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Yes.
Yes.
Visas are “usually” available at the airport. However, it is recommended to get your visa before departing to go to Bolivia because it is possible to be refused entry into the country if you do not have a visa upon arrival. You can apply for a visa at the Bolivian consulate.
Visas are “usually” available at the airport. However, it is recommended to get your visa before departing to go to Bolivia because it is possible to be refused entry into the country if you do not have a visa upon arrival. You can apply for a visa at the Bolivian consulate.
The Bolivia currency is the boliviano.
The Bolivia currency is the boliviano.
United States currency is often accepted. However, using boliviano’s is recommended when possible because the exchange rate for US currency fluctuates and oftentimes the best rate is not offered. If you do use American dollars, they usually have to be in pristine condition, with no blemishes or even the smallest of tears.
United States currency is often accepted. However, using boliviano’s is recommended when possible because the exchange rate for US currency fluctuates and oftentimes the best rate is not offered. If you do use American dollars, they usually have to be in pristine condition, with no blemishes or even the smallest of tears.
There are currency exchanges throughout many of the major cities and at the airport. Major banks can also do conversions, however they will often refuse to do so unless you have a bank account with them and if they will do it it will usually involve a fee. Using ATMs is often the easiest and safest way to get local currency. The ATM’s bank will charge a fee and you should check with your bank to determine what fees they may charge. Some United States banks can charge exorbitant fees for using an international ATM and some charge a conversion fee. It is highly recommended that you discuss your specific travel plans with your bank and plan accordingly. We also recommend having at least two different ATM cards from different banks (if possible) in case one is lost, damaged, or unusable.
There are currency exchanges throughout many of the major cities and at the airport. Major banks can also do conversions, however they will often refuse to do so unless you have a bank account with them and if they will do it it will usually involve a fee. Using ATMs is often the easiest and safest way to get local currency. The ATM’s bank will charge a fee and you should check with your bank to determine what fees they may charge. Some United States banks can charge exorbitant fees for using an international ATM and some charge a conversion fee. It is highly recommended that you discuss your specific travel plans with your bank and plan accordingly. We also recommend having at least two different ATM cards from different banks (if possible) in case one is lost, damaged, or unusable.
There will often be a minimum purchase required to use a credit card and are rarely accepted for small purchases. Many places will charge a percentage fee for using credit cards. In general, credit cards can be used in larger stores in the larger cities. Fees and conversion rates vary greatly between banks, so, it is highly recommended that you research the fees associated with using your credit card internationally with the specific bank provider before traveling. Although American Express and Discover are often unknown by local vendors, they are often accepted where credit cards are accepted.
There will often be a minimum purchase required to use a credit card and are rarely accepted for small purchases. Many places will charge a percentage fee for using credit cards. In general, credit cards can be used in larger stores in the larger cities. Fees and conversion rates vary greatly between banks, so, it is highly recommended that you research the fees associated with using your credit card internationally with the specific bank provider before traveling. Although American Express and Discover are often unknown by local vendors, they are often accepted where credit cards are accepted.
Travelers checks have fallen out of favor and are often impossible or complicated to use.
Travelers checks have fallen out of favor and are often impossible or complicated to use.
Many of the meals are included in the tour price. A lunch in Bolivia can range from a few dollars to $20 or more depending on where you choose to eat. Many places will only have small restaurants where the $3 range is common. However, in the larger cities especially in the tourist areas, the prices can be significantly more expensive. Dinner prices are typically slightly more expensive than lunch, however alcoholic drinks can significantly increase the price.
Many of the meals are included in the tour price. A lunch in Bolivia can range from a few dollars to $20 or more depending on where you choose to eat. Many places will only have small restaurants where the $3 range is common. However, in the larger cities especially in the tourist areas, the prices can be significantly more expensive. Dinner prices are typically slightly more expensive than lunch, however alcoholic drinks can significantly increase the price.
Rainy season in Bolivia can make some places inaccessible. GBT does not coordinate Joinable tours during the rainy season for the Bolivian Amazon jungle because strict schedules are hard to maintain due to fluctuating availability of flights and other means of transportation. However, you can arrange a Private tour in the rainy season and there are many rewards for traveling then – such as fewer tourists, and the ability to see more wildlife due to increased access by boats. In the salt flats rainy season allows for the incredible mirrored effect that creates dream-like scenes. We strive to provide as much access to as many areas as can be safely reached and adjust the itinerary to include
Rainy season in Bolivia can make some places inaccessible. GBT does not coordinate Joinable tours during the rainy season for the Bolivian Amazon jungle because strict schedules are hard to maintain due to fluctuating availability of flights and other means of transportation. However, you can arrange a Private tour in the rainy season and there are many rewards for traveling then – such as fewer tourists, and the ability to see more wildlife due to increased access by boats. In the salt flats rainy season allows for the incredible mirrored effect that creates dream-like scenes. We strive to provide as much access to as many areas as can be safely reached and adjust the itinerary to include
Foul weather gear is provided for some optional excursions
Foul weather gear is provided for some optional excursions
Roads in Bolivia are not well maintained outside of major cities. Even within some parts of major cities the roads are dirt and often difficult to navigate. Flooding can make roads impassible. Our tour itineraries minimize surface travel in areas known for problematic road conditions. However, there are often no easily accessible alternative routes when there are major road closures.
Roads in Bolivia are not well maintained outside of major cities. Even within some parts of major cities the roads are dirt and often difficult to navigate. Flooding can make roads impassible. Our tour itineraries minimize surface travel in areas known for problematic road conditions. However, there are often no easily accessible alternative routes when there are major road closures.
For the overlanding portion of Bolivia tours we utilize third party suppliers and the majority of the vehicles are Toyota Land Cruisers or similar type vehicles.
For the overlanding portion of Bolivia tours we utilize third party suppliers and the majority of the vehicles are Toyota Land Cruisers or similar type vehicles.
Spanish as well as Quechua are widely spoken in Bolivia. There are over 35 languages recognized as national languages in the country.
Spanish as well as Quechua are widely spoken in Bolivia. There are over 35 languages recognized as national languages in the country.
The Tour Hosts for joinable tours speak English, Spanish, and often additional languages. The local guides often speak English, however in some areas, the Tour Host will translate the local guides commentary. For Private tours, other tour language options are available.
The Tour Hosts for joinable tours speak English, Spanish, and often additional languages. The local guides often speak English, however in some areas, the Tour Host will translate the local guides commentary. For Private tours, other tour language options are available.
Street food in Bolivia is plentiful and often delicious! It is always a good idea to look at the options available and try to determine where the locals are going because that is usually a good indicator of food quality and value. Uncooked foods such as fruits and vegetables should be washed using vinegar before eating.
Street food in Bolivia is plentiful and often delicious! It is always a good idea to look at the options available and try to determine where the locals are going because that is usually a good indicator of food quality and value. Uncooked foods such as fruits and vegetables should be washed using vinegar before eating.
No. Any water to be consumed should be purchased. Some people will use the tap water for things like brushing their teeth and have no problems, however, it is recommended to use bottled water even for brushing your teeth.
No. Any water to be consumed should be purchased. Some people will use the tap water for things like brushing their teeth and have no problems, however, it is recommended to use bottled water even for brushing your teeth.
The documentation required is subject to change and it is the guest’s responsibility to understand the requirements and comply with them. We recommend checking the US State Department’s website for up to date Visa documentation requirements.
The documentation required is subject to change and it is the guest’s responsibility to understand the requirements and comply with them. We recommend checking the US State Department’s website for up to date Visa documentation requirements.
A public tour is open for anyone meeting the age requirements to join a pre-designated tour with other guests based on set dates and capped at a maximum of 10 guests. A private tour uses one of the set public/joinable tour itineraries, however there are no age restrictions or total guest limits and all guests must be approved by the person(s) organizing it. A custom tour is a private tour that does not use one of the joinable itineraries.
A public tour is open for anyone meeting the age requirements to join a pre-designated tour with other guests based on set dates and capped at a maximum of 10 guests. A private tour uses one of the set public/joinable tour itineraries, however there are no age restrictions or total guest limits and all guests must be approved by the person(s) organizing it. A custom tour is a private tour that does not use one of the joinable itineraries.
Traveling with the group could be one or more drivers, a Tour Host and one or more local guides. Public/Joinable tours have a maximum of 10 guests and probably average 8 guests. Private tours including Custom tours can be any size group.
Traveling with the group could be one or more drivers, a Tour Host and one or more local guides. Public/Joinable tours have a maximum of 10 guests and probably average 8 guests. Private tours including Custom tours can be any size group.
Tours are made available in other languages by utilizing a multilingual Tour Host. tours are available in Japanese, German, Italian, French, and other languages based on availability.
Tours are made available in other languages by utilizing a multilingual Tour Host. tours are available in Japanese, German, Italian, French, and other languages based on availability.
Public/Joinable tours are the only tours with minimum age requirements – all guests must be at least 21 years old at the start of the tour or 15 or over at the start of the tour traveling with a parent or guardian. There are no GBT regulations regarding minimum ages for Private tours including Custom tours.
Public/Joinable tours are the only tours with minimum age requirements – all guests must be at least 21 years old at the start of the tour or 15 or over at the start of the tour traveling with a parent or guardian. There are no GBT regulations regarding minimum ages for Private tours including Custom tours.
For any prospective guest over the age of 70 at the tour start date must have verification by a doctor that they are physically fit for the tour requirements. For all Private tours including custom tours, there are no age restrictions.
For any prospective guest over the age of 70 at the tour start date must have verification by a doctor that they are physically fit for the tour requirements. For all Private tours including custom tours, there are no age restrictions.
The countries in which GBT travels do not enjoy the same regulations that require amenities to support wheelchairs and other assisted mobility devices. The vehicles used for Public/Joinable tours are not set up to accommodate mobility restrictions, so we are only able to accommodate mobility restricted guests on Private tours including Custom tours.
The countries in which GBT travels do not enjoy the same regulations that require amenities to support wheelchairs and other assisted mobility devices. The vehicles used for Public/Joinable tours are not set up to accommodate mobility restrictions, so we are only able to accommodate mobility restricted guests on Private tours including Custom tours.
Private tours can an utilize itinerary based on Joinable tours or customized the itinerary for specific interests within destination countries. those traveling in the private groups will be regulated by whomever is responsible for the tour.
Private tours can an utilize itinerary based on Joinable tours or customized the itinerary for specific interests within destination countries. those traveling in the private groups will be regulated by whomever is responsible for the tour.
Tour prices are based on there being two people in each room. Therefore anyone traveling solo will need to pay a fee, a Single Supplement, for having a private room. There is no additional cost for any other component of the tour and this is in no way a penalty. You can think of it this way, if you and your partner were to get a $100 a night hotel room, it would cost each of you $50. If only you stayed in the same room, you would pay $100. That is exactly what we do when determining a Single Supplement rate, we are simply adding the full cost of the room into the tour price.
Tour prices are based on there being two people in each room. Therefore anyone traveling solo will need to pay a fee, a Single Supplement, for having a private room. There is no additional cost for any other component of the tour and this is in no way a penalty. You can think of it this way, if you and your partner were to get a $100 a night hotel room, it would cost each of you $50. If only you stayed in the same room, you would pay $100. That is exactly what we do when determining a Single Supplement rate, we are simply adding the full cost of the room into the tour price.
There are no age restrictions for Private tours including Custom tours. For Joinable tours, all guests must be 21 years old or older by the start of the tour or 15 or older by the start of the tour and accompanied by a parent or guardian (guardian must be 21 or over). A parent or guardian can accompany two guests under the age of 21.
There are no age restrictions for Private tours including Custom tours. For Joinable tours, all guests must be 21 years old or older by the start of the tour or 15 or older by the start of the tour and accompanied by a parent or guardian (guardian must be 21 or over). A parent or guardian can accompany two guests under the age of 21.
Prospective guests can look at the Is This Tour Right for Me sections of any tour to get a better understanding of what the tour entails to make a personal assessment regarding its appropriateness based on the guest’s requirements.
Prospective guests can look at the Is This Tour Right for Me sections of any tour to get a better understanding of what the tour entails to make a personal assessment regarding its appropriateness based on the guest’s requirements.
All guests should consult with their physician prior to booking the tour to better ensure that a tour itinerary is appropriate.
All guests should consult with their physician prior to booking the tour to better ensure that a tour itinerary is appropriate.
Most itinerary excursions that include traveling by boat can be skipped by guests (the Bolivia Grand and Jungle & Mountains Tours have major boat-based components and are therefore unsuitable for guests wanting to avoid traveling by boat). There are alternative excursions set up in case weather or water conditions prevent the water-based excursion. So, if a guest wanted to skip the components involving boats, they can simply enjoy free time to explore on their own or if sufficient notices given, an alternative itinerary could be set up for them at an additional cost. The enjoyment and comfort of all guests must be considered and if a guest is constantly sick while in vehicles, it can cause other guests to be uncomfortable, and the guest might be asked to leave the tour. It is therefore recommended that someone prone to car sickness look into a Private tour instead of a Public/Joinable tour so that the itinerary can be adjusted to accommodate the guest that is prone to car sickness if required.
Most itinerary excursions that include traveling by boat can be skipped by guests (the Bolivia Grand and Jungle & Mountains Tours have major boat-based components and are therefore unsuitable for guests wanting to avoid traveling by boat). There are alternative excursions set up in case weather or water conditions prevent the water-based excursion. So, if a guest wanted to skip the components involving boats, they can simply enjoy free time to explore on their own or if sufficient notices given, an alternative itinerary could be set up for them at an additional cost. The enjoyment and comfort of all guests must be considered and if a guest is constantly sick while in vehicles, it can cause other guests to be uncomfortable, and the guest might be asked to leave the tour. It is therefore recommended that someone prone to car sickness look into a Private tour instead of a Public/Joinable tour so that the itinerary can be adjusted to accommodate the guest that is prone to car sickness if required.
On tours all breakfasts, some lunches and some dinners are provided. If we know in advance about specific dietary restrictions we can often accommodate them for the meals that we provide. However, strict restrictions requiring absolute separation of ingredients from the source can usually not be accommodated on Joinable tours. However, they can most often be accommodated on Private tours where locations can be specifically selected for the requested diets. In larger cities, there are restaurants and supermarkets that can usually provide food suitable for most diets. accessing those markets including transportation to and from them are the sole responsibility of the guest. Some of the locations that GBT goes to are remote and, therefore, have limited food options. In those instances, guests can prepare by shopping in the larger cities that are visited and we will provide a cooler for the transportation of a modest amount of guest food.
On tours all breakfasts, some lunches and some dinners are provided. If we know in advance about specific dietary restrictions we can often accommodate them for the meals that we provide. However, strict restrictions requiring absolute separation of ingredients from the source can usually not be accommodated on Joinable tours. However, they can most often be accommodated on Private tours where locations can be specifically selected for the requested diets. In larger cities, there are restaurants and supermarkets that can usually provide food suitable for most diets. accessing those markets including transportation to and from them are the sole responsibility of the guest. Some of the locations that GBT goes to are remote and, therefore, have limited food options. In those instances, guests can prepare by shopping in the larger cities that are visited and we will provide a cooler for the transportation of a modest amount of guest food.
For Public/Joinable tours you should expect to get your luggage from the transportation to your hotel room yourself. Many of the hotels will not have elevators. For Private tours including Custom tours luggage service can be included.
For Public/Joinable tours you should expect to get your luggage from the transportation to your hotel room yourself. Many of the hotels will not have elevators. For Private tours including Custom tours luggage service can be included.
Yes, on Private tours including Custom tours. However, on Joinable tours they are not allowed.
Yes, on Private tours including Custom tours. However, on Joinable tours they are not allowed.
