THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Santa Cruz
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Things to Do in Santa Cruz
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Biocentro Güembé, Catedral de Santa Cruz, Walking Tours, Cultural Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Cultural Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$18
Wine Tastingsfromper adultAU$51
Overnight Toursfromper adultAU$768
Day Tripsfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$506
Overnight Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$676
Skip the line TicketsEntrance To Our World
0 reviewsfromper adultAU$14
Escape Roomsfromper group (up to 4)AU$34
Multi-day Toursfromper adultAU$5,387
Multi-day Tours4D/3N Tour on the Che Guevara Route
0 reviewsfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$1,012
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- Susan S12 contributionsI was leery of going but the park seems to care for its animals very well! They appear healthy and well fed with fairly large enclosures. It was not crowded on a Thursday, nice experience! One huge negative...there are domestic cats roaming the grounds that will kill any native birds...they need to be removed ASAP!Written 22 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GerryBrasilFlorianopolis, SC73 contributionsThe cathedral is a beautiful Spanish colonial style building unusual in that it is mDe with red bricks instead of stone and stucco. Inside the ceiling is made with wood.
The square outside is a beautiful tree lined promenade where people of all ages stroll, sit, talk, relax, and eat ice cream sold by yellow uniformed vendors.Written 10 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - keith hChesham, UK1,168 contributionsVery Pleasant Plaza with big trees providing shade , many benches to relax on.
The huge Basilica dominates one side & other sides house cafes & eateries.
Cut up the side of the Basilica to access an open square that hosts various artesans on occasion. A little beyond here is an arcade that houses a few gift shops aimed at tourists.Written 12 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alex y ValeBattle, UK35 contributionsThe mall is pretty big, modern and comfortable. The food court is good and the restaurants outside in the boulevard were very nice and not too expensive if you’re a foreign. Cinabon was also very delicious. We’ll come back to this mall again.Written 27 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nelson CIrara, BA1,493 contributionsSamaipata région in Bolivia is a new wine destination indeed worth visiting. The wineries are friendly and at least two or three are comparable to Chilean wines. Access is rather adventurous, and a trip from Santa Cruz de la Sierra takes almost four hours on a windy road. The landscape is breathtaking reminding me of Capão, Bahia, in Brazil.Written 17 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Martina T2 contributionsI had one of the most powerful experiences in my life, watching true wilderness in the Bolivian chaco. In addition, Nick and his team make the long days searching for jaguars and other animals really enjoyable. Also, food was great and the accommodation was comfortable.
If you get the chance, I strongly recommend you taking this tour with Nick’s Adventures.Written 1 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lavinia RSanta Cruz, Bolivia63 contributionsIt is the perfect place to do rappelling in one or more of the waterfalls. You need to get to El Torno, from there you will drive through 3 rivers and many small "quebradas" so you def need a 4x4 vehicle and I dont recommend to go in rainy season because the road can be very tricky with all the water and mud.
In the top/base of the first waterfall you can do camping.
I went with NEX- which is an adventure company, you can search for it on facebook, the guides were very nice and knew very well the place. It cost me around 350 bolivians with everything includes (transportation from Santa cruz, food and equipment)
very nice experience! beautiful pictures and memories!Written 30 March 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MisssalissaAmsterdam, The Netherlands22 contributionsThe village is tiny, barely has a couple of houses. Probably most of them living from tourism. It is a place where fans of Che has to come. There are two statues of him and a school which is now a museum. It is cosy, definitely cheap place to stay for a night. Village itself is nothing special but the views on the way there are amazing!Written 14 January 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert BlackieMexico City, Mexico427 contributionsI went on a Monday when they were supposed to be closed but they were open and there were other people there also, but not many. This is a great place to explore the local flora and fauna. I saw monkeys, turtles, even alligators! I also saw some big lizards but they like to hide from people and are difficult to see. I enjoyed a few hours here exploring the trails. It was hot and sunny and so I didn't need bug repellant, but I did need a LOT of sunblock, so if you go on a hot sunny day, ditch the repellent and slather on the sunblock. Unfortunately, a huge part of the park is closed due to "maintenance" and you're not permitted to enter, though there's also nothing to stop you. I erred on the side of caution however and didn't venture past the posted sign (see photos). There's a tall lookout tower you can climb that offers some views of the surrounding area. There are also some activities for kids. Overall, it was a nice place to pass a few hours. It's quite far from the center of Santa Cruz - $6 - $7 by Uber each way. Entry was $10Bs. I wish the rest of the park was open, but I'm happy I went. I think it's worth checking out if you have some time to spend in Santa Cruz.Written 30 August 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Joe YSanta Cruz, Bolivia35 contributionsThe Lomas de Arena is a nice park where you can spend a few hours playing in the sand. However, even with a 4x4 it can be a bit treacherous. I had to leave the car and walk 2-3km to get there.Written 6 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rocio V2 contributionsWe had a bad weather, but the place was wonderful! its the kind of place for the whole family. Was an enchanted place, highly recommended.Written 17 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christian Eduar... BSanta Cruz, Bolivia32 contributionsNice view, good walking and fresh natural pools in the middle of the forest, do I need to add anything else???Written 28 April 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
