Cholitas Wrestling show-La Paz-El Alto Support theWrestlersBehind

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

This isn't just a show. By booking with us, your contribution goes directly to the "Cholitas Wrestling Líder" organization, supporting the fighters’ livelihoods and their cultural legacy.
You will also receive an exclusive PDF guide that explains the history behind.

Round-trip transportation from downtown La Paz (Museo de la Coca)

Entrance ticket to Cholitas Wrestling show

Reserved seating

Exclusive digital PDF cultural guide

Small souvenir from the Cholitas Wrestling community

Host in English and Spanish

Drop-off in downtown La Paz (San Francisco Church) or at the main bus station(previous coordination)

Light snacks and refreshments (popcorn and soda)

What's Included

Entrance fee
exclusive PDF guide - A valid WhatsApp number is required, as we will use it
popcorn and soda
transport round trip
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Meals

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
    Museo de La Coca
    1 stops
    1 Points of interest
    Duration: 4 hours

    Operating Schedule: Your evening begins with pickup from downtown La Paz at the Museo de la Coca at 15:45, where we take you on a scenic 40-minute ride up to El Alto. As we arrive, you’ll join the vibrant crowd waiting for one of Bolivia’s most unforgettable experiences: Cholitas Wrestling. This experience is organized directly with the Cholitas Wrestling community. Your booking supports the performers themselves and promotes fair and responsible tourism, helping these women continue sharing their culture with dignity and pride. Unlike other visits where there is little cultural explanation, you will receive an exclusive digital PDF guide created especially for our travelers. This guide includes information not explained during the show, such as: The cultural meaning behind the performance Why this show became a symbol of strength and empowerment This extra material allows you to truly understand what you are watching, not just see it. Wrestling in Bolivia is known as an entertaining sport, and while locals usually attend on special occasions, today this event has become an authentic cultural attraction that allows cholitas to earn a living through their talent and courage. These remarkable women, dressed in their traditional pollera skirts, braids, and bowler hats, step into the ring to perform theatrical wrestling matches that mix athleticism, humor, and cultural storytelling. What looks like a show quickly becomes a powerful statement of identity and resilience — a celebration of strength and laughter that connects you to the heart of Bolivian culture. With us, you are not just a spectator. You are contributing to a vision of responsible tourism. We partner exclusively with Cholitas Wrestling Líder, the official company that pays the fighters, ensuring your visit truly benefits these incredible women. Most shows include music, crowd interaction, and moments where the performers invite laughter, cheers, and applause. More than a wrestling event, it’s a shared experience that reflects the history and pride of Aymara women, making it a highlight of any visit to La Paz. After the show, we return to downtown La Paz around 8:00 pm. If you have a night bus, we can drop you off at the central bus station. (Previous coordination)

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    Main door on the street Pick up point at 3:45

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bolivian Nexus Travel

Tags

Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Hop on Hop Off Buses
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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