From La Paz to La Paz: Uyuni Salt Flat Tour 1D + Night Buses
Potosí Department, Bolivia
Short on Time? Visit Uyuni in 2 Nights and 1 Day! Round-trip bus from La Paz to Uyuni. Full-day tour of Uyuni Salt Flats with an English-speaking guide.
Uyuni Salt Flats Tour: 2 Nights and 1 Day from La Paz
This guided tour departs from La Paz and is suited for travelers looking to explore the Uyuni Salt Flats with English-speaking support.
Highlights
- 2 Nights, 1 Day visit to Uyuni Salt Flats
- Night bus service between La Paz and Uyuni
- English-speaking tour guide included
- Tour starts and ends at La Paz city bus station
Itinerary
Day 1
- 9:00 p.m.: Arrive at La Paz Bus Station for check-in
- 9:30 p.m.: Depart by bus to Uyuni (approximately 10 hours; bus has comfortable seats and onboard toilet)
Day 2
- 7:00 a.m.: Arrive in Uyuni - free time to buy coffee, snacks, or water (local businesses open at 10:30 a.m.)
- 10:00 a.m.: Meet at the tour office in Uyuni
- 10:30 a.m.: Begin full-day tour visiting:
- Train Graveyard: abandoned trains on Uyuni outskirts
- Colchani: salt miners' workshops and local salt and textile handicrafts
- Uyuni Salt Flats sites:
- Saltwater eyes
- Salt hotel-museum
- Flags of the World (bring your own flag to place for free)
- Dakar Monument
- Incahuasi Island: hike to see giant cacti and petrified coral formations (seasonal access)
- Photo opportunities on the salt flats with perspective effects
- Sunset over the salt flats with a glass of wine
- Lunch provided around midday during the tour
- 7:00–7:45 p.m.: Return to Uyuni city
- 9:00 p.m.: Check-in at Uyuni Bus Station
- 9:30 p.m.: Depart by bus back to La Paz
Day 3
- 6:00–6:45 a.m.: Arrival at La Paz bus station
Notes
During the rainy season (January to April), access to Incahuasi Island may be restricted. The salt flats display a mirror effect during this period.
What’s Included
- Round-trip comfortable bus transport between La Paz and Uyuni
- English-speaking tour guide
- 4WD transportation with rooftop luggage rack during the tour
- Local driver
- One lunch during the tour
What’s Excluded
- Bus station tax: 4.50 BOB per person
- Incahuasi Island entrance fee: 30 BOB per person
- Toilet fees en route: 20 BOB per person
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, handicrafts): approximately 100 BOB per person
- Meals other than lunch (dinner and breakfast)
- Bring cash in Bolivianos; USD and cards are not accepted on the tour
Important Information
- Tour begins and ends at La Paz city bus station
- Check-in for bus departure is at 9:00 p.m. on the first and second days
- Provide a working WhatsApp number for coordination
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available if canceled at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure seats on the night buses and confirm availability. Bring warm clothing for early mornings and evenings on the salt flats. Best to visit outside the rainy season for full access to Incahuasi Island.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes round-trip night bus transport between La Paz and Uyuni, a 1-day guided tour of the salt flats, and an English-speaking Uyuni tour guide.
The night bus journey takes approximately 8 to 9 hours.
The tour starts and ends at the La Paz bus station.
Yes, the night bus provides onboard toilet facilities.
You should arrive by 9:00 p.m. to check in for the 9:30 p.m. night bus departure.
Yes, the tour is suitable for solo travelers looking for a guided experience in Bolivia’s salt flats.
The tour guide provides commentary and assistance in English.
Meals are generally not included; check the website for specific meal arrangements.
Yes, the night bus and day tour are part of a combined package with round-trip transport and guided activities.
Yes, luggage can typically be stored on the bus during the day tour for convenience.
