Private Uyuni Salt Flat (3 days)

• 1 person: US$ 1,329.
• Group of 2 persons: US$ 675 per person.
• Group of 3 persons: US$ 489 per person.
• Group of 4 persons: US$ 389 per person.
• Group of 5 persons: US$ 349 per person.

If your group has 6 or more people on the same itinerary, add the tour to the cart multiple times: once per vehicle (max. 5 passengers per vehicle.)

• Select the departure date on the calendar.
• Select the number of travelers.
• Click on “Add to cart.”
• Pay the total price of the program online.
• You can reschedule or cancel your booking (with a 100% refund) up to 15 days before the tour starts.

• Pickup at your accommodation (urban area).
• Drop-off in downtown Uyuni.
• Transportation:
  
  • Shared transportation from San Pedro de Atacama to the Bolivian border.
    
  • Private transportation in Bolivia.
    
• Spanish-speaking driver.
  
• Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner (starting with breakfast on the first day and ending with breakfast on the fourth day).
  
• Two nights in hostels, in a private double room, with private bathroom, hot shower, and heating in common areas:
  
  • 1st night in a hostel in Villa Mar.
    
  • 2nd night in a hostel in Colcha K.

• Round-trip transfer between Calama Airport and San Pedro de Atacama.
• Guide.
• Border tax (Bs. 17 per person).
• Towels.
• Heating in the room.
• Park entrance fees (Bs. 186 per person):
  • Admission to Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve (Bs. 150 per person).
  • Admission to Polques Hot Springs (Bs. 10 per person).
  • Admission to Incahuasi Island (Bs. 30 per person).
• Access to bathrooms along the route (approx. Bs. 6 each).Travel insurance.

• English-speaking driver (from the border between Chile and Bolivia): US$ 240 per booking.

• Comfortable and warm clothing.
• Comfortable shoes (preferably trekking shoes).
  
• Swimsuit (for the Polques Hot Springs).
  
• Towel.
  
• Sunglasses.
  
• Sunscreen.
  
• Toilet paper.
  
• Personal hygiene items.
  
• Water (1 liter per person for the first day; you can buy more along the way on the following days).
  
• Between Bs. 350 and Bs. 500 for expenses not included in the tour (entrance fees, taxes, restrooms, souvenirs, etc.)

• Since most of the tour takes place above 4,000 m (13,000 ft) of altitude and in a narrow vehicle, the following passengers cannot participate:
  • Children under 6 years old.
    
  • Adults over 65 years old.
    
  • People weighing more than 100 kg (220 lbs).
    
  • Pregnant women.
    
  • People with hypertension, heart failure, asthma, or similar conditions.

Start: Day 1 at 7:00 am from your accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama.

End: Day 3 at 4:00 pm in downtown Uyuni (please note that this time may change due to weather conditions or force majeure. We recommend planning your departure from San Pedro for the day after the tour ends.)

Day 1: San Pedro de Atacama - Bolivian Altiplano - Red Lagoon - Villa Mar

After picking you up at your hotel, we’ll travel by shared transportation to the border crossing between Chile and Bolivia, where you’ll complete migration formalities. From there, you’ll switch to a private 4x4 to begin exploring the Bolivian Altiplano:

• Green Lagoon & White Lagoon: crystal-clear lakes at the foot of the impressive Licancabur Volcano.
  
• Polques Hot Springs: a chance to relax in thermal waters surrounded by mountain landscapes.
  
• Sol de Mañana Geysers: steaming fumaroles and bubbling mud craters at more than 4,900 m (16,000 ft).
  
• Red Lagoon: a breathtaking natural wonder with deep red waters and thousands of Andean flamingos.
  
• At the end of the day, we’ll head to our lodge for dinner and rest.

Accommodation: hostel in Villa Mar.

Day 2: Villa Mar - Lost Italy - Anaconda Canyon - Colcha K

We’ll start the day heading to surreal landscapes with volcanic formations and striking contrasts of colors. You’ll visit:

• Lost Italy (Italia Perdida): a fascinating valley of volcanic rock formations that resemble the ruins of an ancient city.
  
• Vinto Lagoon: a beautiful high-altitude lake, ideal for spotting local wildlife.
  
• Anaconda Canyon: a scenic viewpoint overlooking a winding river shaped like the famous Amazonian reptile.
  
• At the end of the tour, we’ll arrive at our lodging to enjoy dinner and rest.

Accommodation: hostel in Colcha K.

Day 3: Sunrise at Uyuni Salt Flat - Incahuasi Island - Train Cemetery - Uyuni

We’ll rise early to witness one of the most magical moments of the trip:

• Sunrise at Uyuni Salt Flat: watch the first rays of sunlight illuminate the endless white expanse.
  
• Incahuasi Island: walk among giant cacti and hike to the summit for breathtaking 360° views of the salt flat.
  
• Salt Museum & Dakar Monument: discover salt sculptures and take photos at this iconic landmark.
  
• Colchani Village: the best place to see traditional salt production and shop for local crafts.
  
• Train Cemetery: explore rusting locomotives that create a one-of-a-kind open-air museum.
  
  

This tour is perfect for travelers who want to discover the very best of the Uyuni Salt Flat and its surroundings, combining nature, culture, and landscapes that feel like another planet.

​*From January to April, during the rainy season known as the Altiplano winter, the itinerary may undergo specific changes, such as spending the second night in Uyuni and skipping the visit to Incahuasi Island if it is underwater. At any time of year, the route, places visited, activity order, and schedules may vary due to weather conditions, road status, demonstrations, or lodging availability.​

*The pickup service included does not operate to nor from accommodations located outside the urban area of San Pedro de Atacama, accommodations located in ayllus near San Pedro de Atacama (Quitor, Yaye, Checar, Sequitor, Solor, and Coyo), nor accommodations in the town of Toconao.