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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the stunning Uyuni Salt Flats and Bolivian desert. Experience the world's largest salt flats, vibrant colored lagoons, and surreal landscapes in high-altitude deserts. Highlights include exploring the iconic train graveyard, witnessing mesmerizing sunsets, and soaking in natural hot springs. With expert guides, cozy accommodations, and seamless transportation, this tour offers an immersive journey into Bolivia's natural wonders. Perfect for photographers and history buffs, this adventure promises awe-inspiring sights and unique cultural experiences. ...more ...less
Highlights
Capture surreal photos on the vast Uyuni Salt Flats.
Discover the eerie Train Cemetery in Uyuni.
Marvel at flamingos in the stunning Red and Green Lagoons.
Discover unique rock formations in the Siloli Desert.
Itinerary
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Enjoy a free day at your leisure. In the evening, please make your own way to the bus station. From here, you'll catch your overnight bus from La Paz to Uyuni and enjoy a light dinner on the bus.
Day 2: Uyuni - Villa Candelaria, Bolivia
Location: Villa candelaria
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Uyuni - Colchani - Incahuasi Island - Pia Pia Island - Candelaria (L/D)
We will begin our journey at 10:00 AM with a departure from our starting location. At 10:30 AM, we will start the tour by visiting the Cementerio de trenes (Train Cemetery) which is a unique and interesting train graveyard located in the middle of the Uyuni Salt Flat. Then, we will continue to El proceso de sal en Colchani (The Salt Production Process in Colchani) to see how salt is extracted and processed. After that, we will visit the Artesanías de sal (Salt crafts) to see the various ways in which salt is used to create beautiful and unique crafts. We will also visit the Montones de sal (Salt piles) to see the vast expanse of salt flats, and the Ojos de sal (Salt Eyes) which are small pools of water that are surrounded by salt flats. Lastly, we will visit Isla Incahuasi (Incahuasi Island), which is a small island located in the middle of the salt flats and is home to cacti and other unique plants. Then, we will check-in to the Hotel de Sal, which is built entirely out of salt bricks and provides guests with an opportunity to experience what it's like to sleep on a bed of salt.
8:00 PM we check-in to the first night's accommodation at the Hotel de Sal, (shared bathroom) and we will enjoy dinner together.
Day 3: Villa Candelaria - Polques, Bolivia
Location: Polques Pampa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Chiguana Desert - Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser (B/L/D)
We will start the day with a 7:30 AM breakfast before departing at 8:00 AM. We will visit Volcán Ollague which is an active volcano, as well as Lagunas con Flamencos (Cañapa Hedionda - Honda), which are saltwater lagoons that are home to thousands of flamingos. We will also visit Desierto de Siloli (Siloli Desert) which is a desert that is located in the Andes Mountains and is known for its unique rock formations. After lunch, we will visit Montañas de 7colores (7-Colored Mountains), El árbol de Piedra (The Stone Tree) and Laguna Colorada (Huayllajara) which is a red-colored lagoon that is home to thousands of flamingos. We will spend our second night at the Albergue Laguna Colorada (shared bathroom)
Day 4: Polques - Uyuni - La Paz, Bolivia
Location: La Paz
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Dali Desert - Green Lagoon – Uyuni - La Paz (B/L)
We will start the day early with a 5:00 AM departure. We will visit the Geiseres, which are geysers that spout hot water and steam and the Aguas Termales (Thermal Waters) where people can relax and enjoy the natural hot water. After breakfast, we will visit Rocas de Dalí (Dali's Rocks) which is a unique rock formation that was named after Salvador Dalí, as well as Laguna Verde (Green Lagoon) and Laguna Blanca (White Lagoon) which are both known for their vibrant and stunning colors. We will also visit Valle de Rocas (Valley of Rocks) and finish the tour visiting Culplina and San Cristobal. We will be back at Uyuni by 5:00 PM. Time at leisure to eat and visit the town. Make your own way to the bus station to take the overnight bus back to La Paz (departure time: 21:00hrs.). During your overnight trip you will enjoy a light dinner on the bus.
Day 5: La Paz, Bolivia
Location: La Paz
Arrive back in La Paz
Your arrival at the La Paz bus station is approximately scheduled at 05:30hrs.
What's Included
Accommodation
4 nights Accommodation
Transport
1 overnight trip in tourist bus from La Paz to Uyuni 1 overnight trip in tourist bus from Uyuni to La Paz *Shared 4WD transport on tour (max 7 people per car) Transport as per itinerary
Meals
2B/3L/3D
Activities
Active sightseeing adventures Hike Shared Salt Flats Excursion
Guides
English-speaking guide for some experiences
What's Not Included
Entrance fee to Incahuasi Island (approx. 30 Bs)
Entrance fee to Eduardo Avaroa Reserve (approx. 150 Bs)
Sleeping bags (recommended during Uyuni Expedition, approx. 50 Bs)
Hot shower at the lodges (approx. 30 Bs)
Flights
Travel insurance
Other activities
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses and gratuities
Private room during Uyuni Expedition (approx. 48 USD per person, subject to availability)
Mode of Transport
Travel includes an overnight trip in a tourist bus from La Paz to Uyuni, with a light dinner provided on the bus.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights of accommodation, including a unique stay at the Hotel de Sal, built entirely out of salt bricks, and shared bathroom facilities at Albergue Laguna Colorada.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of transport is provided during the tour?
The tour includes an overnight trip in a tourist bus from La Paz to Uyuni, with a light dinner provided on the bus.
Is there an English-speaking guide available during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide is available for some experiences during the tour.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes active sightseeing adventures such as visiting the Train Cemetery, the Salt Production Process in Colchani, Incahuasi Island, Volcán Ollague, various lagoons with flamingos, the Siloli Desert, the Stone Tree, Laguna Colorada, geysers, thermal waters, Dali's Rocks, Green Lagoon, White Lagoon, and the Valley of Rocks.
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What time does the tour start and end each day?
The tour starts with a departure from La Paz at 21:00 on Day 1. Daily activities generally start around 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and end by 20:00. The tour concludes with an arrival back in La Paz at approximately 05:30 on Day 5.
What should I bring for the Uyuni Expedition?
It is recommended to bring sleeping bags (approx. 50 Bs) and be prepared for additional costs such as hot showers at the lodges (approx. 30 Bs).
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation, including a unique stay at the Hotel de Sal, built entirely out of salt bricks, and shared bathroom facilities at Albergue Laguna Colorada.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews from travellers on this tour
Great job Bamba
43887
Do yourself a favor and book this incredible tour with Bamba. They were professional and quick to send me all the information I needed after I booked. The tour itself was incredible. I mean the salt falts are stunning, you can't go wrong here.
Spectacular natural wonders
43524
We got amazed by all these spectacular natural wonders. We loved the excursions, the desert landscapes, the lake Titicaca, the Uyuni Salt Flats,... The sandboarding activity in huacachina was great! We also recommend Machu Picchu, it is amazing! Overall, a excellent trip, thanks bamba.
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Wonderful Bamba Tour
43900
Really happy that we went with Bamba's tour. They took great care of us and made sure we had a wonderful time.
Top-Notch Bamba
43879
Excellent service provided by Bamba. Really loved the itinerary and all the cool things we saw and did.
Great value
43890
A jam-packed four days, full of incredible things to see and do. Loved that Bamba took care of all the transfers on this trip so we didn't have to worry about transportation. As for the salt flats, they were unbelievably beautiful.
SO Cool!
43907
Stunning landscape and overall such a cool trip.
Outstanding customer service
43871
Bamba's customer service team did an outstanding job planning our tour. An error that was out of our control popped up and they took care of it and waved the additional fee. I can't express just how wonderful it was to plan our trip with Bamba and their customer service team.
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Beautiful Tour
43872
A beautiful tour to experience the landscape from Bolivia to Chile!
Active trip
43911
Really enjoyed how active this tour was. We were moving around a lot and constantly seeing new spectacular things.
Wonderful tour!
43870
This was a wonderful tour. Really knowledgable guide. Accommodation was surprisingly nice. Super happy with everything on this trip. Well done Bamba!
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 5D/4N (La Paz to La Paz)
5 Days Starting and ending in La Paz, Bolivia
Visiting:
Uyuni, Villa candelaria, Polques Pampa, La Paz
