Uyuni: 2-Day Tour with Train Cemetery and Salar de Uyuni
ID: GYG885824-1392070
Category:
Country: Bolivia
Duration:
2 days
Description
Discover the best of Uyuni on a 2-day tour. Visit the Train Cemetery, Colchani, and the Salar de Uyuni. Explore Incahuasi Island, the Dakar Monument, and the water mirrors.
Discover the best of Uyuni on a 2-day tour. Visit the Train Cemetery, Colchani, and the Salar de Uyuni. Explore Incahuasi Island, the Dakar Monument, and the water mirrors. On the second day, visit the Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chulluncani lagoons.
Start with a visit to the Train Cemetery, which dates back to the 19th century. Here, contemplate the remains of ancient locomotives located a few kilometers from the city of Uyuni. Continue to Colchani, a small town known for the production of salt-based products. Buy various handicrafts.
Later, visit the Salar de Uyuni, which covers more than 10,000 km². Observe small piles of salt in the shape of a pyramid. Reach the entrance to Incahuasi Island. Enjoy the impressive natural views and observe the abundance of cacti.
Head to the Dakar Monument, where you can take beautiful photographs. Enjoy a delicious local lunch. Continue to the majestic Salar de Uyuni. In the afternoon, head to the water mirrors to appreciate the sunset reflecting the beautiful sky.
Start the journey at around 9:30 AM to begin the adventure in the majestic Salar de Uyuni. Visit at least three lagoons: Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chulluncani, of different colors, which are part of the Altiplano Lagoons, home to hundreds of flamingos.
Conclude the tour in the city of Uyuni at around 6:00 PM.
Highlights
- Explore the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat, on a 2-day tour
- Visit the Train Cemetery and see the remains of old locomotives
- Discover the small town of Colchani, known for its salt production
- See the Dakar Monument and take photos of the beautiful landscapes
- Visit the Incahuasi Island, home to a large number of cacti
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear layers to adjust to changing temperatures.
Bring cash for personal expenses, as ATMs may not be available.
Be prepared for high altitude; consider acclimatization time.
Respect local customs and wildlife.
Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun.
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.
