Top Things to do in Potosi Department
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Discover the best top things to do in Potosi Department, Bolivia including Salar de Uyuni, Laguna Colorada, Cerro Rico, Laguna Verde, Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve of Andean Fauna, Santa Teresa Convent Museum - Convento Museo Santa Teresa, San Francisco of Potosi Convent and Temple, San Lorenzo Church, Tunupa Volcano, Torotoro National Park.
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1. Salar de Uyuni
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,137 reviews
The world's largest salt plain is a popular and scenic destination for tour groups.
Reviewed By Shl0miG - Tel Aviv, Israel
Without a doubt one of the most stunning and special places in the world we have toured, it is advisable to book a three-day tour well in advance from one of the leading companies in the area, rather than from small companies.
2. Laguna Colorada
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 328 reviews
Reviewed By ElliaD - Paris, France
The type of landscape you've never seen before. It's stunning. The red-ish color of the water create an extraordinary scenery. One to see in a lifetime!
3. Cerro Rico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 710 reviews
This silver mining site dates back to the Spanish colonial era.
Reviewed By Juanito_Hayburg - El Paso, United States
My first time going to the Southernmost community in the Americas [turn around point: Puerto WilliamsCHILE] was incorporated into my overall “Tierra del Fuego” odyssey, which began when my wife dropped me off in Centro ElPasoTX-USA and I Gimpwalked across Puente Santa Fe into magnificent Mexico! The red-eye from CJS took me to MEX then onto LIM, from where I made my way to Pto. WilliamsCHILE by various means. My intention was to primarily stay at/close to sea level until moving Northward, when I would ascend to the Altiplano/acclimatize to AMS (usually takes me about 24-hours) and remain at altitude for a month or so, primarily to explore beautiful Bolivia. So, by the time I arrived in Potosí, I needed a decent night’s sleep to complete acclimating and the highly recommended KOALA DEN HOSTEL was the place for me, arriving by taxi/colectivo 07MAR2020. Unfortunately, it has no grab bars/handrails/ramps at the entrance and the risers on the steps are quite steep—any traveller more disabled than me (I use a stick) would not stay here. Fortunately, JULIO (a former miner) was in charge and welcomed me into the Den, quickly assigning me to a bottom bunk in the dorm. I had great doubts I’d be able to stay, but Julio & the best brekkie I think I’ve ever had at a hostel convinced me otherwise. Featured prominently was a poster advertising the KOALA MINE TOUR, and, though I’m a bit claustrophobic, I was intrigued and realized that this was THE reason I came here: to explore/understand the essence of Potosí. I committed myself to going, and am so glad I did because the tour is far more than spending two hours in an enclosed space! On 08MAR2020, Ayer the great brekkie, we [I & three others(Christine & Anthony, Hong Kong; Ahmedeo, SpanishItalian) we’re escorted to the bus & great guide RONALD, who gave expert commentary (in English) throughout the 4-5 hour session. Despite my inability to continue far into the diminishing tunnel space—claustrophobia not withstanding—my great problem was not being able to bend my body enough to avoid continuous contact with the rock-hard overhead (good thing hard hats were provided!), and had to backtrack the 15-20 minutes progress, I felt immense satisfaction with the entire experience. So will you! I highly recommend this and it certainly has my coveted “iWheel of Approval!”
4. Laguna Verde
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 581 reviews
The famous "green lake."
Reviewed By Unelma333 - Karlsruhe, Germany
This was the last stop at our 3-day Uyuni tour before reaching the Chilean border. The lake has a beautiful green colour and it is a great photo opportunity together with Licancabur volcano in the background. There were more impressive lagoons on this trip (above all Laguna Colorada), but still certainly worth a visit. Perhaps I missed the flamingos - there are none here as the water contains arsenic.
5. Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve of Andean Fauna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 317 reviews
This sprawling grassy preserve is home to three rare species of flamingo.
Reviewed By antwerp88 - Toronto, Canada
The Eduardo Avaroa national Reserve of Andean Fauna is a landscape of breathtaking beauty. It is located in SW Bolivia and part of the Altiplanico area - high altitude and dry. Most people traveling from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama will pass through this reserve - sublime landscapes, flamingos, lagunas (of different colors), and wildlife. Easily one of the most stunning landscapes I have ever seen.
6. Santa Teresa Convent Museum - Convento Museo Santa Teresa
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4.5 based on 159 reviews
A three-hour tour takes you into the daily lives of the nuns who inhabited this convent beginning in 1691 and shows you galleries filled with art, antiques and hand-painted porcelain dishes.
Reviewed By TheBirdSpokane
Joined a very informative (spanish) tour that lasted for a good 1.5 hours. Fascinating convent. Beautifully restored. Lots of history. The nuns now live in a building next door. You can by coffee and sweets that they make in the cafe downstairs and there is also a gift shop.
7. San Francisco of Potosi Convent and Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Architecture buffs will appreciate these two buildings: the convent for its outstanding example of 16th-century religious architecture and the church for its symbolic cupolas. A walk around the grounds reveals incredible catacombs and beautiful colonial art.
Reviewed By beppo81 - Antwerp, Belgium
This Church, nice to visit if you manage to understand how to join a guided tour (erratic opening hours) is interesting but the main attraction is the roof where you can spend 20 minutes and get the best views of Potosi and Cerro Rico. Not to be missed. It is only two blocks from the main square.
8. San Lorenzo Church
9. Tunupa Volcano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By TBIRDMAN
We did a one day trip fro Uyuni , Bolivia. It was a beautiful ride across the salt flats . We visited a small museum at the little town at the base and then drove up to the level where you park and take a very easy hike to see the mummies . If one desires you can hike to the top . We used a private guide called Luis Fernando who was a perfect English speaking guide .
10. Torotoro National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By viesturs2015 - Riga Region, Latvia
Tour to Torotoro national park with El Mundo Verde Travel Bolivia will give you unique experience to feel Bolivia from different wiew point - you can feel and enjoy unique mountains, local rural area and the lifestyle of Bolivian people from ages. There is no crowds and you will enjoy the atmosphere and hospitality of locals. Strongly recommend to take individual tour with Remy van den Berg (El Mundo Verde). Area is very remote and there is no option to visit Torotoro without tour. Tour is provided by jeep suitable for small group.
