About 10 kilometers from Samaipata, you can reach the ruins of El Fuerte via a mountainous hiking trail. Above the parking lot there is a restaurant and magnificent viewpoints of the Andes. El Fuerte is at 1,950 meters. A visit to the Inca ruins currently costs 50 Bolivianos for foreigners.

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Cordula

August 27, 2024

El Fuerte de Samaipata is open from 9am to 4:30pm. The entrance fee is still 50 Bob (8/24). The daily menu in the restaurant for 25 Bob was delicious!

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Beyond the Horizon

October 18, 2024

The hiking trail to El Fuerte near Samaipata is a real experience that shows the Andes in all their glory. The climb over the hills of Samaipata to a height of 1,950 meters offers sweeping views over the hilly landscape. The view of the lush green valleys and the Andean ridges is breathtaking and gives the feeling of hiking in another time.

A special highlight is the archaeological site of El Fuerte de Samaipata itself, which delves deep into the history of the Inca culture. Numerous symbols and figures carved into the sandstone that can be found on the plateau tell of ancient rituals and ceremonies. Particularly impressive are the two parallel canals that face exactly east and west and may have had a ceremonial significance.

The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an absolute must for history buffs. However, it is also worth it for nature lovers to simply enjoy the peaceful view and the beauty of the surrounding mountains. A small restaurant above the parking lot offers delicious food and invites you to take a break after the hike.

Tip: If you are planning the visit, I recommend that you start early in the morning to fully enjoy the peace and quiet and the fresh mountain air.

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