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14 May 2017

Epic Rides in Bolivia

Vallegrande to Samaipata, via La Higuera

‘Best of’ Bolivia Photo Gallery

This Epic Ride is between the High and Low lands of Bolivia. Remote dirt roads, rolling lush green valleys, soaring condors and friendly villages dominate the route.


Location

Either from Samaipata, Bolivia, or from Vallegrande, Bolivia


The Ride

As of 2018, loose hard packed gravel. Because it is a mountainous road, it may become impassable during heavy rain. Some river crossing.

When is the best time to Ride?

All year, though avoid after heavy rain

GPS Tracking Map

My tracking from Vallegrande to Samaipata (via La Higuera) . Tracking files can be downloaded here. (GPX/KML)

Elevation Profile


Highlights

La Higuera

La Higuera lies at an elevation of 1950m, with a population of around 100 people. The village became famous in October 8, 1967 when Che Guevara was captured by the CIA-assisted Bolivian Army in the nearby ravine Quebrada del Churo, ending his campaign to create a continental revolution in South America. Che Guevara was held in the schoolhouse, where he was killed the next day. The body was then brought to Vallegrande, where it was placed on display and afterwards secretly buried under an airstrip.

The village is tiny and consists of only a school, main square and now two hostels. The whole village has several statues and monuments to Che.

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Back when … Bolivia ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ด Even without it's history, this little village in the valleys of Bolivia was breathtaking. Unfortunately, la higuera was the place where che guevara was captured and executed in the local school here. There was only 50 people living here then.. probably less today. #advrider #Keentobeen #letsride #mototouring #solorider #bolivia #lahiguera #cheguevara

A post shared by Erron Burns (@erronburns) on Nov 27, 2017 at 5:25pm PST


La Pajcha

La Pajcha is a lovely waterfall just off the road to Samaipata. It’s definitely worth a stop for a break after tackling the crazy roads.

Even if you’re staying in Samipata, it is only a 1hr 30min drive. Based on the time of year, you should have the place to yourself.

The highlight is a sandy beach (amazing site in land locked Bolivia)

Make sure you climb to the top of the waterfall. there is small goat track from the entrance on the left

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Back when… Bolivia๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ด Me and la pajcha waterfall. So many amazing places around samipata #Keentobeen #bolivia #waterfall #lapajcha

A post shared by Erron Burns (@erronburns) on Nov 28, 2017 at 2:18am PST

Here is a TimeLapse of the waterfall


Samaipata

Samaipata is place you’ll quickly fall for. It’s a small town in valley that has a great climate and a good mix or locals and expats. Check this separate post.

  • The only bar in Samaipata
  • Sunset over Samaipata

Why is it an โ€˜Epic Rideโ€™

Let’s start with an overview. Like most places outside the cities in Bolivia, this route is remote and the roads are dirt and gravel. You won’t see many other vehicles on the road. This area was my favorite in Bolivia as the climate is mild and the rolling green valleys provide some stunning backdrops as you ride. The scenery is stunning.  However, based on the weather, your visibility could be limited to white cloud meters in front of you or lust green valleys as far as you can see. This ride is also part of the “Ruta del Che” (Che Guevara Trail). check out my vBlog of the Route below.


Video Blog of the Route (vBlog)


Time Lapse of a section of the ride


Photo Gallery along the Route

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