From Uyuni: 3-Day Tour to San Pedro with Salt Flats Visit

Uyuni Salt Flats and San Pedro de Atacama 3-Day Tour with English Guide

This 3-day tour starts in Uyuni, Bolivia, and ends at San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, ideal for adventurous travelers interested in natural landscapes and cultural sites.

Tour Highlights

• Certified English-speaking guide included
• Start in Uyuni city and finish in San Pedro de Atacama’s main square
• Meals and accommodation included

Tour Itinerary

Day One: Departure from Uyuni City at 10:30 a.m. in 4x4 vehicles heading to the salt flats. Explore the Train Cemetery with historic locomotives, visit Colchani village to learn about salt production, and stroll through the artisanal market and museum. Continue across the vast Uyuni Salt Flats, stopping at salt eyes, the Salt Hotel-Museum built from salt blocks, the Dakar Monument, and the Flags of the World. End the day at Incahuasi Island to view giant cacti and watch the sunset with wine before dinner at your hotel in Ajencha.

Day Two: After breakfast, visit the Andean lagoons — Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chiarcota — known for their flamingo populations. Enjoy lunch, then explore the Siloli Desert and the Stone Tree rock formation. Finish the day at the Red Lagoon, home to Chilean, James, and Andean flamingos, before dinner and overnight at the Huayllajara community hostel.

Day Three: Early morning visit to Sol de Mañana geysers to observe fumaroles and bubbling mud pools. Relax in the Polques hot springs surrounded by impressive scenery. Explore the Salvador Dali Desert with multicolored volcanic rock formations. Visit the viewpoints of Green Lagoon, White Lagoon, and Lincancabur Volcano. Assist with border crossing at 10:00 a.m. and arrive in San Pedro de Atacama by 1:30 p.m. Note: A Bolivian border fee (15 Bolivianos) may apply; bring cash.

Important Seasonal Note

Incahuasi Island is inaccessible during the rainy season (January to April). Accommodation location may change due to road conditions.

Included

• Guide and driver
• Transportation in 4WD vehicles
• Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama
• Two breakfasts, two lunches, and two dinners
• First night accommodation: Atulcha Salt Hostel, shared 6-bed room with group, shared toilets
• Second night accommodation: Huayllajara Hostel, basic shared 6-bed room with group, shared toilets

Not Included

• Entrance fee to Isla Incahuasi (30 Bs)
• Entrance fee to Reserva Eduardo Avaroa (150 Bs)
• Entrance fee to hot springs (6 Bs)
• Toilet fees during the trip (30 Bs)
• Personal expenses (recommended to bring at least 150 Bs)
• Bolivian Migration Tax (15 Bs)
• Drinks and snacks
• Sleeping bag and toiletries

Important Information

• Travelers are responsible for obtaining the required Chilean visa; the tour provider does not manage visa documentation.
• Only Bolivian Bolivianos are accepted for payments during the tour; bring sufficient cash as other currencies are not accepted.
• A fee of 15 Bolivianos may be required at the Bolivian border crossing—carry cash to cover this cost.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the tour.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring cash in Bolivianos. The recommended time to visit is outside the rainy season (January to April) to ensure full access to all sites.