Uyuni Salt Flats (3 Days) English Speaking Guide
Uyuni Salt Flats (3 Days) English Speaking Guide
Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni is considered one of the most extreme and remarkable vistas in all of South America, if not Earth. Stretching more than 4,050 square miles of the Altiplano, it is the world’s largest salt flat, left behind by prehistoric lakes evaporated long ago.
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Train Cemetery
Most of the trains that can be found in the Graveyard date back to the early 20th century and were imported from Britain. There are over 100 train cars with unique structure and occasional graffitis. In other places in the world, the mighty steel trains would have held up better. The salt winds that blow over Uyuni, which hosts the world’s largest salt plain, have corroded all of the metal. Without guards or even a fence, these pieces were picked over and vandalized long ago.
45 minutesColchani
A visit to the Salt Museum is also popular among those who stop off at Colchani. This tiny yet picturesque space consists of salt bricks and a multitude of carved sculptures. It isn’t your typical museum as it takes no longer than 5-10 minutes to see all that it has to offer which makes it the perfect quick stop off for those passing through the town.
45 minutesSalar de Uyuni
At certain times of the year, nearby lakes overflow and a thin layer of water transforms the flats into a stunning reflection of the sky. This beautiful and otherworldly terrain serves as a lucrative extraction site for salt and lithium—the element responsible for powering laptops, smart phones, and electric cars. In addition to local workers who harvest these minerals, the landscape is home to the world's first salt hotel and populated by road-tripping tourists.
3 hoursDakar Monument
Lunch Stop
2 hoursIsla Incahuasi
You have to pay an entry fee to climb the hill (B$30), and tour groups clamber over the hiking trails chasing the perfect photo of cacti and salt. It’s a 15-minute walk to the top of the island, with a trail that loops back, but it's worth it. Note that during the wet season when the salar is flooded, the island is inaccessible.
2 hoursSalar de Uyuni
Day 2: Ollague Volcano – Siloli Desert – Red Lagoon
10 hoursOllagüe
We will see this from a view point
30 minutesSiloli Desert
Be properly acclimatized before visiting the highest desert in the world at a dizzying 15,000 feet (4550 meters). Dusty, barren and hopelessly isolated, many wonder if they have arrived at the end of the world.
1 hourArbol de Piedra
A psychedelic oddity, this 22 foot (7 meter) tall stone tree lies on the edge of the Siloli Desert. It owes its rather unusual shape to strong winds which have eroded its soft sandstone stem over millions of years.
1 hourLaguna Colorada
Day 3: Polques Lagoon – Green Lagoon – White Lagoon – Uyuni
10 hoursGeiser Sol de la Manana
Meaning “morning sun” in English, this series of impressive geysers are best observed at first light. Pools of boiling mud abound while the strongest geyser sprays pressurized steam up to 160 feet (50 meters) in the air. There are no safety barriers in place so think twice about getting up close for a selfie.
30 minutesDesierto Dali
Named after the surrealist master himself, the Dali Desert is famous for its unworldly landscapes. Hues of brown and ochre contrast sharply with the deep blue sky and the snowy peaks of nearby volcanoes. Meanwhile, random piles of rocks inexplicably scattered around the desert complete the dreamy scene
1 hourLaguna Verde
Nestled beneath the ominous Licancábur volcano lies one of Bolivia’s most colorful attractions. Although not as green as it was years ago (a process blamed on climate change), the lagoon still boasts a vibrant hue and a dramatic setting.
30 minutesLicancabur
No accommodation included on this day.
30 minutesIncluded
- 02 Night's Accommodation (basic ones).
- First Aid Kit
- Round Trip Transport
- Tea and Coffee
- 2x Breakfast
- 2x Dinner
- 3x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
- Entry/Admission - Dakar Monument
- Entry/Admission - Salar de Uyuni
- Entry/Admission - Laguna Verde
- Entry/Admission - Arbol de Piedra
- Entry/Admission - Siloli Desert
- Entry/Admission - Geiser Sol de la Manana
- Entry/Admission - Train Cemetery
Not Included
- Entrance to Isla Incahuasi (Bs 30)
- Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama - Chile (USD 15)
- Parque Eduardo Avora (Bs 150)
- private rooms extra payment usd45 p/p both nights optional.
- hot springs (swimming) 6 bob p/p
Good to Know
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.