---
title: "Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia"
description: "Bolivia · airport VVI"
canonical: "https://sorted.travel/places/santa-cruz-de-la-sierra"
last-updated: "2026-10-11"
---

# 🇧🇴 Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

Bolivia · airport VVI

## On the ground

- Safety: High degree of caution
- Currency: Boliviano (BOB). 100 USD = 1177 BOB
- Phone code: +591
- eSIM: [https://airalo.pxf.io/zaJVGW](https://airalo.pxf.io/zaJVGW)
- Taxi / ride-hailing: Uber, Yango
- Wikivoyage: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bolivia](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bolivia)

## Brief

- Santa Cruz de la Sierra is a lowland tropical city, generally hot and humid. Pack lightweight clothing, rain protection and comfortable footwear.
- Try local specialties including **majadito**, **cuñapé**, **sonso de yuca**, **salteñas** and **mocochinchi**.
- The city is spread out and traffic can be slow, especially during heavy rain. Allow extra time for road journeys and airport transfers.

## Safety and health

- **Dengue is a year-round risk in Bolivia**, and mosquitoes can also transmit Zika, leishmaniasis and Chagas disease. Use repellent, wear long sleeves when practical, and stay in screened or air-conditioned accommodation. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global))
- Bolivia’s CDC guidance lists **yellow fever vaccination as an entry requirement for travelers aged 1 and older** and recommends vaccination for travel to Santa Cruz Department, which lies east of the Andes. Check the latest requirement with a Bolivian embassy or consulate before departure. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/bolivia))
- Drink bottled or purified water and take care with street food and raw foods, as stomach illness is possible. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bolivia))
- Recent shootings and the presence of organized-crime suspects were reported in the Pampa de la Isla area. Avoid unfamiliar areas after dark, do not approach police operations, and use reputable taxis or app-based transport. ([larazon.bo](https://larazon.bo/ciudades/2026/10/09/santa-cruz-aprehenden-a-un-hombre-que-estaba-armado/) | [reduno.com.bo](https://reduno.com.bo/noticias/este-es-el-frondoso-prontuario-delictivo-del-miembro-del-pcc-aprehendido-en-santa-cruz-202610101830))

## Recent News

- **October 9, 2026:** An armed incident in Pampa de la Isla left two people injured and damaged a passing bus. Police arrested a man and recovered spent cartridges; visitors should avoid the immediate area and expect heightened police activity. ([larazon.bo](https://larazon.bo/ciudades/2026/10/09/santa-cruz-aprehenden-a-un-hombre-que-estaba-armado/))
- **October 10, 2026:** Bolivian authorities arrested a Brazilian man described by police as a senior alleged member of the Primeiro Comando da Capital. His reported expulsion and handover process could bring increased security checks, particularly around migration and airport facilities. ([reduno.com.bo](https://reduno.com.bo/noticias/este-es-el-frondoso-prontuario-delictivo-del-miembro-del-pcc-aprehendido-en-santa-cruz-202610101830) | [vision360.bo](https://www.vision360.bo/noticias/2026/10/10/71892-capturan-en-santa-cruz-a-presunto-alto-miembro-del-pcc-buscado-por-la-justicia-brasilena))

_Updated 2026-10-11._

## Weather and timing

The best time to visit Santa Cruz de la Sierra is May to October, when conditions are generally dry and suit city visits and outdoor excursions. April and November are workable but bring more showers, while December to March is wetter, with frequent heavy rain and occasional flooding.

| Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January | Avoid | 16 | 91 | 10 |
| February | Avoid | 16 | 74 | 9 |
| March | Avoid | 16 | 67 | 8 |
| April | OK | 15 | 28 | 9 |
| May | Great | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| June | Great | 13 | 5 | 7 |
| July | Great | 13 | 4 | 8 |
| August | Great | 15 | 7 | 10 |
| September | Great | 17 | 14 | 10 |
| October | Great | 18 | 50 | 11 |
| November | OK | 18 | 64 | 12 |
| December | Avoid | 17 | 84 | 11 |

### Month by month

- **January (Avoid):** January is hot and humid, around 22-31°C, with frequent heavy rain and flooding in low-lying areas. Wet conditions can interrupt outdoor plans.
- **February (Avoid):** February is hot and humid, around 21-32°C, with frequent rain and occasional flooding. Muddy ground can complicate excursions.
- **March (Avoid):** March is hot and humid, around 22-31°C, with regular wet-season showers and occasional flooding. Rain can interrupt sightseeing and excursions.
- **April (OK):** April is hot, around 21-31°C, with showers alongside clearer spells. Rain can interrupt outdoor activities, while city sightseeing remains practical.
- **May (Great):** May is warm, around 19-31°C, with relatively dry weather. Conditions suit city visits and outdoor day trips.
- **June (Great):** June is fairly dry, around 17-29°C. Surazo winds can bring abrupt chilly nights, while daytime weather supports sightseeing.
- **July (Great):** July is mostly dry, around 17-30°C, with occasional surazo winds and chilly nights. Daytime conditions suit outdoor sightseeing.
- **August (Great):** August is hot and relatively dry, around 18-32°C, with limited rain interruptions. City visits and excursions are practical.
- **September (Great):** September is hot, around 20-33°C, with generally dry conditions. Strong daytime heat suits visitors who plan outdoor activities around midday.
- **October (Great):** October is hot, around 21-33°C, with occasional showers. Outdoor activities are practical, with strong afternoon heat to account for.
- **November (OK):** November is very hot, around 22-34°C, with rising humidity and occasional heavy showers. Rain can interrupt excursions.
- **December (Avoid):** December is hot and humid, around 22-32°C, with frequent heavy rain and flooding in low-lying areas. Wet conditions can interrupt outdoor excursions.

### 7-day forecast

_Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._

| Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 25 Oct 25 Oct | 22 | 18 | 92% |
| 26 Oct 26 Oct | 24 | 18 | 5% |
| 27 Oct 27 Oct | 29 | 18 | 53% |
| 28 Oct 28 Oct | 22 | 17 | 85% |
| 29 Oct 29 Oct | 28 | 17 | 39% |
| 30 Oct 30 Oct | 29 | 20 | 36% |
| 31 Oct 31 Oct | 31 | 21 | 21% |

## Visa

Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly.

## Activities

- [Death Road, Bolivia: Mountain Bike Tour on the World's Most Dangerous Road](https://www.viator.com/tours/La-Paz/Death-Road-Mountain-Bike-Tour-on-the-Worlds-Most-Dangerous-Road/d5027-6521WMDR?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 145 USD · 13.5–13.5 HOUR
- [The World's Most Dangerous Road - Barracuda Biking's Death Road Riding](https://www.viator.com/tours/La-Paz/The-Worlds-Most-Dangerous-Road-Barracuda-Bikings-Death-Road-Riding/d5027-52143P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 90 USD · 24–24 HOUR
- [3-Days Tour to the Uyuni Salt Flat and Colored Lagoons +Sunset+Mirror Effect](https://www.viator.com/tours/Uyuni/3-Days-tour-to-the-Uyuni-salt-flats-and-colored-lagoons/d22256-108758P6?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 290 USD · 72–72 HOUR
- [Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol](https://www.viator.com/tours/La-Paz/Full-Day-Tour-Copacabana-and-Isla-del-Sol/d5027-166558P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 53.1 USD · 16–16 HOUR
- [Uyuni Salt Flat 1 Day Tour +Sunset in the Salt Water Region with Mirror Effect](https://www.viator.com/tours/Uyuni/Uyuni-Salt-Flats-1-full-day/d22256-108758P4?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 80 USD · 9–9 HOUR
- [3 Days Tour Uyuni Salt Flats, Sunset plus Funny Photos](https://www.viator.com/tours/Uyuni/3-Days-Uyuni-Salt-Flats-to-San-Pedro-de-Atacama-english-guide/d22256-86158P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 280 USD · 72–72 HOUR
- [2 Day Trip From La Paz: Copacabana & Isla del Sol (Night in Isla del Sol)](https://www.viator.com/tours/La-Paz/2-Day-Trip-From-La-Paz-Copacabana-and-Isla-del-Sol-Night-in-Isla-del-Sol/d5027-166558P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 62.1 USD · 48–48 HOUR
- [Traditional Bolivian Cooking Class w/ Cocktail Making by La Boca del Sapo, Sucre](https://www.viator.com/tours/Sucre/Traditional-Bolivian-cooking-class-with-cocktail-making-experience/d23958-264193P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 44.95 USD · 3–3 HOUR
- [3-Day Salt Tour of Uyuni with Sunset and Lagoons Colorada](https://www.viator.com/tours/Uyuni/3-Day-Uyuni-Salt-Flat-Tour-with-Sunset-and-Red-Lagoons/d22256-365853P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 320.9 USD · 72–72 HOUR

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