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Potosi - Active Mine Tour - Half Day -
$39
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Potosi - Active Mine Tour - Half Day -
Summary

Potosí, at over 4,000 meters, is one of the highest cities in the world. But even an elevation as high as, this does not stop the nearby Cerro Potosí from dominating the surrounding landscape. Potosí was founded as a mining town in 1546 by the Spaniards. Over the next 200 years, more than 40,000 to...

Inclusions
  • Transport.
  • Necessary equipment for the mine tour (helmet, boots, pants, jacket and lamp)
  • Specialized Bilingual Guide.
Exclusions
  • Gifts for miners.
  • Tips.
  • Extra drinks.
Itinerary
  • Cerro Rico
Good to know
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Potosí Mines Tour

Potosí Mines Tour

3 hrsFree cancellation
$29
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Potosí Mines Tour
Summary

The most important silver mines in the world are located in the Cerro Rico mountain. Find out all about it and visit the mines on this tour in Potosí!

Inclusions
  • Bus or minibus transport.
  • Transport by car or minibus.
  • Entry to the mines.
  • Equipment for visiting the mines.
Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 2 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Half-Day Potosí Active Mine Trip to Cerro Rico
$56
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Half-Day Potosí Active Mine Trip to Cerro Rico
Summary

Take a 3-hour tour to visit the local workers in the active mine of Cerro Rico (at 4,400m) and learn the history of Potosi. Discover the different galleries and interior levels of the mines and get a feel for the harsh working conditions. Experience the Potosi mines just like the local workers.

Inclusions
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transportation
Exclusions
  • Gifts for the miners (can be purchased before going to the mine)
  • Suggested tip for the guide ($10 Bs)
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Potosi
  • Cerro Rico
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Minimum age is 7 years old
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private transfer Sucre - Uyuni, stopover in Potosí Mines
$378
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Private transfer Sucre - Uyuni, stopover in Potosí Mines
Summary

Make a full-day trip crossing Sucre and Potosí, declared as World Heritage cities by UNESCO. The private transportation will pick you up from your hotel in Sucre and start the trip to Uyuni with a stop-over in the city of Potosí where we will entrer to a silver mine at the Cerro Rico. Finally the we...

Inclusions
  • Protective equipment
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only for hotels in Uyuni, not Colchani)
  • Local guide for the Potosí Mine tour
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Transport by local private vehicle at Potosí Mine
Exclusions
  • Drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Requires additional payment for drop off in Colchani hotels: Palacio de Sal, Luna Salada and others
Itinerary
  • Cerro Rico
  • Potosi
Good to know
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required, A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Active Mine_private

Active Mine_private

3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
$60
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Active Mine_private
Summary

Have a great experience visiting the mines that are located at the base of the historical Rich Hill of Potosi. Inside, appreciate the system of miners´ work that has not suffered great changes after so much time of exploitation. Touring the different galleries and interior levels of the mines, visi...

Inclusions
  • Transport
  • Entrance fees
  • Specialized bilingual guide
  • Necessary equipment for the mine tour (helmet, gum boots, trousers, jacket and torch)
Exclusions
  • Transport to Potosí (ask about prices of bus or flight tickets , we have a lot of options)
  • Gifts for miners
  • Tips
  • Extra drinks
Itinerary
  • Cerro Rico
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kari Kari Lagoons Hike

Kari Kari Lagoons Hike

2 daysFree cancellation
$39
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Kari Kari Lagoons Hike
Summary

Discover the beautiful Andean landscapes surrounding Potosí on this hike to the Kari Kari lagoons and the Cerro Rico hill!

Inclusions
  • English speaking guide.
  • Transport by bus or minibus.
  • 1 night accommodation in an Apacheta family house (depending on the option).
  • Picnic lunch.
  • Dinner on the first day (depending on the option).
  • Breakfast and lunch on the second day (depending on the option).
  • Entrance fees.
Exclusions
  • Food
Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 12 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.