Uyuni Salt Flat Private (3 days) from Uyuni

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• 1 person: US$ 2,090 per person.
• Group of 2 persons: US$ 1,110 per person.
• Group of 3 persons: US$ 900 per person.
• Group of 4 persons: US$ 800 per person.
• Group of 5 persons: US$ 620 per person.

*If your group has 6 or more people on the same itinerary, add the tour to the cart multiple times: once per vehicle (max. 5 passengers per vehicle).

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• Pay the total price of the program online.
• You can reschedule or cancel your booking (with a 100% refund) up to 30 days before the tour starts.

• Pick-up at your accommodation (urban area).
• Drop off at your accommodation.
• Private transport.
• Spanish-speaking driver.
• Rubber boots.
• Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner (starting with breakfast on the first day and ending with breakfast on the fourth day).
• Two nights in 3-stars hotels, in double or queen-size private room, with private bathroom, hot shower and solar panels heating:
  • 1st night in Hotel Luna Salada (Hotel Palacio de Sal, or Hotel Cristal Samaña, according to availability).
  • 2nd night in Hotel Mallku Cueva (or Hotel Tayka Desierto, according to availability).

• Drinks or beverages in the hotels.
• Guide.
• Border tax (Bs. 17 per person).
• Towels.
  
• Park entrance fees (Bs. 210 per person):
  • Admission to Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve (Bs. 150 per person).
  • Admission to Polques Hot Springs (Bs. 30 per person).
  • Admission to Incahuasi Island (Bs. 30 per person).
• Access to bathrooms along the route (approx. Bs. 6 each).
  

• English-speaking driver (for the whole trip):
  • 1 person: US$ 210.
  • Group of 2 people: US$ 105 per person.
  • Group of 3 people: US$ 70 per person.
  • Group of 4 people: US$ 53 per person.
  • Group of 5 people: US$ 42 per person.

• ​Comfortable and warm clothing.
• Comfortable shoes (preferably trekking shoes).
• Swimsuit (for the Polques Hot Springs).
• Towel.
• Sunglasses.
• Sunscreen.
• Toilet paper.
• Personal hygiene items.
• Water (1 liter per person for the first day; you can buy more along the way on the following days).
• Between Bs. 350 and Bs. 500 for expenses not included in the tour (entrance fees, taxes, restrooms, souvenirs, etc.)​
  

• Because the tour reaches 5,000 m (16,404 ft) above sea level and takes place in a limited-space vehicle, the following people cannot participate:
  • Children up to 7 years old (minimum age required: 8).
  • Adults over 65, unless they present a medical certificate stating they are in optimal condition to do activities above 5,000 m (16,404 ft).
  • People who weigh more than 100 kg (220 lb) (due to the vehicle’s limited space).
  • Pregnant women.
  • People with high blood pressure, heart failure, asthma, or similar conditions.

Start: Day 1 at 10:00 am at your accommodation in Uyuni.

End: Day 3 at 6:00 pm in Uyuni (this end time may vary due to weather conditions or force majeure, so we recommend scheduling your departure from Uyuni for the day after the tour ends).

Day 1: Salar de Uyuni

We will pick you up at your hotel in Uyuni to begin this unforgettable experience in the heart of the Bolivian highlands. This tour will take you through some of the most impressive landscapes and attractions in the region, such as:

• Train Cemetery: A historic site with old, rusted locomotives, perfect for unique photographs.
• Town of Colchani: Handicrafts and products made from salt, ideal for discovering the local culture.
• Salar de Uyuni: The largest salt flat in the world, where you’ll walk on its infinite white surface.
• Dakar Rally Monument and Salt Museum: Constructions made entirely of salt, full of history and curiosity.
• Incahuasi Island: An island in the middle of the salt flat with giant cacti and trails leading to a 360° viewpoint.
• Sunset on the Salt Flat: A natural spectacle of reflections and colors that turns the horizon into an unforgettable postcard.

We will end the day with dinner and rest at your accommodation.

Day 2: Altiplanic Lagoons

We’ll start early, crossing towns and highland routes until reaching the famous colorful lagoons:

• San Cristóbal: A mining town with Andean charm and vibrant traditions.
• Valle de Rocas (Valley of Rocks): Surprising rock formations shaped by the wind over centuries.
• Black Lagoon: A mirror-like lake surrounded by volcanic landscapes and local wildlife.
• Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chiarkota Lagoons: Perfect spots to observe flamingos and other Andean birds in their natural habitat.
• Honda Lagoon: A high-altitude lake that stands out for its tranquility and contrast with the surrounding desert.

Arrival at the second accommodation for dinner and rest.

Day 3: Colorful Lagoons – Licancabur Volcano – Return to Uyuni

On the last day, some of the most iconic landscapes of the Bolivian high plateau await you:

• Red Lagoon: With its intense reddish tones, home to thousands of flamingos and one of Bolivia’s greatest natural treasures.
• Sol de Mañana Geysers: A geothermal field with fumaroles and steam jets reaching up to 90°C (194°F).
• Polques Hot Springs: Relax in natural thermal waters surrounded by breathtaking Andean mountains.
• White and Green Lagoons: Located at the foot of the majestic Licancabur Volcano, famous for their unique, ever-changing colors.

After these final visits, we’ll return directly to Uyuni, concluding a journey full of nature, adventure, and surreal landscapes. A perfect trip for adventurers and photography lovers who want to experience the magic of the Bolivian highlands in all their splendor.

​*From January to April, during the rainy season known as the Altiplano winter, the itinerary may undergo specific changes, such as spending the second night in Uyuni and skipping the visit to Incahuasi Island if it is underwater. At any time of year, the route, places visited, activity order, and schedules may vary due to weather conditions, road status, demonstrations, or lodging availability.​

• If you cancel at least 30 days before the tour starts, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid.
• If you cancel with less notice than indicated, no refund will be issued, regardless of the reason.