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5-Day Uyuni Salt Flats and Desert Adventure from La Paz

Location La Paz, Altiplano, Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
$672
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Overview

Depart La Paz for an unforgettable expedition in a 4x4 Toyota land cruiser through the vast and blinding-white salt flats of Uyuni and into the desert of southwest Bolivia. Along the way, visit tiny villages, multi-coloured lakes with flamingos, geysers, and thermal hot-springs at 4,000 - 5,000m.
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5-Day Uyuni Salt Flats
Rate per person
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 days

  • 4WD transport on tour (max 7 people per car)
  • 1 overnight trip in tourist bus from Uyuni to La Paz
  • 1 overnight trip in tourist bus from La Paz to Uyuni
  • English-speaking guide for some experiences
  • Transport as per itinerary
  • Shared Salt Flats Excursion
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Change to Gluten Free Meals
  • Change to Vegan Meals
  • Private room during Uyuni Expedition (approx. price - subject to availability)
  • Hot shower at the lodges (approx. 30 Bs)
  • Sleeping bag (must be requested in advance rental available for 50 Bs)
  • Entrance fee to Eduardo Avaroa Reserve (approx. 150 Bs)
  • Entrance fee to Incahuasi Island (approx. 30 Bs)
  • Toiletries (towels, toilet paper, soap, etc)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Toilets along the Way (10 Bs)

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to weather conditions, strikes, roadblocks, or force majeure events which are beyond our control. We will always do our best to follow the itinerary as close as possible.
  • During the rainy season from January to April, the Salt Flats fill up with water so it is not possible to cross them in the same way as during dry season. As a consequence, the itinerary is modified during that period. The main changes are usually as follows:
  • Instead of stopping at the Inca Wasy (Fish Island), we stop at a place where the water reflects the sky and where it seems that the sky and the ground merge into one.
  • On day 2, we might sleep at another location.
  • We visit the Sol de Mañana Geyser and hot springs at the end of day 3 instead of in the morning of day 4.
  • Altitude: This trip takes place at a very high altitude. The salt flats are around 5,000 meters above sea level, and most guests will be able to feel the effects. We recommend acclimating yourself to above 3,000 meters before the trip and bringing along medication for headaches and tablets for altitude sickness in case you feel unwell. And remember, the real key is to drink lots of water!
  • Accommodation / Facilities on Tour: The reality of visiting a remote area and immersing yourself in nature is that you will be far from modern facilities and the services will sometimes be slow and quite basic. Due to the harsh terrain, vehicle breakdowns are not uncommon, but the drivers are very used to fixing them and wait times are rarely excessive. The accommodations will be very basic, with cots and shared rooms, and the electricity and running water in the National Park are not as dependable as they are back at home. Toilet facilities have a small local cost. Make sure to bring snacks, some water, toilet paper, and plenty of warm clothes. That said, with some patience, preparation, and an appetite for adventure, this trip will certainly be a positive and unforgettable experience.
  • 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, swimsuit and towel for hot springs at Sol de Manana Geysers, extra bottles of water (we recommend bringing a 5 Liter bottled water so you can have enough water for the whole trip), snacks, personal medication. Flashlight/torch, camera, extra batteries and memory card, charger (electricity available in most hotels), hand sanitizer, personal first aid kit. You will be sleeping up to 4,300 meters above sea level and depending on the season, temperatures can drop well below zero (reaching less than -15 degrees Celsius in the winter months of June and July) and the wind chill can be harsh, so bring plenty of warm clothes like a scarf and wool hat for the chilly evenings.
  • Please bring only the necessary material & clothes during the tour
  • Please inform us of any dietary restrictions.
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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    5-Day Uyuni Salt Flats and Desert Adventure from La Paz

    Location La Paz, Altiplano, Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
    $672
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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