On Experiences · Uyuni, Bolivia
THREE-DAY SALT FLATS DELUXE TOUR
Highlights:
Tour Details
Embark on a remarkable journey through the world's largest salt flats. Visit the iconic Train Cemetery, capture stunning photos on the salt flats, explore the otherworldly Incahuasi Island, enjoy a delicious lunch on the flats, and witness an unforgettable sunset. Your adventure includes top-quality accommodations at Tayka Salt and Tayka Desert Hotels.
Price
- Book Deluxe Tour
- From USD $1360 per person
Duration
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Depart: 10:30 AM (Day 1)
- Return: Evening (Day 3)
What's Included
- Private 4WD with driver
- English-speaking guide
- All meals
- 2 nights luxury accommodation
- All entrance fees
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
What to Bring
- Warm clothing
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Camera
- Personal medications
Meeting/End Location
- Hotel pickup in Uyuni
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Itinerary
Day 1: Uyuni Salt Flats & Colchani
Train Cemetery
Departure from Uyuni to visit the eerie Train Cemetery, where rusty locomotives from a bygone era lie abandoned in the desert.
Colchani
Stop at the small town of Colchani, where local artisans craft unique souvenirs from salt. Learn about the traditional salt extraction process.
Salar de Uyuni
Enter the vast Salar de Uyuni, a dazzling white expanse. Discover the Ojos de Sal, the Dakar Monument, and the Salt Hotel Museum.
Picnic Lunch on the Salt Flats
Enjoy a unique picnic lunch in the heart of the salt flats, surrounded by breathtaking views and endless white landscapes.
Incahuasi Island
Visit the stunning Incahuasi Island (subject to seasonal conditions), a rocky oasis covered in giant cacti. Hike to the summit for panoramic views.
Sunset Over the Salar
Witness a spectacular sunset over the Salar, as the changing light paints the landscape in surreal hues.
Day 2: High-Altitude Lagoons & Eduardo Avaroa Reserve
Altiplanic Lagoons
Journey south into Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve. Visit Bolivia's most beautiful lagoons: Laguna Canapa, Laguna Hedionda, and Laguna Honda — each home to vibrant flamingos.
Wildlife Spotting
Spot Andean foxes, vicunas, and various bird species in their natural high-altitude habitat.
Lunch en Route
Enjoy lunch amidst the stunning backdrop of the Bolivian highlands.
Rock Valley
Continue through the dramatic Rock Valley formations.
Stargazing
At the remote desert hotel, step outside to admire the incredible star-filled night sky, far from any light pollution.
Day 3: Siloli Desert, Laguna Colorada & Return to Uyuni
Siloli Desert & Stone Tree
Visit the otherworldly Siloli Desert, known for its wind-sculpted rock formations, including the famous Arbol de Piedra.
Laguna Colorada
Visit the surreal crimson-red lake inhabited by thousands of flamingos.
Sol de Manana Geysers
Explore the high-altitude geothermal field with steaming fumaroles and bubbling mud pots.
Polques Hot Springs
Take a dip in warm, mineral-rich waters surrounded by high Andean scenery.
Laguna Verde
Admire the turquoise lake at the base of the iconic Licancabur Volcano.
Return to Uyuni
Final picnic lunch on the return journey. Pass through the Valley of the Rocks. Arrival in Uyuni between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.
Important Notes
Book at least 1 month in advance
Altitude reaches 4,800m
Private Tour?
Contact
Contact us to arrange a private or custom tour tailored to your group.
*Our site is available in multiple languages, but customer support is provided in English and Spanish only.
Terms
50% deposit required at booking. Remaining 50% per agreed payment plan.
Same day of the tour: no refund.
1 day before: 50% refund.
2 days before: 80% refund.
3 or more days before: 100% refund.
Non-refundable flights/hotel bookings will not be refunded.
No Show Policy: No refund. Rescheduling subject to availability and may involve additional costs.
Date changes accepted without penalty up to 24 hours before start (except non-refundable services).
On Experiences reserves the right to modify itinerary for weather, operational, or force majeure reasons.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Vehicles comply with local regulations.