UYUNI SALT FLATS FULL DAY - 1 DAY TOUR FROM UYUNI OR LA PAZ

This itinerary typically starts in the city of Uyuni. However, it can also start in the city of La Paz or Santa Cruz if needed. Just add your flights at the moment of booking and don’t forget to attach your passport to issue your flight tickets.

Your experience begins with a welcome meeting in the town of Uyuni at approximately 9:30 am (this allows for a well-needed rest/breakfast if previous night was spent in Uyuni or an early morning flight from La Paz or Santa Cruz).

After meeting your driver, jump on one of the 4WD vehicles we will assign for you to enjoy this experience safely. These vehicles are equipped with fully functioning seatbelts, comfortable seats, first aid kit and upon request, oxygen (seldom needed). Just what you need for a safe Uyuni Salt Flats adventure. You will leave the town of Uyuni and travel to the dusty, old-style town of Colchani (approx. 30 mins). Along the way the vehicle will stop at Cementerio de Trenes (train graveyard) and at Colchani market to buy some optional locally made salt crafts. You will also have the opportunity to visit a rustic family-owned salt processing operation to learn about the trade. Once we leave Colchani, it is a short drive to the stunning Salar de Uyuni.

Upon entering the world’s largest salt flats, we will visit the ‘salt eyes’ area where bubbling brine springs can be seen. Later, stop by the international flag stand next to the first turned-museum salt hotel.

Lunch will be served in the middle of the vastness of the Salar in a strategic location. Take this opportunity to appreciate the sheer greatness of the area and practice your photography skills for the deep-perspective illusion that the endless flats offer.

Later in the afternoon, arrive at Isla Incahuasi - a rocky outcrop covered by giant cacti in the middle of the Salar. This island provides great opportunities to get a little active by hiking through its moderate trails up to the top where the 360-degree views will leave you in awe. View some flora and fauna as well as the towering Thunupa Volcano in the distance.

After our hike, get back on the “road” and head back toward the town of Uyuni not before making more stops to stretch your legs and have more photography time. If time allows, a surreal sunset over the salt flats will leave this place ingrained in your memory for the rest of your life.

Drop off is in the center of Uyuni/bus station/airport for flight to La Paz or Santa Cruz or wherever customers choose.

SPECIAL INFORMATION
The tour officially starts in the town of Uyuni. You may arrange travel to/from there on your own. Night buses leave La Paz daily as well as flights. We get a special rate on flights from La Paz or Santa Cruz so you may add this at the time of booking

MEALS INCLUDED
LUNCH

This itinerary typically starts in the city of Uyuni. However, it can also start in the city of La Paz or Santa Cruz if needed. Just add your flights at the moment of booking and don’t forget to attach your passport to issue your flight tickets.

Your experience begins with a welcome meeting in the town of Uyuni at approximately 9:30 am (this allows for a well-needed rest/breakfast if previous night was spent in Uyuni or an early morning flight from La Paz or Santa Cruz).

After meeting your driver, jump on one of the 4WD vehicles we will assign for you to enjoy this experience safely. These vehicles are equipped with fully functioning seatbelts, comfortable seats, first aid kit and upon request, oxygen (seldom needed). Just what you need for a safe Uyuni Salt Flats adventure. You will leave the town of Uyuni and travel to the dusty, old-style town of Colchani (approx. 30 mins). Along the way the vehicle will stop at Cementerio de Trenes (train graveyard) and at Colchani market to buy some optional locally made salt crafts. You will also have the opportunity to visit a rustic family-owned salt processing operation to learn about the trade. Once we leave Colchani, it is a short drive to the stunning Salar de Uyuni.

Upon entering the world’s largest salt flats, we will witness one of nature’s most dramatic sights on the planet. You will see your reflection mirrored by the few inches of water that floods the entire surface of the salt flats every year during the rainy season. You will see the sky perfectly reflected if the conditions are right (i.e. no wind, few clouds).

Lunch will be served in the middle of the vastness of the Salar in a strategic location. Take this opportunity to appreciate the sheer greatness of the area and practice your photography skills trying to capture that perfect reflection.

Later in the afternoon, witness a surreal sunset that will be forever ingrained in your brain. Drop off is in the center of Uyuni/bus station/airport for flight to La Paz or Santa Cruz or wherever customers choose

SPECIAL INFORMATION
The tour officially starts in the town of Uyuni. You may arrange travel to/from there on your own. Night buses leave La Paz daily as well as flights. We get a special rate on flights from La Paz or Santa Cruz so you may add this at the time of booking

MEALS INCLUDED
LUNCH

• This trip visits the famed Salar de Uyuni salt flats only. It does not visit anywhere further north or south such as the deserts and lagoons of Reserva Eduardo Avaroa (for this, see our 3-day Salar de Uyuni tour)
• This trip is ideal if you are short of time and want to get to know the region’s most famous attraction as is Salar de Uyuni
• This trip does not require a high level of fitness nor long driving hours as takes place on surface of the salt flats only and physical activity is limited though available
• This trip does not include accommodation. However, you may extend your stay at one of the famous salt hotels in the town of Colchani
• This trip may start in La Paz or Santa Cruz as we are able to get preferential rates on flights from either city

PLEASE NOTE THAT PARK AND OTHER SITES' ADMISSION FEES - IF APPLICABLE - ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE (READ BELOW)

WHAT TO BRING?

• Camera
• Effective sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat)
• Warm layers as temperatures drop considerably in the evening
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Money in Bolivianos for personal spending (drinks, souvenirs, tips, etc)

WHY DO THIS TRIP WITH US

• We are a tour operator, not a travel agency. This means that we organize this trip by putting everything from transport to accommodation providers together to make sure it works as flawlessly as possible. Our trusted providers have been tried and tested and we put our name confidently up front because we trust the safety and reliability they offer. A travel agency merely books you with a tour operator earning a commission for themselves and not giving a lot of care to your experience
• We put safety at the top of our list of priorities. We know Bolivia inside out and the roads, towns, villages, deserts, etc. that are safe to travel through. By using our services, you can rest assured that we will get you to your destination at the end of every day safely

WHY DO THIS TRIP WITH US

• The itinerary may suffer changes without previous notice due to factors outside our direct control such as weather and road conditions. If we are forced to alter the itinerary in any way, it will be based on good judgment and necessary amendments for your own safety and comfort and you will be promptly notified. We never alter or skip attractions in the itinerary without explaining the reasoning behind any possible change and providing adequate proof that such change may be necessary. Therefore, you should not take the above itinerary as “set in stone” and we will not he held liable for any loss or damage that you may feel arising from such changes made
• Please note that the itinerary differs in the rainy season from the itinerary in the dry season. We will not be held liable/responsible for failure to read this information
• This region is a remote area that lacks the usual comforts of the modern world. You should not expect high standards of accommodation, hot water is available most of the time (according to respective package) and electricity is available for a few hours or more where possible.
• Food is handled hygienically and it is our priority and job that you are satisfied with the limited resources available in this region. Vegetarians are welcome, but should not expect special menus as we do what we can to serve appropriate portions of vegetables and fruit in the vegetarian menu
• During the rainy season (December to March/April) some parts of the salt flats may be inaccessible such as Incahuasi Island and time on the actual salt flats is limited.

The following are dates in which other people have shown interest in forming a group for this tour. Use the ENQUIRY tab to request a new date or join one of the dates below to form a group and obtain the respective price. The number of interested persons is shown for your reference and you will be updated via email if other people are interested in the same date. If your party consist of four persons, we suggest booking a tour outright to confirm departure.