How to Find Luxury Hotels In Bolivia

A small nation deep in South America, Bolivia has some of the most breathtaking tropical scenery in the world. Bolivia shares the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, with neighboring Peru and is home to a portion of the Amazon rain forest.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• A passport.

Sleep Like Royalty in Bolivia

1. To book accommodations, contact Bolivia Viceministry of Tourism at 011 ([phone] or visit the Web site (see Resources below). Reach for the sky. The city of La Paz, at two miles above sea level, is the highest city in the world. It is also home to some spectacular five-star hotels, the ultimate in luxury accommodations.
2. Don't judge a book by its cover. Many of the hotels in Bolivia are in older buildings. They may not be impressive outside, but within their perimeter walls can be beautiful gardens and courtyards, giant swimming pools and some of the best luxury accommodations in the country.
3. Follow your stomach. The best luxury accommodations in Bolivia will have a gourmet restaurant attached to them. Some even offer catering.
4. Find adventure in the jungle. Bolivia's rainforests make it a popular destination for eco-tourists. Some of the accommodations nestled in these lush forests are both environmentally friendly and luxurious, with natural pools and well-appointed cabanas.

Experience Bolivia

5. Visit Bolivia's desert made of salt. This fascinating salt desert has some of the most unearthly landscapes on the planet.
6. See the ruins. Bolivia has an impressive array of Inca ruins throughout the country. Be sure to get out and see some of them for an up-close and personal dose of history.
7. Get a guide, lace up those boots, and take a hike out into some truly spectacular natural surroundings.

Tips & Warnings

• Airline service connects most cities in Bolivia, and is the country's quickest means of transportation. There is also bus service, but long distances between towns and frequent stops can mean having to sleep on the bus for several days.
• As a general rule, vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, tetanus, and diphtheria should be taken before visiting Bolivia.
• If you're planning on visiting the Amazon area of Bolivia, malaria and yellow fever vaccinations are recommended.