How safe is Bolivia?

Find out areas to avoid, and common tourist scams before you go to Bolivia. read more

Road Conditions and Safety: Road conditions in Bolivia are hazardous. Few highways have shoulders, fencing or barriers, and highway markings are minimal. Although La Paz, Santa Cruz, and Cochabamba are connected by highways, most roads in Bolivia are unpaved. read more

by: Anonymous Bolivia is as safe as it is to walk the streets of new York city. believe it or not!!!! there are white people in Bolivia as well and they are not afraid to be confused with the gringos, trust me. read more

Like many countries you visit as a tourist there are risks, particularly if you don’t speak the main language (Spanish). Compared to most South American countries, Bolivia is safe for travellers, although crime rates have increased slightly over the last five years. read more