From Uyuni: 3-Day Uyuni Salt Flats and Laguna Colorada Tour

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ID: GYG871968-1373252
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Country: Bolivia

Duration: 3 days


Description

Embark on a 3-day tour of the Salar de Uyuni and Laguna Colorada from Uyuni. Explore the Train Cemetery, the Salado Playa Blanca Hotel, the Stone Tree, and the Red Lagoon.
Day 1: Train Cemetery – Colchani – Incahuasi Island
We will begin our magical journey by collecting passengers from their cozy homes in Uyuni, and then delve into history at the charming Train Cemetery, witness to ancient locomotives. We will continue to Colchani, a rustic entrance to the Salar, where craftsmanship and salt production will envelop us in their charm. Later, at the majestic Salar de Uyuni, we will witness salt extraction and marvel at the iconic Hotel Salado Playa Blanca, a jewel in the middle of the white desert. Our day will culminate on Incahuasi Island, an oasis island in the heart of the Salar, where we will walk among giant cacti and marine fossils, embraced by 360° panoramic views.

Day 2: Ollague Volcano Viewpoint – Siloli Desert – Stone Tree – Red Lagoons
We will wake up with the sun in our salt lodge and head to the Ollague Volcano Viewpoint, where nature gives us a desert and volcanic landscape of singular beauty. Then, we will explore the magical Chiarkota and Hedionda lagoons, home to flamingos and dreamlike landscapes. In the Siloli Desert, the famous Stone Tree will captivate us with its mysterious shape. We will conclude our day at the hypnotic Laguna Colorada, a natural spectacle in reddish tones, before immersing ourselves in the warmth of Huayllajara, where we will share a family dinner and rest in a community lodge.

Day 3: Fumaroles – Polques Hot Springs – Laguna Verde – Hito Cajones- San Pedro de Atacama
We will wake up before dawn to explore the fumaroles and cracks in the earth, witnesses of volcanic power and natural magic. Then, we will immerse ourselves in the beneficial hot springs of Polques, an oasis of healing and rest. We will continue towards the surreal Salvador Dali Desert, where the landscape will transport us to another world. Our journey will culminate at the dazzling Laguna Verde, at the foot of the imposing Licancabur Volcano, before crossing the border at Hito Cajones, and departing towards San Pedro de Atacama, where we will end this unforgettable odyssey through the Salar de Uyuni.at the foot of the imposing Licancabur Volcano, before crossing the border at Hito Cajones, and departing towards San Pedro de Atacama, where we will end this unforgettable odyssey through the Salar de Uyuni.at the foot of the imposing Licancabur Volcano, before crossing the border at Hito Cajones, and departing towards San Pedro de Atacama, where we will end this unforgettable odyssey through the Salar de Uyuni.

Highlights

  • Discover the Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flat in the world
  • Visit Incahuasi Island and walk among giant cacti
  • See the Stone Tree and the Red Lagoon in the Siloli Desert
  • Enjoy a family dinner and rest in a community lodge

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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.