has much to offer the adventure traveler. Several white water rivers located in the eastern parts of the Bolivian Andes offer great opportunity for rafting and kayaking. These white waters range from mild beginner to highly technical grade V waves. Along the Royal Mountain range on the northeastern border of Bolivia offer memorable kayaking opportunities.

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The Madidi National Park is one of the world’s most biologically diverse reserves. Here the wildlife is abundant and varied, with sightings of monkeys, tamarinds and river otters a common occurrence. There are also possibilities of spotting tapirs, capybaras, caiman and jaguar.

Offroad and mountain biking in Bolivia is a great activity for the adventurous traveler. The dirt paths lead you to through multi colored canyons and hills with breath taking view of the Andes and Cordillera.

Bolivia is a great destination for trekkers and mountain climbers with a variety of climbing options. Trekking along the ancient Inca trail in the Apolobamba mountain range is a popular tourist activity. There are several choices of peaks for mountain climbers including Condoriri, Pequeno Alpamayo, Huayna Potosi and Illimani. Climbing to altitudes of 12,000-16,000 feet is challenging and requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness with some preparatory climbing to reach up to 18,000 feet.

Fishing is also very popular in Bolivia. Trout, pacú, and dorados are abundant. There are several tours for freshwater game fish like the Peacock Bass locally known as Tucunare.