La Paz: Uyuni Salt Flats & Red Lagoon 5-Day Bus Tour
Chile
Explore the stunning La Paz region with a 5-day, guided sightseeing tour on a full-service sleeper bus. Visit the Uyuni Salt Flats, Isla Incahuasi, Red Lagoon, and Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve.
Overview
This 5-day tour from La Paz explores the Uyuni Salt Flats, Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, lagoons, flamingos, and geysers, suitable for adventure and nature enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Certified English-speaking guide included
- Round-trip comfortable bus transport La Paz – Uyuni – La Paz
- Visit Uyuni Salt Flats, lagoons, flamingos, and geysers
Itinerary
Day 1: Attend check-in at Todo Turismo office at 8:30 p.m., then night bus departs La Paz at 9:00 p.m.
Day 2: Arrive Uyuni at 7:30 a.m. and enjoy free time to buy snacks and water. Start the Uyuni Salt Flats tour at 10:30 a.m., visiting the Train Graveyard, Colchani salt miners' workshop, salt flat landmarks, and a salt hotel museum. Have lunch near Isla Incahuasi and hike to see giant cacti and rock formations. Take time for perspective photography on the salt flats.
Day 3: Begin at 7:00 a.m. visiting Galaxy Caves, Chiguana Desert, Ollagüe lookout, El Pasito Tuntun road, Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chiarcota Lagoons with flamingos. Continue into Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve to see the Siloli Desert, the Rock Tree, and Red Lagoon with more flamingos. Overnight stay at Huayllajara Hostel.
Day 4: Early start at 5:00 a.m. to visit Sol de Mañana geyser, hot springs (natural pool at 35ºC), Dali Desert, Green and White Lagoons near Licancabur volcano. Return to Uyuni, stopping at Rock Valley, Alota settlement, and San Cristobal Village for local sights. Depart Uyuni by bus at 9:00 p.m. for La Paz with onboard services.
Day 5: Arrive La Paz at 6:30 a.m. Tour ends at Todo Turismo office.
Inclusions
- Round-trip bus La Paz – Uyuni – La Paz with Wi-Fi, toilet, blanket, dinner, and breakfast
- Three-day Uyuni Salt Flats tour with 4WD transport and rooftop luggage rack
- English-speaking local guide and driver
- Accommodation: shared 6-bed rooms at Atulcha Salt Hostel (night 1) and Huayllajara Hostel (night 2), both with shared toilets and no Wi-Fi
- Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners during the tour; 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners on the bus
Exclusions
- Entrance fees (paid onsite):
- Isla Incahuasi: 30 BOB
- Eduardo Avaroa Reserve: 150 BOB
- Galaxy Caves: 15 BOB
- Hot Springs: 30 BOB
- Toilets along the route: 30 BOB
- Personal expenses (approx. 150 BOB, optional)
- Drinks not included
- Optional gear rental:
- Sleeping bag: 50 BOB
- Rain boots: 20 BOB
Important Information
- Please provide a working WhatsApp number or email for communication
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Bring layered clothing, sun protection, snacks, and refillable water bottles. Carry Bolivian currency in small denominations for entrance fees and optional extras. The tour runs year-round; dry season (May to October) has clearer weather for photography.
