Town in Beni, Bolivia
Getting around Rurrenabaque
How to get around Rurrenabaque
Walk or take cheap moto taxis around town. Reach Rurrenabaque by 45-minute flight from La Paz or an overnight bus of 14–18 hours over the Yungas road.
Ways to get around Rurrenabaque
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Moto taxi | About Bs 3–8 | Anywhere in town; agree the price first |
| Flight from La Paz | Varies | About 45 minutes; weather cancellations are common, so keep a buffer day |
| Bus from La Paz | About Bs 150–250 | 14–18 h overnight over a winding mountain road |
Taxis in Rurrenabaque
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Moto taxis and a few taxis charge fixed fares; agree before getting on. Tour agencies include transfers.
Arriving in Rurrenabaque
Rurrenabaque Airport (RBQ)
Small airport 3 km from town; moto taxi Bs 5–10 or taxi Bs 15–25, 10 min. Flights from La Paz are weather-dependent.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Motorbikes are rented locally for daytime trips, but roads are poor and rental checks are informal.
- Driving: on the right. Carry a 1949 International Driving Permit together with the home licence; police and rental firms ask for both.
- Onward travel in Bolivia: Long-distance buses link every city cheaply; pay extra for tourist-class companies with seatbelts and rested drivers. BoA flies between the main cities, saving long, blockade-prone road trips.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Rurrenabaque?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Moto taxis and a few taxis charge fixed fares; agree before getting on. Tour agencies include transfers.
What's the best way to get around Rurrenabaque?
Walk or take cheap moto taxis around town. Reach Rurrenabaque by 45-minute flight from La Paz or an overnight bus of 14–18 hours over the Yungas road.
How do I get from the airport to Rurrenabaque?
Small airport 3 km from town; moto taxi Bs 5–10 or taxi Bs 15–25, 10 min. Flights from La Paz are weather-dependent.
Is Rurrenabaque walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- Boliviana de Aviación (BoA)
- Mi Teleférico (La Paz–El Alto cable cars)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bolivia
- Madidi National Park (SERNAP)
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