Santa Cruz, Bolivia’s most progressive, modern, fast growing and powerful city is capital of the country’s natural gas and soy bean industries. Its main attractions are Carnival, the September International Fair and, the Inca fortress of Samaipata, the Jesuit Missions and Noel Kempff and Amboró National Parks.
Samaipata – El Fuerte
A picturesque colonial town
120 kms from the city
Inca Fortress (El Fuerte), at 1950 m.a.s.l
Stop off to enjoy the crystaline waters of the vegetation-surrounded Cuevas waterfalls.
Santa Cruz half day tour
Plaza 24 de Septiembre
Close view of the Cathedral
Visit Arte Campo
“El Abasto” Indigenous Market
Jesuit Missions of Chiquitos – Concepción
Immerse yourself in haunting hymns
17th century missions
Admire the missions’ unique design
Visit some of the finest orchid farms in the world