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Salar de Uyuni and Lagunas Altiplánicas tour 3 days 2 nights

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Overview

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3 days

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Embark on one of the most complete and spectacular adventures in South America. This 3-day tour will take you to discover the majestic Uyuni Salt Flat, high-altitude deserts, active volcanoes, geysers, colored lagoons and landscapes that look like from another planet. An unforgettable experience that combines extreme nature, Andean culture and unique moments.

Ideal for : Adventurous travelers looking to explore deep southwestern Bolivia, lovers of nature, photography and extreme landscapes.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What To Expect

Day 1

Salt of Uyuni and magical sunset

Accommodations

Accommodation in rustic salt hotel

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Train Cemetery

The adventure starts at 10:30 a.m. with pickup from your hotel, bus terminal or airport in Uyuni. The first stop is the iconic Train Cemetery, where old locomotives tell the mining history of the region.

40 minutes • Admission Included
2

Colchani

Then you will visit Colchani, where you will know the artisan process of salt and you can buy local crafts.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

Salar de Uyuni

You will enter the impressive Salar de Uyuni, visiting the Eyes of Salt and a Salt Hotel turned museum, built entirely of salt blocks. Continue to the World Flags and Dakar Rally Monument, iconic places for photographs. The tour continues to the Salt Staircase

1 hour • Admission Included
4

Isla Incahuasi

Incahuasi Island, famous for its giant cacti and panoramic views of the infinite salt flat. The island has a visitor service point managed by the association of municipalities of Llica and Tahua, jurisdictions to which this territory belongs. In this place, you are asked, optionally, to pay a fee of 30 bolivianos to enter a clearly marked and easy to travel path. This trail allows you to cross the island while you can see stunning landscapes of the salt flat, the intense blue of the sky and the large number of cacti that inhabit the area. (In the rainy season, from January to March, access to Incahuasi Island IS NOT POSSIBLE due to high water accumulation.)

50 minutes • Admission Included
5

Salar de Uyuni

At the end of the day, you will enjoy an unforgettable sunset, where the colors of the sky are reflected on the white or mirrored surface of the salt flat. Overnight : Community of San Juan in rustic salt hotel. Includes dinner, hot mate and breakfast.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Included
Day 2

Highland lagoons and surreal deserts

Accommodations

Accommodation in rustic hotel

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Departure at 8:00 a.m. for the southern highlands. The day begins with a visit to the Salar de Chiguana, followed by the viewpoint of the Ollagüe volcano, an active volcano that emits visible fumaroles.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Laguna Canapa

Altiplanic lagoon, natural habitat of flamingos and surrounded by majestic volcanoes. To the south are Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarkota, Honda and Ramadita, where you can find many flamingos. Other birds, such as Andean geese and gulls, accompany flamingos in these lagoons flanked by snow-capped volcanoes that have a green skirt below. You will have a stop at the Mirador del Volcano Ollague at 5865 meters above sea level, one of the most active volcanoes in the Cordillera Occidental. From there you will observe fumaroles approximately 100 meters high. You will be immersed in volcanic rocks that have particular shapes.

20 minutes • Admission Included
3

Siloli Desert

One of the most arid deserts in the world

Admission Unknown
4

Arbol de Piedra

Rock formation sculpted by the wind.

20 minutes • Admission Included
5

Laguna Colorada

In the afternoon, you will arrive at the impressive Laguna Colorada, known for its reddish waters and the large number of flamingos that inhabit it. Admission to Eduardo Avaroa National Park costs approximately 150 Bs. which may vary according to season.

40 minutes • Admission Included
Day 3

Geysers, hot springs and volcanic landscapes

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Geiser Sol de la Manana

Departure very early at 5:00 a.m. to take advantage of the scenery at dawn. You will visit the stunning Tomorrow Sun Geysers, where plumes of steam and volcanic activity create a unique setting.

20 minutes • Admission Included
2

Aguas Termales De Polques

Then you can relax in the Polques Hot Springs, at a modest price of 6 Bs. ideal for a comforting swim in the middle of the highlands.

40 minutes • Admission Included
3

Salvador Dali Desert

The tour continues to the Salt Lagoon and the surreal Dali Desert, famous for its landscapes reminiscent of paintings.

20 minutes • Admission Included
4

Laguna Verde

You’ll reach the spectacular Green Lagoon, located at the foot of the imposing Licancabur Volcano, and then the White Lagoon, both with intense colors and breathtaking views.

30 minutes • Admission Included
5

San Cristobal de Lipez

On the way back you will visit Villa Mar, the enigmatic Mysterious Lagoon and the fascinating Valley of Volcanic Rocks, unique natural formations. Finally, you will pass through the historic town of San Cristobal, before returning to Uyuni at around 18:00 hrs.

Admission Unknown

What‘s Included

Transport by 4x4 vehicle

Accommodation in rustic hotel 2 nights

Driver - Local Guide

Additional Snacks and Drinks

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