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La Paz eSIM

46 Bolivia plans · from $5.94

La Paz is a city in a canyon, served by the largest urban cable car network in the world — Mi Teleférico is public transport and sightseeing at once, and it is the sane way to move between the valley floor and El Alto. A travel eSIM covers the city and the routes out to Uyuni, where coverage stops being a given.

Landing at El Alto International (LPB)

At 4,061 metres this is the highest international airport in the world, sitting on the rim above the city. The descent into La Paz drops nearly 500 metres in minutes — take the altitude seriously on day one and let the taxi do the work.

eSIM plans that cover La Paz

La Paz is covered by every Bolivia plan below — there is no separate city-only eSIM to buy.

Choose a data plan

★ BEST VALUE

Unlimited

1 days· ∞ GB per $1

$5.94

1 GB

7 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$7.03

2 GB

15 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$11.45

3 GB

30 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$14.44

Unlimited

3 days· ∞ GB per $1

$18.91

5 GB

30 days· 0.3 GB per $1

$22.56

Unlimited

5 days· ∞ GB per $1

$26.25

10 GB

30 days· 0.3 GB per $1

$34.93

Unlimited

7 days· ∞ GB per $1

$36.49

Unlimited

10 days· ∞ GB per $1

$45.67

20 GB

30 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$64.57

20 GB

Global - Max only

60 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$126.65

50 GB

30 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$130.75

100 GB

30 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$254.52

50 GB

Global - Max only

90 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$299.22

Which networks you'll be on in La Paz

Siima eSIMs for Bolivia ride Entel and Tigo. Entel, the state operator, has the widest reach across the altiplano; both cover La Paz and El Alto well.

Coverage around La Paz

Mi Teleférico

The cable car lines have coverage along their routes and at the stations — the ride over the canyon is one of the better-connected commutes anywhere, and the view is the point.

Central La Paz and the Witches' Market

Good coverage through Sopocachi, the Prado and the market streets, though the canyon walls create shadows in the steeper side valleys.

Death Road and the Yungas

The descent to Coroico has signal at the top and bottom and long gaps through the middle. Operators plan for it; ride with one that does.

Salar de Uyuni

Uyuni town has coverage. The salt flat itself and the multi-day tours south towards the lagoons are a genuine dead zone — one of the largest in South America. Download everything first.

How much data you need

Ten days in Bolivia is 3–4 GB. The Uyuni leg consumes nothing because there is nothing to consume, and altitude means you will be on your phone less than you plan to be.

Work it out with our data usage calculator →

Frequently asked questions

Will my eSIM work on the Salar de Uyuni?
In Uyuni town, yes. Out on the salt flat and on the three-day tours towards the Chilean border, essentially no — this is a real dead zone lasting days. Tell someone your itinerary and download your maps and music before you leave town.
Is La Paz the capital of Bolivia?
It is the seat of government and where the presidency and legislature sit, but Sucre is the constitutional capital and home to the supreme court. One Bolivia plan covers both and the rest of the country.
How do I set up an eSIM before arriving in La Paz?
Install it at home while you still have Wi-Fi: open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan the QR code from your Siima confirmation email. Leave the line switched off until you land — the plan starts counting from first use in Bolivia, not from purchase.
How much data do I need for a trip to La Paz?
Ten days in Bolivia is 3–4 GB. The Uyuni leg consumes nothing because there is nothing to consume, and altitude means you will be on your phone less than you plan to be.
Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in La Paz?
Almost always. Daily roaming passes from most home carriers run $10–15 per day, while Siima plans covering La Paz start from $5.94 for the whole trip. You also avoid per-megabyte charges if you exceed a roaming pass allowance.
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