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Discover the best top things to do in Potosi, Bolivia including Cerro Rico, Torotoro National Park, Hidalgo Tours, Koala Bolivia, Big Deal Tours.
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1. 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!”
2. 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.
3. Hidalgo Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Hidalgo Tours was established on 1979. Its founder, Juan Quesada, saw great potential within organized tourism in the southern area of Bolivia, especially Salar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flat) and the colored lagoons. Since then, it has become a pioneering and leading company in the market, offering specialized and private tours of the entire southern region of Bolivia, including the colonial cities of Potosi an Sucre.
4. Koala Bolivia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 179 reviews
5. Big Deal Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 289 reviews
