6 days tour

Uyuni Salt Flats And Atacama Desert, Jewels Of Southamerica

$ 1,050 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Uyuni Salt Flats And Atacama Desert, Jewels Of Southamerica

This tour includes:

3 Nts Hostel Accomodation

3 Nights at Hostel, Share Room 4 to 6 pax share bathroom.

Night Round Trip.

2 nights At Cama Bus (10 hours journey) From La Paz to Uyuni, round trip.

Tranport

All transport mentioned on the itinerary.

Free Time at La Paz

First day is to Acclimatize yourself and second you can visit by your own

Local Guide

During your staying at Uyuni and Atacama Region.

Meals

2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinner.

Not included

-Shower and Geyser entrance 2 USD each -National Park entrance 28 USD -Beverages

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Itinerary of your trip Uyuni Salt Flats And Atacama Desert, Jewels Of Southamerica

  • Day 1 Arrival to La Paz, Bolivia.
    Arrival to La Paz, Bolivia.
    • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

      Arrival to La Paz, Bolivia.

      Airport or Bus Station - La Paz.

      You arrive at El Alto International Airport or Bus Station in La Paz, Bolivia. Transfer on your own (not included) to the hostel (previously informed by your guide) located in the center of La Paz, where your reservation will be ready. This day is completely free for your arrival and rest

      Accommodation: The Nest Boutique Hostel or similar. Shared room.

      Meals: Not included

  • Day 2 La Paz Free Day- Night transfer to Uyuni.
    La Paz Free Day- Night transfer to Uyuni.. Photo 1 La Paz Free Day- Night transfer to Uyuni.. Photo 2 La Paz Free Day- Night transfer to Uyuni.. Photo 3 La Paz Free Day- Night transfer to Uyuni.. Photo 4
    • 9:00 am - 8:45 pm

      La Paz Free Day- Night transfer to Uyuni.

      Completely free day in La Paz to acclimatize and walk through its streets. La Paz also stands out for being an important cultural center at the Latin American level due to its great cultural diversity; It houses important monuments and sites, such as the Basilica of San Francisco, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Plaza Murillo and Calle Jaén, and also has several museums of great national importance, which is why La Paz is also the cultural capital of Bolivia. The city is also known for its markets, particularly El Mercado de las Brujas, and for its active nightlife. Its rugged topography offers unique views of the city and the Cordillera Real from various natural points of view. La Paz also houses the highest and most extensive cable car in the world.

      At 8:45 p.m., you must be at the bus station (transfer isn´t included) to start the overnight bus trip to Uyuni on a 10-hour trip through the landscape.

      Accommodation: Cama Bus from La Paz to Uyuni (10 hours night journey).

      Meals: Not included.

  • Day 3 Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria
    Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria. Photo 1 Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria. Photo 2 Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria. Photo 3 Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria. Photo 4 Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria. Photo 5
    • 6:30 am - 9:00 pm

      Uyuni- Colchani- Incahuasi Island- Pia Pia Island- Candelaria

      You will arrive early at the Uyuni bus station, and you will have time to stretch your legs, we will guide you to our offices and at this time you will have time to have breakfast (not included in any restaurant in the area) you will be able to briefly know the city and be at the meeting point at 10:30 AM. The first stop will be the 'train cemetery' of Uyuni, to see the first locomotives in Bolivia. Then you will visit the small settlement of Colchani (salt mining workshops next to the salt flats). Here, you will see crafts made of salt and textile art made of llama fiber and alpaca.

      The tour will continue to the Great Salt Flats of Uyuni, which are located at an altitude of 3650m. Take photos as you navigate the vast expanse of white salt, see Los Ojos de Agua Salada, and then visit a hotel made entirely of salt. This amazing place currently serves as a museum. Make sure you and your group pose for some fun perspective and proportionally distorted photos taken in the context of the striking white surface of the salt flats, and enjoy the unique experience of spending the night in a hostel made up almost exclusively of salt.

      Accommodation: Shared room in Hostal de Sal in San Juan or another population depending on availability.

      Meals: Not included.

  • Day 4 Chiguana Desert - 3 Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser
    Chiguana Desert - 3 Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser. Photo 1 Chiguana Desert - 3 Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser. Photo 2 Chiguana Desert - 3 Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser. Photo 3 Chiguana Desert - 3 Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser. Photo 4
    • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

      Chiguana Desert - 3 Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser

      Start the morning at 7:00 am with breakfast, before visiting the Chiguana Desert, located on the south side of the Uyuni salt flats. It is surrounded by volcanoes, such as the Ollague Volcano (5840m), one that is still active and can be seen from the viewpoint.

      Next, we will continue along a rocky path, "Pasito Tuntun", to the beautiful Andean lagoons, inhabited by 3 species of Andean flamingos. Marvel at three lagoons along the way: "Cañapa" where you will see the first pink flamingos, "Hedionda" where lunch will be served, and "Chiarcota" where you will see a wider variety of birds and highland fauna.

      Then we enter the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve and visit the Siloli Desert, at 4550m (the highest and driest desert in the world). Be sure to take a photo next to the 'Rock Tree', a lava rock formation. Before reaching your final destination for the day, we will stop at the viewpoint next to the Red Lagoon Laguna Colorada, where you can see more pink flamingos in their natural habitat and admire this intense orange lake. Spend the night in a shared family accommodation where there is only electricity for 3 hours a day from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

      Accommodation: Huayllajara Basic Lodge, Shared room (6 pax) with shared bathroom, No electricity for 3 hours (from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.).

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

  • Day 5 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz
    Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 1 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 2 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 3 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 4 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 5 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 6 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 7 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 8 Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz. Photo 9
    • 5:00 am - 8:30 pm

      Dali Desert- Green Lagoon– Uyuni- La Paz

      I ate breakfast early at 5 a.m. (depending on the season) and start the day of the tour with a visit to the Sol de Mañana geyser, at 5,000 m. You will walk alongside fumaroles and steaming craters filled with boiling clay pots at 150-200 Cº. Continue to the hot springs outdoors and bathe in 35ºC water. The first place to visit is the Dali desert, where Salvador Dalí found inspiration for his work on the rocks scattered in the middle of the desert, He never visited the place, but he was awarded to the famous painter because many of his surreal passages have similarity to this place.

      Then you will see the Green Lagoon, toxic copper water at the foot of the great Licancabur volcano, which is located at 6000m, a few kilometers from the border between Bolivia and Chile. Finally, you will return to Uyuni, you will pass beautiful landscapes along the way and you will have a picnic next to the road. You will pass through the Valley of the Rocks, the Alota settlement and the town of San Cristóbal. We will return to Uyuni at 6:30 p.m.* and you take the Cama Bus at approximately 9:00 p.m. back to La Paz on the 10-hour trip.

      *If you prefer it you can finish your itinerary at San Pedro de Atacama (Chile), just ask this option to your guide using the chat available in your traveler session. If you take this option your itinerary will end this day at San Pedro de Atacama (not accomodation included).

      Accommodation: Bus Bed to La Paz (10 hours night journey).

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch.

  • Day 6 Arrival to La Paz- End of the trip.
    Arrival to La Paz- End of the trip.. Photo 1 Arrival to La Paz- End of the trip.. Photo 2
    • 6:30 am - 7:00 am

      Arrival to La Paz- End of the trip.

      Arrival to La Paz, Bus station around 7 AM and your experience will be ending at this momento. You can take a taxi, or public transport to the airport or your accomodation (not included).

      Accommodation: Not included

      Meals: Not included.

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Tour leaving from La Paz

La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia and the highest city in the world. With its stunning mountainous landscape and rich culture, it offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity.

Private room (3 nights) Min. 2 pax. + $153.05
Pre extra night La Paz + $64.00
Post extra night La Paz + $64.00
Total satisfaction guarantee, in less than 24 hrs + $51.00
Traslado de llegada Aeropuerto - Hostal - Diurno + $27.00
Traslado de llegada Aeropuerto - Hostal - Nocturno + $37.00
Traslado de salida Aeropuerto - Hostal - Diurno + $27.00
Traslado de salida Aeropuerto - Hostal - Nocturno + $37.00
Insurance for your experience + $42.00
Experience Style

Experience Style

Relaxed

It’s a relaxed experience, your main activity is just to enjoy the ride and the views. You may have to walk in some activities, but you will mainly move by car.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Basic

It’s all about adventure, it includes camping or staying at local people houses. You may have to share bathrooms and there mostly won't be electricity. This is the real deal.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 75

Age range allowed for this experience. Underaged must be accompanied by an adult.

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