Minimum age: 15 years old – Must have parents permission
Maximum age: 55 years old – Medical proof of optimum health status

Note: There aren't miners in the mines on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

After meeting time at 9:30 a.m. at the Main Gate of the Museum “Casa de la Moneda”, start a tour of the mines located in the majestic and historic “Cerro Rico de Potosi”.

First, visit the mining market called the "Mercado del Minero" place where hundreds of miners stock up on material or equipment needed for work such as dynamite, ammonium nitrate, detonator, carbide lamp, drill holes, coca leaves, liquor, among others. (Good opportunity to take pictures and buy gifts for the miners).

Then, we will give you the equipment for visiting the mines such as helmets, boots, flashlights, and coveralls.

Before visiting the mine inside, we have a stop at one lookout point of the “Cerro Rico de Potosí” where travelers can take amazing pictures of the city.

Continue the tour at the inner part of the mine where visitors can watch the different working ways of the Bolivian cooperative mining, the mining religiosity (rich in complexity), and miners´ rituals, and customs.

Go into a completely different and unknown world through dark galleries only illuminated by electric lamps; wide and narrow tunnels where the visitor, according to his demands, can make an effortless tour and live one of the greatest adventures in his life.

During the tour, your guide will explain to you the history and process of the minerals.

Duration Tour: 3 Hours

Our knowledgeable (English) guide will help you gain fascinating insights into the lives of 980 working miners. You will also experience the excitement of a dynamite explosion and listen to accounts of the history of the mines, their economy, the miners’ culture and working conditions.

09:30

The main gate of museum "La Casa de la Moneda" on Ayacucho street

10:00

Departure for Potosi Mines

10:30

Visit Miner's Market

11:00

Visit a Refinery plant

12:00

Visit Potosi Mines

12:30

The main gate of museum "La Casa de la Moneda" on Ayacucho street

- Specialized bilingual guide. (English – Spanish)
- Transportation.
- Entrance fees.
- Equipment needed for the mine tour: (helmet, boots, flashlight, and a
coverall)

- Gifts for miners.
- Tips.
- Drinks.
- Others not mentioned

- Comfortable shoes.
- Thick Socks.
- Water

We advise eating a good breakfast/lunch before leaving. Wear old clothes and take a handkerchief to filter the dusty air.
For extra energy (you’ll need it) take water, soda, chocolate bars, bananas and other snacks

Cancellation or changes to this tour:

CHANGES: Changes must be made before 1:00 pm (La Paz time), 1 day before the tour begins. After this time, there is a 100% change fee.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel two days prior to the tour before 5:00 pm (La Paz time) or earlier, a 35% administration fee (+ the card fee) will apply. After this time, there is a 100% no-show or cancellation fee.

You must email bookings@findlocaltrips.com (include the name of the tour and the reservation number) to cancel this tour or make any changes.

1. Who can do this tour?

   Everyone, except for children under 12 years old, or adults over 70 years old, claustrophobic people, and those with asthma or other medical conditions.

2. What should I bring to the tour?

   You should bring your camera, a bottle of water, extra snacks, extra money (for tips and personal expenses), walking shoes, and have a handkerchief/ headscarf handy. Take comfortable and sturdy clothes, such as waterproof clothing, a thermal shirt, a rainproof/windproof jacket, and long pants/trousers.

3. Will I have problems with altitude sickness on this tour?

   Altitude sickness can catch many travellers a little bit off guard. Not everyone gets sick in high altitudes, and it is difficult to predict who is likely to be badly affected by it. For most people, it is nothing more than a headache and a dizzy sensation that diminishes over a short period of time, 1 to 2 days for most people. If you want to limit your chances of getting sick, there are a few things you can do. Firstly, do not fly directly into high altitude - proceed slowly, allowing your body time to acclimatise as you ascend gradually. However, for many that is not possible, so it’s important to drink lots of water, and to slow down! This sounds simple, but both of these things are very important. Your body is struggling because you don’t have enough oxygen, so avoiding any strenuous activity is a good idea. Chew some coca leaves - the native people of South America have been chewing coca for centuries, thanks to its ability to alleviate mild altitude sickness symptoms. Coca leaves can be bought in any supermarket, and even souvenir shops or street stalls. Take altitude sickness pills (Soroche): these are sold over the counter all over Peru and Bolivia, and are just a few dollars. If you are flying straight into altitude over 2500 metres without spending any time at an intermediate elevation, and you’re worried about getting sick, you can ask your doctor for more specific and stronger altitude sickness medication in advance. In the rare case that your symptoms are more severe than a headache and mild dizziness, you should descend in altitude and seek medical assistance.

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