Salar de Uyuni - Tahua

La Paz Department - The Salar de Uyuni is one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders on Earth, offering a unique opportunity to experience the grandeur of nature.

The tour begins at approximately 07:00 am, with a pickup from your hotel in La Paz and a transfer to El Alto International Airport. A flight to Uyuni takes about 45 minutes. Upon arrival at Uyuni Airport, you will meet your professional guide and private driver.

In Uyuni, enjoy a delightful American buffet at one of the area’s most popular restaurants.

Train Cemetery - The Train Cemetery in Uyuni is a fascinating tourist attraction. This desolate site is filled with abandoned railway machinery, evoking thoughts of the glorious past of the early 20th century. The silver mining boom necessitated the construction of railways, and Uyuni was the first place in Bolivia to hear a train whistle.

You will have a visit with photo opportunities.

Colchani - Colchani is home to 580 residents whose livelihoods are tied to salt extraction, agriculture (royal quinoa), crafts, and tourism. It is a must-stop on the way to the majestic Uyuni salt flat. The area is known for its small houses made of salt bricks, and attractions include the salt factory and craft stalls on the main street.
Activities:

• Purchase handicrafts at the town’s central point.
• Visit the salt processor and the Salt Museum in Colchani.
• View the first Salt Hotel “Playa Blanca,” now the main salt museum in the area.

Isla Incahuasi - Next, stop at the salt piles and visit the Salt Museum. Enjoy the breathtaking landscape from the top of Incahuasi Island, located in the middle of the salt flat, offering an incredible 360° view of the Salar.

Tunupa Volcano - Continue the journey to the foot of the Tunupa Volcano, where lunch will be served amidst the Salt Flats with a stunning view.

Salar de Uyuni - Witness one of the world’s most beautiful sunsets, enjoy perspective photography, and experience the mesmerizing reflection of the sky on the ground.

Tahua - Ojo de Perdíz

Salar de Uyuni - Cross the Salar de Uyuni, visiting Fish Island, and continue the tour to San Pedro de Quemes for a delightful lunch.

Laguna Hedionda - Along the Chilean border, follow the “Jewels Route” to visit the small, colorful lagoons Chiarkota and Hedionda, sanctuaries for three varieties of flamingos.

Laguna Canapa - Observe Laguna Cañapa, a beautiful lake surrounded by Andean plants, with whitish edges from the saline remains of the waters.

Capture surreal photographs of the Andean landscape and observe flamingo flocks up close. You will also encounter Andean seagulls, wild vicuñas, and some vizcachas.

Stop at the Ollague Volcano Viewpoint at 5,865 meters above sea level, one of the most active volcanoes in the Western Cordillera. From there, see fumaroles approximately 100 meters high.

Immerse yourself in volcanic rocks with unique shapes.

Siloli Desert - Cross the Salar de Chiguana, another salt formation bordering Chile, surrounded by volcanoes in shades of gray, silver, red, and white.

The site features a railway track running from Abaroa Station to Uyuni.

Visit San Juan del Rosario, home to the Necropolis Museum.

Enter a desert area, experiencing a variety of colors around each curve of the ride. Along the way, see the Tayka del Desierto Hotel, where you will rest for the day.

Ojo de Perdiz – San Pedro de Atacama

Arbol de Piedra - Explore the extensive lands of the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, a protected area in Bolivia with a unique ecosystem showcasing incredible natural phenomena.
Visit one of the driest places on Earth, a desert known for strong winds and intriguing volcanic rock formations like the Stone Tree.

Laguna Colorada - Visit Laguna Colorada, the most important nesting site for three species of flamingos. The lagoon’s red color is due to algae reacting to solar radiation and wind.

Geiser Sol de la Manana - Cross the Geysers, known as the Morning Sun Geysers, where their full splendor is visible in the morning with the first light. This is the highest point of the route (5000 meters above sea level).

Aguas Termales de Polques - The desert and Chalviri Salt Flats offer a landscape combining snow’s white with the desert’s reddish-brown and the water’s blue. Enjoy a swim in the Polques Hot Springs.

Laguna Verde - Continue to the Ladies Valley, offering a stunning view with rock formations.

Proceed to the beautiful Laguna Verde, a border crossing between Chile and Bolivia.

San Pedro de Atacama - Head to Hito Cajones, where after changing vehicles, continue to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama, arriving at approximately 3:00 p.m.

• Transportation in private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser vehicle
• Private transfers
• Oxygen tank and satellite phone
• Tickets to all tourist attractions
• Pick up from your hotel in La Paz - Drop-off San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
• Private transfer from Hito Cajón - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
• Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast included
• Air ticket La Paz - Uyuni
• Professional bilingual guide
• 2 nights in the best hotels - Luna Salada and Tayka del Desierto

• Drinks in hotels, personal snacks and tips

Discover the wonders of the Bolivian Salt Flats in just 3 days and 2 nights, featuring private transfers, exclusive VIP service (concluding in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile), and flights included from La Paz, Bolivia.

This journey offers an unforgettable adventure across 12,000 square kilometers of stunning salt landscapes.

Is your camera ready? The dazzling white expanse of the Salar de Uyuni resembles a vast glacier. Enjoy a safe and comfortable trip, staying at the finest hotels in the region, “Red de Hoteles Tayka.”

Explore the vibrant Deserts, the renowned Stone Tree, the Green Lagoon, the Colored Lagoon, and the Hot Springs during this enchanting visit to the Salar de Uyuni.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.