27. Bolivia, $30/day
Bolivia isn’t for everybody, but if you are looking for a real South American adventure (on a budget, nevertheless), this is the place to be. You will deal with a handful of long, winding roads off the beaten path, the altitude can be problematic for some, but the adventures are endless. The Salt Flats and Death Road bicycle trip are unmissable, the Amazon is largely untouched, and the country is incredibly ethnically diverse.
For things to remain cheap, you just need to stick with the locals’ lifestyle. For instance, you can get a 3-course meal for less than $2 if you eat at a local restaurant. The same goes for transportation and accommodation if you take the local buses, and walk into local guesthouses instead of booking online. The tours to places like the Salt Flats can be exorbitant, but 100% worth it.
Meals: $8 – $10 per day
Accommodation: $8 – $12 per night in a hostel (try walking in for lower prices)
Transportation: $1 – $2 for a full day of local bus rides, or $8 – $15 for an intercity train ride
SIM card with data: $8 for 1GB with a 30-day validity
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