Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP
QUECHUA-SPEAKING BOLIVIAN;
MOUNT CHACALTAYA
;
TREKKING
When to go
Generally speaking, climate varies much more as a result of altitude and topography than
it does between different seasons. Nevertheless, there are clear-cut seasonal differences.
Winter
(
invierno
) runs between May and October: this is the
dry season
, and in many ways
the best time tovisit, thoughit'salso the highseason fortourism, sosome prices will behigh-
er and attractions busier. In the
highlands
it's noticeably colder at night, particularly in June
and July. The days are slightly shorter, but usually sunny, and the skies crystal clear, making
this the best time of year for trekking and climbing. Winter is also the best time for visiting
the hot and humid
lowlands
, when temperatures are generally slightly (but pleasantly) lower,
