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Coroico

La Paz Department, Bolivia · South America

About Coroico

Coroico is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Coripata, 16km from North Yungas Road (Death Road).

Coroico is a town located in La Paz Department, Bolivia. With a population of 2,361, it is an important destination in South America.

On a road trip, Coroico sits in Bolivia. It's in the America/La Paz time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Coroico to your route.

About Coroico

Coroico is a town in Nor Yungas Province, in the La Paz Department of western Bolivia.

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Coroico offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Coroico located?

Coroico is located in La Paz Department, Bolivia, South America. The coordinates are -16.1939 latitude, -67.7300 longitude.

What is the population of Coroico?

Coroico has a population of approximately 2,361 people, making it a town in Bolivia.

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Quick Information

Population
2,361
Continent
South America
Country
Bolivia
Region
La Paz Department
Timezone
America/La_Paz
Coordinates
-16.1939, -67.7300

Tags

South AmericaBoliviaLa Paz DepartmentTown

Worth the detour from Coroico

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

North Yungas Road (Death Road)

Bolivia's infamous former highway drops 3,600 meters from La Paz to Coroico along narrow cliffside ledges with no guardrails.

16 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Huayna Potosí

A 6,088-meter peak near La Paz that is one of the world's most accessible 6,000-meter summits, offering glacier climbing for beginners.

46 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

La Paz Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas)

A surreal street market in the world's highest capital selling dried llama fetuses, potions, and Aymara spiritual offerings.

55 km · about 65 min drive

natural wonder

Valle de la Luna (La Paz)

A surreal moonscape of eroded clay spires and canyons on the outskirts of La Paz, sculpted by centuries of wind and rain.

56 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

La Paz

The world's highest administrative capital set in a dramatic canyon, with the Mi Teleferico cable car network and the famous Witches' Market.

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Coroico

  • 16 kmNorth Yungas Road (Death Road)Bolivia's infamous former highway drops 3,600 meters from La Paz to Coroico along narrow cliffside ledges with no guardrails.
  • 46 kmHuayna PotosíA 6,088-meter peak near La Paz that is one of the world's most accessible 6,000-meter summits, offering glacier climbing for beginners.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Coroico.

Coripata

🇧🇴 Bolivia

18 km awayPop. 2,107

Chulumani

🇧🇴 Bolivia

32 km awayPop. 2,952

Caranavi

🇧🇴 Bolivia

44 km awayPop. 45,747

La Paz

🇧🇴 Bolivia

56 km awayPop. 2,004,652

Mecapaca

🇧🇴 Bolivia

61 km awayPop. 13,289

Achocalla

🇧🇴 Bolivia

62 km awayPop. 19,583

Guanay

🇧🇴 Bolivia

79 km away

Viacha

🇧🇴 Bolivia

79 km awayPop. 86,218

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