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Samaipata, Bolivia
Santa Cruz Department · Bolivia
Samaipata is a small town in Santa Cruz Department, Bolivia with a population of 3,500. Elevation: 5,558 ft (1,694 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samaipata
Samaipata or Samaypata is a small town in the Florida Province of the Santa Cruz Department in Bolivia. It has a subtropical climate and an altitude of 1600–1800 m. It lies about 120 kilometers to the southwest of the city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra in the foothills of the Andes on the way to Sucre. It is a popular resort for the inhabitants of Santa Cruz due to its cool climate. As such, there is a regular bus and taxi service to Santa Cruz. The town is small, with numerous vibrant colonial buildings and narrow cobbled streets. It is located close to several tourist attractions such as El Fuerte de Samaipata, the Amboro National Park, El Codo de los Andes, Cuevas waterfalls, vineyards, rapids and lagoons, as well as well-preserved colonial towns such as Vallegrande, Pampagrande, Postrervalle, Santiago del Valle, Pucará, and others. It is also the first stop in the several tourist trails to Sucre, Potosi, and the Che Guevara route.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,500 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft (1,694 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.1775°, -63.8756° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Santa Cruz Department |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samaipata
Samaipata is a small town in Bolivia (Santa Cruz Department) with a population of 3,500. The city sits at an elevation of 5,558 feet (1,694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,558 ft (1,694 m) |
| Area | 580.8 sq mi (1,504.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.1775°N, 63.8756°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in |
Samaipata has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 62°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Samaipata
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Florida | - | - | - | - |
| Hogar de Niños "Filadelfia" | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Doctor Napoleón Gomez | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Otilia Vaca Díez | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Gral Agustin Saavedra 2 | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Santiago del Valle | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. 25 de Julio | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Gral Agustin Saavedra 1 | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Juan de la Cruz Ligeron | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Aquilino Salces Guzman | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Bernardino Peña Vidal | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. 27 de Mayo de Achira | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Los Helechos | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Prof. Cecilia Vaca de Fernandez | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Juan Banegas Caballero | - | - | - | - |
| UE Pedro Velasco Montaño | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. El Paraiso de Piedras Blancas | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Gral. Barrientos Ortuño | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Benedicto Padilla Cuellar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Samaipata
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Samaipata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Regional de Samaipata | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Regional de Samaipata |
Libraries in Samaipata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura (Mairana) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samaipata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Casta Hurtado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Samaipata |
Hotels in Samaipata
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Samaipata
34 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Samaipata
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Samaipata
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Samaipata
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samaipata
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Samaipata
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Samaipata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Samaipata
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Viru Viru International Airport | VVI | Large Airport |
| El Trompillo Airport | SRZ | Medium Airport |
| Cabezas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capitán Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport | VAH | Small Airport |
| Caranda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Collpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Comarapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guirapembi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morro Vermelho Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pepinalito Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Piray Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Seco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Samaipata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yabog Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Samaipata
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Fuerte de Samaipata | Cultural | 1998 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samaipata
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Exaltacion de La Cruz | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia Adventista del 7mo Dia | |
| Iglesia Bautista Maranatha | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Sra de la Merced | |
| Monasterio Gnostico Tipheret | |
| Testigos de Jehová |
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What is the population of Samaipata?
Samaipata has a population of 3,500 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 580.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samaipata?
Samaipata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.