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Arriving in Bolivia
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El Alto International Airport, La Paz
It's very high (4050m).
Taxi is B$50 (US$7) to the airport from the city center. Minibuses are B$6 (US$1) during
the day.
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Viru-Viru International Airport, Santa Cruz
Buses are the way to go. Taxi is B$70 (US$10) to the airport from the city center.
Minibuses are B$3 (US$0.50) during the day.
Don't Leave Home Without
Bolivia is a tough travel destination. Specific travel warnings are included within the chapters. Make sure you are
prepared before your trip by checking the visa situation and travel advisories, and packing the following:
»Proof of vaccination for yellow fever; first aid kit and bug spray
»Copy of your passport and of your travel insurance policy
»Plug adapter for your camera battery charger
»Binoculars for wildlife watching, plus an all-purpose knife or tool and a headlamp
»A little extra cash to pay for emergencies or once-in-a-lifetime trips
»Sunscreen and a hat for high altitudes; warm clothes and a rain jacket year-round
»Ear plugs for disco nights you want to sleep through and a pack lock or other lug-
gage security for peace of mind
»Sense of humor - your patience and courage will be tested in queues and on buses
