From San Pedro de Atacama: 3-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour
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Discover the Uyuni Salt Flats on a 3-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Explore the Laguna Blanca, Laguna Verde, and the Salvador Dalí Desert, and watch the sunrise over the Salar de Uyuni.
Highlights
- Discover the stunning landscapes of the Uyuni Salt Flats on a 3-day tour
- Visit the Laguna Blanca, Laguna Verde, and the Salvador Dalí Desert
- Explore the Sol de Mañana Geysers and the Laguna Colorada
- See the Laguna Misteriosa, Laguna Vinto, and the Anaconda Canyon
- Watch the sunrise over the Salar de Uyuni and visit the Incahuasi Island
Description
Embark on a 3-day tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats and the Bolivian Altiplano. Explore the Laguna Blanca, Laguna Verde, and the Salvador Dali Desert. Visit the Laguna Colorada, home to over 30,000 flamingos, and the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat.
Day 1: Depart from San Pedro de Atacama and head to the Bolivian border. After completing border formalities, transfer to a 4x4 vehicle and head to the Laguna Blanca and Laguna Verde, located at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano. Explore the Salvador Dali Desert and the Polques Hot Springs.
Continue to the Sol de Manana Geysers, where you can see hot springs reaching temperatures of up to 90 degrees Celsius. Finally, reach the Laguna Colorada, home to over 30,000 flamingos. Spend the night in a hostel in Villamar.
Day 2: Visit the Valley of the Rocks and the geological formations of Camel and Sora. Continue to the Laguna Misteriosa or Catal, a perfect place to walk and enjoy the typical flora and fauna of the Bolivian Altiplano.
Next, visit the Laguna Vinto and the Mirador, before concluding at the Anaconda Canyon. Transfer to the Salt Hotel in Colcha K, where you will spend the night.
Day 3: Head to the Salar de Uyuni to watch the sunrise over the vast white salt flats. Visit the Incahuasi Island, famous for its giant cacti and panoramic views of the salt flats.
Explore the Salt Museum and stop in the village of Colchani to buy local crafts. Finally, make a brief stop at the Train Cemetery to take some photos before arriving in Uyuni, where the tour concludes.
Includes
Pick-up at the meeting point
Small groups
Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Drop-off at the Uyuni bus station or downtown.
Shared transportation (minibus in Chile and 4×4 for 6 people in Bolivia).
Accommodation in a basic hostel.
Spanish-speaking driver.
Important Information
- Make reservations at least one week in advance
Last-minute bookings are subject to change
Bring cash for personal expenses as ATMs may not be available
Prepare for high altitudes with appropriate medication if necessary
Respect local customs and wildlife
Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund