BOLIVIA: DISCOVER UYUNI SALT FLAT & TUNUPA VOLCANO IN 2D/1N
Sur Lipez Province, Bolivia
Explore the unexpected and surreal beauty of our planet in the Bolivian Andes on a two-day trip, where you can discover the Uyuni salt flats and Tunupa volcano.
Overview
This 3-day tour explores Bolivia’s Uyuni Salt Flats and surrounding natural attractions, ideal for travelers interested in unique landscapes and wildlife.
Highlights
- Explore the world’s largest salt flat with expansive white landscapes
- Visit colorful Cañapa, Hedionda, and Honda Lagoons, habitats for Andean flamingos
- Discover the Siloli Desert with unique rock formations and arid scenery
- See the Sol de la Mañana geysers at high altitude in the Andes
- Relax in the Polques hot springs surrounded by mountain views
Itinerary
Day 1: Uyuni City – Colcha K
Begin the tour with a visit to the Train Cemetery in Uyuni, showcasing abandoned locomotives from the region’s industrial past. Continue to the community of Colchani to learn traditional salt extraction and refinement methods.
Enter the vast Uyuni Salt Flats, stopping at the bubbling Ojos del Salar saltwater springs. Visit the Dakar Monument and Salt Pyramids, ideal for photography against the white expanse. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the endless horizon.
In the afternoon, explore Incahuasi Island, home to giant cacti over 10 meters tall. End the day with sunset views over the salt flats before proceeding to Colcha K village for overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Colcha K – Huayllajara
Early morning departure to the Ollagüe Volcano viewpoint to observe this active Andean volcano. Visit Cañapa, Hedionda, and Honda Lagoons, home to flocks of pink flamingos. A picnic lunch is served in this high-altitude setting.
After lunch, cross the Siloli Desert, stopping at the Stone Tree, a gravity-defying sculpted rock formation. Arrive at Laguna Colorada (Red Lagoon), a crimson lake and flamingo sanctuary. Overnight stay is in the remote village of Huayllajara.
Day 3: Huayllajara – Uyuni City
Before dawn, visit the Sol de la Mañana Geysers, featuring fumaroles and boiling mud pools. Relax at the Polques Hot Springs with warm mineral-rich waters surrounded by Andean scenery.
Continue to the Green Lagoon at Licancabur Volcano’s base, passing through the surreal Salvador Dalí Desert. After lunch en route, return to Uyuni. Optionally, continue onward to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.
What’s Included
- Guide service (depending on booking option)
- Hotel or airport pickup
- Transportation in a 4x4 all-terrain truck
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- 2 nights accommodation in standard hotels
- 2 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 2 dinners
- Rain boots
- First aid kit
- Logistical equipment
What’s Excluded
- Meals and beverages, unless specified
- Airfare or bus transport to Uyuni city
- Travel insurance (see booking conditions)
- Personal expenses, tips, and additional costs
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.
Booking Tips
Book during the dry season (May to November) for best salt flat conditions. Bring sun protection, warm layers, and a camera to capture the unique landscapes.
