Sorata Thorntree forum

Sorata forum

Create a new thread

1
2
3
4
5
...
14
Next

Showing 1-25 of 335 results

Recent posts

Trekking: Illampu circuit vs Apolobamba vs Cordillerea Real traverse

by gabe1 09 May 2012

Can someone comment on which of these treks has the most stunning alpine scenery? I know the guidebooks seem to rave about Apolobamba,…
RE: Caranavi Bolivia

by Standanista 19 April 2012

I found this while researching another post. For anyone planning on doing this trip, be warned that road from Coroico to Caranavi is…
Sorata trip friday the 2nd

by titop 29 February 2012

Hi. A friend and I are renting a car to go to Sorata this friday the 2nd. We have 3 seats available. Let me know if you want to join…
RE: Architects wanted for new / extended Presidential Palace

by Standanista 17 February 2012

Right then. Firstly, Mr Brunker is clearly in the pay of the Bolivian Armed Forces Public Relations Office, as I believe the figure for…
RE: 4 week Bolivia itinerary

by anzinpants 14 February 2012

Thanks, for that. Am a bit hesitant about the bike ride myself, though have found another potential option in a 5 day combined bike…
RE: Shape of Bolivian roads

by Threeshire 12 January 2012

clarityclaribelle #11: I suppose you realize that Coroico and to Sorata involve two completely different routes and that there is no direct…
Re: Shape of Bolivian roads

by clarityclaribelle 12 January 2012

Hello everyone, We will be in the Yungas at the end of January beginning of February as we would like to explore the area around Sorata…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by Standanista 07 January 2012

Coroico update, from the internet place on the plaza: After being here for the last week or so, I hereby wish to withdraw the recommendat…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by Standanista 31 December 2011

I suspected as much. Hope they've stuck to the corporate typeface of bamboo-style lettering for their "PIZZERIA" sign. The sun's come…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by ban_janti 31 December 2011

Thx for update Stan. I've e-mail Sol y Luna few days ago and no avail. It seems that they don't like money. Might give Cerro Verde a try…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by Standanista 31 December 2011

I'm in Coroico now and it's wet. No constant drizzle but regular downpours. Pleasantly cool/warm (t-shirt and jeans weather), occasional…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by ban_janti 22 December 2011

#4 I'll try to get proper camouflage, I'll sacrifice a few teeth and stick my mouth with coca as a hamster. I'll try not to eat until…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by jamesbrunker 22 December 2011

[This shows|http://sites.google.com/site/boliviaweather/weather-in-la-paz/weather-in-coroico] Coroico's weather, not as accurate as standani…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by Standanista 22 December 2011

It's a deal. Just make sure you shave off any camba moustache, put a red poncho on, pronounces your S's and change your R's for Z's,…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by jamesbrunker 22 December 2011

Copa's not usually too bad in the rainy season, definately dryer than the others overall though can have v wet spells. Can be some awesome…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by ban_janti 22 December 2011

Copa is also SO wet? Ok, I take your word for it my +kolla+ compañero ;-) >Make sure you catch up for a beer when you're in these lofty…
RE: Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by Standanista 22 December 2011

Out of that lot I probably would pick Coroico, the lowest, as it will be warmer. They'll all be wet, and the lake can get cold and miserabl…
Coroico, Sorata or Copacabana in Jan - weather wise

by ban_janti 22 December 2011

Hi! I need to spend few days around La Paz in mid January, what will be the best place weather wise from the one mention above? (any…
RE: cell phone provider

by Standanista 21 December 2011

I'm very satisfied with 'em, although granted I don't go bush too much, Peter. But for the main cities nationally, and provincial La…
laguna glacier trek bolivia

by ultimatum 17 November 2011

Hi All I'm heading to Sorata next week and thinking of doing the laguna glacier trek. Just wondering if any has done it recently and…
Re: What type of Parrots or Parakeets did I see in Sorata?

by rcasad 25 October 2011

No, I do not believe it is the green guacamayo. thanks though. iI do not remember it having such prominant blue tail feathers. I have…
What type of Parrots or Parakeets did I see in Sorata?

by rcasad 19 October 2011

I went to Sorata last week and saw many parrots or large parakeets in Sorata. They were green but did not get a good/extended look at…
RE: Hiking/Trekking in the Andes - Advice

by Tryfan 13 October 2011

Tierra del Fuego is rugged, beautiful and remote. You are unlikely to meet another trekker (unless you go to the actul national park…
Mapiri Track onto Rurre

by mtnmichelle 12 October 2011

Hello my boyfriend and I would like to hike the Mapiri Track from Sorata at the end of October/ beginning of November. Can anyone recommend…
VISA/airport ATM

by clocherrm 09 October 2011

I'm arriving at El Alto airport 5:30am. Can I get a visa on arrival? The B. Government website says I'll need a 2x2 color foto, $135,…