If you are traveling to Bolivia, a day trip to the Uyuni Salt Flats is something that can't be missed. Cruise along out-of-this-world landscapes and take incredible perspective photos in the world's largest salt flats.
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Local Driver & English Speaking Guide
Transportation in 4WD with rooftop luggage rack
Accommodation or Bus station Pickup
Please note that these costs are subject to change without prior notice.
Tips for Guide and Driver (Please keep in mind that tipping is common in Latin America and would be greatly appreciated.
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Toilets on the way (20 Bs approx)
Personal toiletries
2 liter water bottle a day (can be purchased in places we visit)
Isla Incahuasi (30 Bs)
Reserva Eduardo Avaroa Protected Area (150 Bs)
Meeting Points
Departure
Red Planet Expeditions
Av. Ferroviaria s/n, between Sucre & Camacho Street.
Please check in at 10:00 Hrs. The departure will be at 10:30 Hrs.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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SUGGESTED PACKING LIST: Sun hat, sunglasses (to protect your eyes from the bright glare off the salt panes), sunblock, coat, gloves, wool hat, trekking shoes, warm socks, water bottle, snacks, personal medication, camera, hand sanitizer, personal first aid kit.
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Important: During the rainy season (from November to April), it is not possible to access Incahuasi Island. However, there is the possibility of visiting the island if on the day of your tour it does not rain. We also may sleep in a different location due to road access
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Important: During the winter season (from May to August), it is not possible to access Eduardo Avaroa National Park (red lagoon, Dali dessert, green lagoon). However, there is the possibility of visiting black lagoon and rock valley, changes to the itinerary maybe made without prior notice depending on the weather conditions. You may also sleep in different locations depending on vehicle access.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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If you are traveling to Bolivia, a day trip to the Uyuni Salt Flats is something that can't be missed. Cruise along out-of-this-world landscapes and take incredible perspective photos in the world's largest salt flats.
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Local Driver & English Speaking Guide
Transportation in 4WD with rooftop luggage rack
Accommodation or Bus station Pickup
Please note that these costs are subject to change without prior notice.
Tips for Guide and Driver (Please keep in mind that tipping is common in Latin America and would be greatly appreciated.
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Toilets on the way (20 Bs approx)
Personal toiletries
2 liter water bottle a day (can be purchased in places we visit)
Isla Incahuasi (30 Bs)
Reserva Eduardo Avaroa Protected Area (150 Bs)
Meeting Points
Departure
Red Planet Expeditions
Av. Ferroviaria s/n, between Sucre & Camacho Street.
Please check in at 10:00 Hrs. The departure will be at 10:30 Hrs.
Return
Itinerary
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Colchani
The Salar de Uyuni or “salt flats” is one of the world's highest deserts, surrounded by mountains and volcanoes that reach 5000 meters above sea level.
Your tour will begin at 10:30 am from the office. The first stop will be Uyuni's 'train graveyard', to see the first locomotives in Bolivia. You’ll then visit the small settlement of Colchani (salt miners’ workshops next to the salt flats). Here, you’ll see handicrafts made of salt, and textile art made of llama and alpaca fiber. The tour will continue onto the great Salt Flats of Uyuni, which are at an altitude of 3650m. Take photos as you cruise along the vast white expanse of salt, see Los Ojos de Agua Salada (‘salt water eyes’) and then visit a hotel made completely of salt! This amazing place currently serves as a museum.
2 hours
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Salar de Uyuni
Following this jam-packed morning, after lunch you’ll carry on to “Isla Incahuasi” (Fish Island), where you will have time to take a hike to the top of the island to see giant cacti, and rock formations made of petrified coral. Make sure you and your group pose for some fun perspective- and proportion-distorted photos, taken against the backdrop of the striking white surface of the salt flats.
Then, we’ll head to a quiet place to see the beautiful sunset over the salt flats. Finish off at the village of Colchani, and finally, get back to Uyuni by 6:30 pm
