Espejillos
Santa Cruz Department · Nature and hiking
At Espejillos the river flows over big smooth rock slabs, forming natural slides, clear pools and small waterfalls in the middle of the forest. It's Santa Cruz's favourite weekend escape, less than two hours from the city.
600 maltitude
0 to 1 dayto spend there
Things to do
- Swim in the natural pools
- Waterfalls and rock slides
- Picnic by the river
What to eat
- MajaditoRice cooked with charque or chicken, served with a fried egg and fried plantain. The dish of Santa Cruz and the Beni.
- Tropical fruitMangoes, pineapples, papayas, achachairú (a small tangy fruit) and fresh juices everywhere for a few bolivianos.
Tip. The last stretch of track is best by 4x4. Very busy at weekends: weekdays are much calmer.
How to get to Espejillos
Santa Cruz 4x4 tour or excursion · 1 h 30 to 2 h
Car or 4x4 tour: the last stretch is rough.
Photos of Espejillos
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