Sacabaya

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Volcano in Bolivia

Sacabaya is a pyroclastic shield in Bolivia. It is located on the Altiplano near to the Rio Lauca. The volcano is composed of ignimbrite, which has formed a shield. The shield is capped by an area of vents which has many overlapping craters, and is elongated in shape. At the southern end lies the youngest of the craters which has a lava dome within it.

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Coordinates
-18.617, -68.750
Timezone
America/La_Paz
Elevation
4215 m

Overview of Sacabaya

Travellers heading to Bolivia will find Sacabaya, a spot. What stands out most: nature. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 4,215 metres.

Things to do in Sacabaya

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Nature in Sacabaya

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Nature lovers get Volcanoes. All of it is drawn from Sacabaya's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.

Volcanoes

Getting there & around

Sacabaya is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Bolivia and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/La_Paz.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sacabaya known for?
Sacabaya, in Bolivia, is best known for nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
What can you do in Sacabaya?
Recorded activities in Sacabaya include Volcanoes. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
Where is Sacabaya located?
Sacabaya is located in Bolivia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.

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