3-Day Salar de Uyuni Tour: Ultimate Bolivia Salt Flat Adventure

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Duration

3 Days 2 Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, Español

About this tour

Embark on a comprehensive 3-day adventure exploring the spectacular Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flat. Travel in a comfortable 4×4 with a small group, visiting iconic landmarks, natural wonders, and unique cultural sites. Experience breathtaking landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and authentic Bolivian hospitality while enjoying guided tours, local cuisine, and comfortable accommodations.

Highlights

  • Explore the famous Train Cemetery and learn about Uyuni’s mining history
  • Visit Colchani village to observe traditional salt processing and shop authentic crafts
  • Walk through the surreal salt flat, including a visit to the Salt Museum
  • Discover Incahuasi Island, home to giant cacti and panoramic views of the salt flat
  • Visit stunning altiplanic lagoons: Cañapa, Hedionda, Honda, and Chiarkota
  • Experience the Siloli Desert and the dramatic landscapes of the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve
  • Witness the spectacular Laguna Colorada, a flamingo breeding ground
  • See geysers and hot springs at Sol de Mañana, including optional thermal baths at Polques
  • Visit the Salvador Dalí Desert, Laguna Verde, Laguna Blanca, and the Valley of Rocks
  • Enjoy 2 nights’ accommodation in cozy refuges with meals included

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel pick-up in Uyuni and return drop-off in town
  • Shared 4x4 transportation (6 passengers max) with experienced Spanish-speaking driver
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in refuges:
  • Night 1: Private or shared rooms in Colcha K refuge with private bathrooms
  • Night 2: Shared rooms in Huayllajara refuge with shared bathrooms (hot shower available for a small fee)
  • All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
  • Sleeping bag provided
  • Entrance fees to Salt Museum and Isla Incahuasi
  • Drop-off at hotel after tour (only return to town center)
  • Entrance fees to Eduardo Avaroa National Fauna Reserve (approx. 150 Bs)
  • Park entrance fees for Polques hot springs, Laguna Colorada, Laguna Verde, Laguna Blanca, and others (approx. 186 Bs total)
  • Access to bathrooms along the route (approx. 6 Bs per use)
  • Medical insurance
  • Drinking water (recommend bringing 1 liter per day)
  • Optional English-speaking guide (+ US$60 per person)
  • Private room upgrade fees (starting at US$30 per person)

Itinerary

Pick up from your hotel in Uyuni at 10:15 AM. Board your shared 4x4 and head toward the Salar de Uyuni, stopping first at the Train Cemetery to explore the relics of Uyuni’s mining era. Continue to Colchani village to see salt harvesting and shop for traditional crafts.

Enter the vast salt flats, visiting the Salt Museum before proceeding to Isla Incahuasi. Walk the island’s trails, admire the giant cacti, and enjoy panoramic views of the endless salt desert. End the day watching a breathtaking sunset on the Salar, then head to your refuge in Colcha K for dinner and overnight rest.

Depart early to explore the colorful altiplanic lagoons: Cañapa, Hedionda, Honda, and Chiarkota, known for their flamingo populations and unique wildlife. Journey across the Siloli Desert, famous for its otherworldly landscapes.

Reach Laguna Colorada, a vivid red lagoon hosting over 30,000 flamingos. Enjoy dinner and overnight at the Huayllajara refuge.

Rise early to witness the spectacular sunrise at the Sol de Mañana geysers, with steaming geothermal vents and vivid landscapes. Optional soak in the Polques hot springs if time allows.

Drive through the surreal Salvador Dalí Desert with its striking rock formations, then visit Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, nestled at the base of the imposing Licancabur volcano. Stop by the Valley of Rocks and San Cristóbal before returning to Uyuni town by 6:00 PM, where the tour concludes.

Note: During the rainy season (January to April), some itinerary changes may apply, including skipping Isla Incahuasi and staying the first night in Uyuni town.

Durations

2-3 Day Tours

Languages

English
Español

Frequently asked questions

Select your departure date, number of passengers, and pay the deposit online. The remaining balance is paid in cash in Uyuni on the first day.

Yes, full refund if canceled or rescheduled at least 48 hours before the tour start.

Yes, pick-up from hotels in Uyuni is included. Drop-off is at the town center.

Yes, all meals during the tour (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are included.

Yes, private rooms are available for an additional fee.

Not recommended for children under 6 or adults over 65.

Drivers speak Spanish. English-speaking guides available for extra cost.

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