The 8 Best Santa Cruz de la Sierra Tours

1.Wildlife Sanctuary and Preservation Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 73 reviews · 1 day · from $85Our pick

Travel about an hour from Santa Cruz to AFASI Foundation, where guides such as Urs, Julio, and the local team introduce you to rescued monkeys, pumas, birds, turtles, and more. You’ll take two guided walks through wetlands and forest, see plants from three climate zones, and eat a typical Bolivian lunch before returning by 3 pm.

“We loved every moment of it. The animals are super sweet, the whole space is crazy. What Urs created there to help the animals is amazing. The food is delicous and overal everyone is so friendly. Can absolutly recommend it”

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2.Walking tour – A journey through the History of Santa Cruz

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 61 reviews · 2h 30m · from $11Best value

Walk Santa Cruz’s historic center with Paul, a local guide who explains the city from prehistoric times to today. Visit the History Museum, Independence Museum, City Museum, cathedral, and Melchor Pinto Cultural Center. The small group is limited to four, with English and Spanish tours lasting 150 minutes.

“Was interesting to discover the history of Santa Cruz from Paul his english was very good and he had a lot of knowledge. I also received advice on a traditional restaurant to eat at which was very good Maybe history could have been mixed more with tasting street food/market or tasting local drinks. Either as longer tour or different option - also many art galleries are worth visiting. Thank you Paul 🌞 the spicy tongue was good and also tried the lizard.”

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3.Lomas de Arena Sandboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 34 reviews · 4 hours · from $39

Join guide Dennis Justiniano Justiniano for a four-hour trip from central Santa Cruz to Lomas de Arena. You’ll explore more than 6,000 hectares of dunes, watch for plants and wildlife, and try sandboarding. Transport, entry, a guided visit, and water or soft drinks are included. The tour runs in English and Spanish for groups of up to 10.

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4.Lomas de Arena Sandboarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

Spend four hours exploring Lomas de Arena, about an hour from Santa Cruz, with hotel pickup, 4x4 transport, sandboarding, water, snacks, and park entry included. Guides speak Spanish, English, Portuguese, and French. Esteban is one guide praised for extra care, while the rough road is part of the outing.

“Excelente trato y atención de nuestro guía, el señor Esteban. Gracias por esa milla extra para con nosotros”

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5.Day Tour / Amboro National Park (north side)

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 17 reviews · 10 hours · from $139

Leave Santa Cruz at 6:00 AM for Amboró National Park’s north side. A Spanish-speaking local guide leads your private group through community land and forest into the conservation area, with river crossings, natural pools, wildlife spotting, and local food. Bring sandals, swimwear, insect repellent, and a dry change of clothes. English guiding costs $35 extra.

“sehr schöne Wanderung durch den Nordteil von Amboró, tolles Frühstück mit Empanadas in Buena Vista”

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6.Bolivian Wine Tasting with Charcuterie Board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $49Top rated

Meet Guillermo at a private home near Pirai Avenue in Santa Cruz for a two-hour introduction to Bolivian wine. Taste four wines, including rare heritage grapes and a highly regarded Tannat, with local cheeses and cold cuts. The group is limited to six, and the session is offered in Spanish or English.

“Excelente experiencia y diferente, vale la pena y Guillermo sabe mucho de vinos”

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7.Discover Santa Cruz and Porongo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

You’ll tour Santa Cruz with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting Cristo Redentor, the main square, cathedral, Equipetrol, Urubó, and Porongo’s Chiquitano church. Guides Joel and Sergio are noted for friendly, useful service. Hotel pickup is included in central areas, with a small extra fee for Porongo’s viewpoint.

“Ce fut un réel plaisir de découvrir d'autres endroits paisibles de Bolivie. Mon guide, M. Sergio, était très serviable, compétent et sympathique. Il était très dévoué et m'a fait découvrir avec fierté la beauté de son pays. Merci Sergio!”

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8.Day Tour Jardin de las Delicias

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $140

Travel from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Jardin de las Delicias with a live guide in Spanish, English, or Portuguese. Hike through Amboró National Park’s southwest area, reach waterfalls over 90 meters high, and swim in clear water beside golden sand beaches. Robert guides the hike, while Manuel handles the drive.

“Anyone looking for adventure and a wonderful experience with amazing views and locations must take this tour. Robert is a very pleasant and attentive guide who is very concerned about safety. Manuel, our driver, is very competent and friendly with a great sense of humor. The adventurous journey to the top already made it an unforgettable experience. We will definitely book another tour like this. Tip: Bring a swimsuit and sturdy shoes.”

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