Excursion to the National Park, observation of Andean wildlife
About Sajama National Park
Located in the western Altiplano, about 250 km northwest of La Paz, Sajama National Park is Bolivia’s first protected park and one of the most spectacular destinations for nature lovers and Andean culture enthusiasts. With its high‑mountain landscapes, turquoise lagoons, steaming geysers, and a rich indigenous tradition, the park offers a unique experience that blends adventure, contemplation, and contact with local communities.
Sajama National Park is much more than a mountain destination; it is a space where wild nature and cultural richness intertwine, providing each visitor with a different story to tell.
Itinerary: Full‑Day Tour to Sajama National Park, from La Paz
Day 1
La Paz ➔ Sajama ➔ La Paz
- At 06:00 we pick you up from your hotel and begin the journey crossing the “Bolivian Altiplano.” Our destination is the department of Oruro, where Sajama National Park lies at an altitude of more than 4,200 m a.s.l., and where we will proudly observe up close the highest mountain in Bolivia: Nevado Sajama, whose summit reaches 6,542 m.
- On our way to the park we will visit the Church of Curahuara de Carangas, called the “Sistine Chapel of the Altiplano” because of the beauty of the paintings in its rooms. The church is one of the oldest on the continent.
- We will then arrive at Sajama National Park, first visiting Huayna Kota Lake where we can watch Andean flamingos before enjoying a soak in the hot springs.
- In the afternoon we will take a hike through the queñua‑tree forest, an endemic subspecies of the area; this forest is the highest‑altitude woody formation in the world, and we will have the chance to see vicuñas, llamas and alpacas.
- Return to La Paz and arrival at your hotel at approximately 21:00.
Optional: second day in Sajama Park
Sajama National Park ➔ La Paz
- Overnight at the Tomarapi Eco‑Lodge, one of Bolivia’s most successful community‑tourism projects. The eco‑lodge offers private rooms, restaurant service, and local guides.
- After breakfast we set out for the community of Macaya, about 1.5 hours from Sajama. Here is the reception center for the “Río Lauca” tourist circuit; we will visit the recently restored Chullpa complexes, which belong to the Inca occupation period.
- We finish the visit at Sakewa Lagoon for flamingo watching. Return to Tambo Quemado to take the paved road back to La Paz.
Important notes
Availability:
✅ Tours are available every day of the week.
☔ Access to the various tourist attractions may be limited during the rainy season, as may the roads leading to the towns of Tomarapi, Sajama and Macaya. The rainy season starts in December and ends in March.
Requirements:
🪪 To pass certain road checkpoints, you may be asked to present identification, such as your passport.
Important data:
⛰️ Sajama National Park ranges from 4,200 m a.s.l. up to 6,542 m a.s.l., with Nevado Sajama being the highest point in the park.
Health information:
⚠️ Make sure you are in good health and have enough stamina to participate without difficulty.
💡 Our recommendation:
Other optional activities
- Mountaineering on Nevado Sajama, 4‑day program. Normal southeast route 6 542 m / 21 500 ft.
- 4×4 expedition to the “Inter‑Salar Route,” heading toward Salar de Coipasa, Salar de Uyuni and the Lípez Altiplano, lasting 4 to 6 days. Crossing the Eduardo Abaroa Andean Fauna Reserve in southwestern Bolivia, you reach the Bolivia‑Chile border at Hito Cajón; from this border point you can continue the journey to San Pedro de Atacama – Chile.
- Extension to the Tambo Quemado border, to continue the trip into Chile by crossing Lauca National Park (Arica – Parinacota).
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