Top Things to do in Santa Cruz
Top 10 Things to do in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Department
Discover the best top things to do in Santa Cruz, Bolivia including Kaa-Iya National Park, Catedral de Santa Cruz, Plaza 24 de Septiembre, Guembe, Jardin de las Delicias, Iglesias de la Chiquitania, Samaipata, Parque Lomas de Arena, Jardin Botanico Santa Cruz, Ventura mall.
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
1. Kaa-Iya National Park
2. Catedral de Santa Cruz
3. Plaza 24 de Septiembre
4. Guembe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,050 reviews
GUEMBE is a must visit in Santa Cruz de la Sierra Bolivia, come and experience a natural paradise of more than 24 hectares, surrounded by exotic plants, lush forests and exotic animals typical of the region. GUEMBE is place where you will find a beautiful variety of flora and fauna, natural areas, ecological trails, lagoons, 19 swimming pools and recreational activities for all ages. GUEMBE is 15 minutes from wherever you are staying in Santa Cruz and it has the specific natural areas such as the largest enclosed butterfly area, the largest aviary in the country and second in LatAm, kayacking, waterfalls, great gastronomy, incredible service and a peace and calm that you will experience only here. The park is almos endless and there is one spot where you will be able to breathe the purest air right in the heart of lating america. Don't forget to visit the top of the aviary the view and the purity of the clean and natural air have no comparison to anything in the world.
Reviewed By anniik8 - Prague, Czech Republic
We planned to spend 2 days in the Guembe resort but at the end we prolonged to three days and skipped the Samaipata. This was our end of 3 weeks travelling around Bolivia and we wanted to rest before flying home. Why we loved the place: 1. interaction with animals. We were so close to parrots (all kinds, but we loved the huuge Aras), monkeys and butterflies like nowhere else. 2. butterflies. This all started with butterflies and they do great tours where they explain how the butterfly is born and how long they live.. and the species that have are amazing / butterfly bigger than my hand.. 3. pools. There are so many places to rest near water.. two main pools and several smaller ones plus natural ponds where we rented a kayak. 4. many activities for everyone> animals, mini golf, beer garden, a spot for kids to play 5. morning/evening walks. we stayed overnight and had the park and animals for ourselves. They open at 9:30 and close around 6pm. Ther service is nice, food okay, espresso small and strong enough :).
5. Jardin de las Delicias
6. Iglesias de la Chiquitania
7. Samaipata
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 362 reviews
Reviewed By a-Rose-l-and
3 hours by bus from Santa Cruz to Samaipata on a bad road. We did not have time but we would have visited the Inca archeological ruins el fuerte, Cuevo and Amboro national parkt and wo wineries that can be visited. Also, visit the Samaipata Fort.
8. Parque Lomas de Arena
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By 356maritav
I just went to Lomas de arena with Nick's Adventure and had a great time, it has a really nice view and we even had the oportunity to see some animals there, like a monkey and a turtle, it's a most visit!
9. Jardin Botanico Santa Cruz
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By Julionator - Vancouver, Canada
Jardin Botanico Santa Cruz Yesterday we visited the Botanical Garden, with the high hopes of catching a glimpse of a hero of mine - a Sloth! Unfortunately, the sneaky guy was nowhere to be found. Mind you, this park is 217 hectares of lush forest and trails. We only spent about 3 hours there and even though we sprayed ourselves twice (with citronella) the mosquitos were relentless. My fiancee was their victim, as she got quite a few bites. We did see plenty of birds and fishes, an alligator and a few turtles in the lagoon. Another turtle was roaming the park like a maniac and almost got me This place is definitely worth a visit if you're in town
