Half-Day Potosí Active Mine Trip to Cerro Rico
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About the Activity
Take a 3-hour tour to visit the local workers in the active mine of Cerro Rico (at 4,400m) and learn the history of Potosi. Discover the different galleries and interior levels of the mines and get a feel for the harsh working conditions. Experience the Potosi mines just like the local workers.3 hours 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
English-speaking guide
Transportation
Gifts for the miners (can be purchased before going to the mine)
Suggested tip for the guide ($10 Bs)
Food and drinks
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Potosi
Potosi, BoliviaYour trip will begin with a short sightseeing tour around Potosi and a stop at the Mining Market on your way up to "Cerro Rico". At the market you will be able to observe a wide range of materials and tools used by the miners in their daily jobs at the mine. Buy dynamite, alcohol and coca leaves to give as a present to the miners you will meet on your tour.3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Cerro Rico
Aycucho # 19, entre calles Bolívar y Frías, Potosi, BoliviaShortly before arriving to the mines, you will make a stop at a small storage room where you will put on work pants, jacket, boots, helmet and lamp to go into the mine as a security measure.
Inside them you can appreciate the system of miners’ work that has not suffered great changes after so much time of exploitation. The use of dynamite, air compressors and mechanical perforators have all been used in the mining process.
Your tour will take you through the different galleries and levels of the mines where you can see statues that the miners have built to represent their gods, such as the Uncle of the Mine. You will be able to view the mineral veins that are a group of rocks and chemical formations of minerals in the mine and other formations unique to Cerro Rico. Interact with the local workers, give them a small present as a token of your appreciation for their hard work and observe the humbling work they do here through different methods that are carried out numerous times a day.3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Plaza 10 de Noviembre (In front of the Cathedral)View Location
End point
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Plaza 10 de Noviembre (In front of the Cathedral)View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 7 years old
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketImportant: Please contact Bamba Experience at go@bambaexperience.com to confirm your departure information at least 1 week prior to your first day of travel. This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/La_Paz time to receive 100% refund.
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