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Sand Dunes Tours
The sand dunes of Santa Cruz, Bolivia, located in the eastern lowlands of the country, offer a captivating and unique landscape that contrasts with the typical image of Bolivia’s high-altitude Andean scenery. These expansive dunes, known as the “Lomas de Arena,” are a natural wonder characterized by their golden sands and towering heights, creating a desert-like environment amidst lush tropical vegetation.
Visitors can experience trekking activities and nature observation in a destination mixed with forest and sund dunes.
The forst around the dunes are home to diverse wildlife, including birds and small mammals, adding to the enchantment of this picturesque destination in Bolivia.
Sand Dunes Tours
Sand Dunes Tours are at Parque regional Lomas de Arena in Santa Cruz city is regional park named Lomas De Arena was created on September 7, 1990 by Supreme Decree No. 2291,It has a surface of 13,326 hectares or 133.26 Km2. Its local name in spanish is “Lomas de Arena” is in the following
The park has private properties dedicated to livestock and country houses of rest for the owners who live and work in the city of Santa Cruz It has an interpretation centre with the necessary infrastructure to be the starting point of some activities like ecotourism or didactic. But unfortunately it does not work regularly.
The main attraction for locals at the Lomas de Arena was a lagoon which used to be at the centre of the main sand dunes. Now not even in the rain season there water where the small lake used to be.
Camping could be allowed in the area. You should ask first. And you must bring all your own equipment. As it is a protected natural area, Hunting, fishing and fires are prohibited and you must respect nature and keep the area clean. What you unpack in you must pack out,including any trash you generate while you are there.
It is sad to see the negligence on waste handling. Most of times on top of the sand dunes are plastic bottles and beer cans thrown on top of the dunes are common. Many city visitors do not have the education necessary to know how to handle the waste or are not enough trash cans. The park administration needs to give written recommendations to visitors on this aspect.
Las Lomas de arena are about 17 km from the centre of the city of Santa Cruz .. But it is necessary to take into account that the last 6 or 7 kms are very sandy.
Next to the dunes there was a hotel or lodge type.
The main activities carried out in these Sand Dunes tours is hiking going up and down the dunes. some trekking also en the forest near by or on the roads, some times is possible to see some animals like a sloths and many birds.
The tours that we offer have a duration of 4 hours in total. Most of the time the vehicle gets all the way to the bottom of the dunes and others occasions the visitor may have to walk about 30 m
Important Details for the tours to the Sand Dunes of Santa Cruz
Itinerary: Sand Dunes
Duration: 4 Hours
Departure from the City Center of Santa Cruz
This tour to Sand Dunes begins with pickup from your hotel or designated location at the pre-arranged time. The short trip to the Sand Dunes or Lomas de Arena can take between 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Upon arrival at Sand Dunes, the entrance fee (included) will be paid, and we will continue by vehicle for approximately 20 minutes to reach the area near the main dunes. The duration of this ride depends on the condition of the unpaved sandy road. Along the way, you will observe the typical vegetation of the region, including low forests and large trees such as Cupesí and Algarrobo. Moving at a slow pace increases the chances of spotting various bird species, sloths, or monkeys.
Once we reach the main dunes, we will need to walk to access them and climb to the top.
The weather in this area is usually windy, so it is recommended to bring sunglasses, a hat or cap, and other essential items suggested at the bottom of this page.
The hiking portion of the tour will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, mostly across the sand dunes.
About 40 minutes before the end of the 4-hour tour, we will return to the vehicle and begin our journey back to Santa Cruz.
Finally, we will drop you off at your original departure location.
End of the Sund Dunes Tour
Important Details for the tours
to the Sand Dunes in Santa Cruz
The Cost Includes
✔ Private transportation – Santa Cruz Down town- Sandd Dunes – Santa Cruz Down town
✔ Bottled water
✔ Spanish-speaking guide (Translator available at an additional cost)
✔ Entrance fee
Not Included:
❌ Special medications
❌ Bilingual guide
❌ Accident Insurance
❌ Alcoholic beverages
What to Bring for the Trip:
📄 Passport (original) or valid identification documents in Bolivia
🎒 Backpack to carry all your belongings, including water bottles
🧢 Cap or hat (Do not wear it under trees or branches)
🕶 Sunglasses
🧥 A sweater
🌧 Raincoat
🦟 Insect repellent
👕 Long-sleeved shirt and long pants
🎒 Personal items you may need
🥾 Proper shoes for hiking
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