2-day Tour Around Potosí

Mysterious caves, rocky canyon landscapes and pre-Columbian remains await you on this 2-day tour around Potosi.

Day 1

We will meet at 8 am in front of the Potosí Mint. Our first destination is a silver smelter, located about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) outside the city, where we will learn about the mining tradition of Potosí and see colonial-era machines used for processing silver. Next, we will visit the Devil's Cave, known for its dark legend.

Then, we’ll head to the Cayara hacienda and its house museum, featuring mural decorations, followed by the Cayara tunnels, connected to a hydroelectric plant financed by Frenchman Luis Soux to provide public lighting for Potosí. After lunch, we will visit the Chiracoro lime kilns to learn about the lime's use and end the day at Chocko Chocko hill, an archaeological site. We will camp at Jatun Pampa along the river.

Day 2

After breakfast, we will start with a visit to the Valley of Rocks to see unique geological formations and canyons. Our next destination is the Chiracoro waterfalls, a natural site for observing artisanal fishermen, before taking a break for lunch. We will begin our return to Potosí, arriving around 4 pm.

Accommodation and meals

The tour includes one night's accommodation in tents at Jatun Pampa camp with full board. Meals will consist of a starter, a main course stew, and fruit.