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Chochís
Spend a half‑day in Chochís to see the Marian sanctuary and hike Devil’s Thumb; one day is enough.
Chochís is a tiny town in Santa Cruz department, known for its Marian sanctuary at the foot of the Devil’s Thumb and a stop on the Red Oriental railway. All sights are within walking distance, so a single day (or a half‑day if on a longer itinerary) covers the main attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BOB
- Best months
- May–Oct (dry season)
- avoid Nov–Apr (rainy season)
- Airport
- VVI
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Bolivia ↗Visa rules depend on your passport (some nationalities need a visa in advance): check with Bolivia's migration authority or a Bolivian consulate.
- Bolivia ↗Most of the tourist route is above 3,500 m: ascend gradually, rest on arrival, and see a doctor before travel if you have heart or lung conditions.
- Bolivia ↗Protests and road blockades (bloqueos) are frequent and can close routes and cities for days; watch local news and keep plans flexible.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Chochís110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Chochís, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the boliviano (BOB, Bs).Bolivia-wide
- SIM or eSIMEntel, Tigo and Viva sell SIMs with passport registration in their own shops.Bolivia-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap; bottled or filtered.Bolivia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Round up; about 10% in tourist restaurants.Bolivia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Bolivia-wide
- SafetyChochís is generally safe; watch for occasional road blockages and keep valuables secure in public areas.
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- RestroomsPay a boliviano or two; bring paper.Bolivia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 118 ambulance · 119 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBlockades and strikes close shops and roads; Sunday is quiet.Bolivia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportVVI Viru Viru International Airport (Santa Cruz) (≈ 2 h drive to Chochís).
- Getting aroundThe town is walkable; footpaths connect the sanctuary, Devil’s Thumb trail and river swimming spot.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a local caféBs 2–4
- Budget bedGuesthouse bed (if available), a night, per personBOB 50
- Mid-range bedHotel in Santa Cruz (round-trip day trip), a night, per roomBOB 350
- High-end bedHotel in Santa Cruz (round-trip day trip), a night, per roomBOB 600
A day, not counting the bed: Budget BOB 150 · Mid BOB 250 · High BOB 350
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- VVI Viru Viru International Airport (Santa Cruz) (≈ 2 h drive to Chochís)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C) low), wettest Jul (8 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Chochís: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town is walkable; footpaths connect the sanctuary, Devil’s Thumb trail and river swimming spot.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Roboré
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h total
Bus from Chochís main square, about 30 min
Small town with additional colonial sites
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Local guesthouses (if any)
Accommodation limited; book in Santa Cruz and travel early
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Bs 150–250 excl. bed
- Mid
- Bs 250–350 excl. bed
- High
- Bs 350–500 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse bed (if available)1 × 1 night × BOB 50 | BOB 50 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × BOB 150 | BOB 150 |
| Red Oriental train ticket (round-trip)1 × BOB 30 · check | BOB 30 |
| Bus Santa Cruz → Chochís (round-trip)1 × BOB 25 · check | BOB 25 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | BOB 26 |
| Trip total≈ BOB 281 per person per day, bed included | BOB 281 |
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2026 estimate in bolivianos; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a local café | Bs 2–4 |
| Water bottle | Bs 1–2 |
| Bus fare Santa Cruz → Chochís | Bs 15–20 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited lodging in Chochís – plan to stay in Santa Cruz or nearby towns
- Train and bus schedules can vary; verify times before travel
- River swimming spot may be inaccessible during high water
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Ambulance
- 118
- Fire
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Ambulance118
- Fire119
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Red Oriental train Chochís ↔ Santa Cruz: ≈ Bs 30 each way (check)
- Bus Santa Cruz ↔ Chochís: ≈ Bs 15–20 each way (check)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Chochís. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct (dry season) · avoid Nov–Apr (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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