From San Pedro de Atacama: 4-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour
Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia
Discover the Uyuni Salt Flats on a 4-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Explore the Salvador Dalí Desert, the Polques Hot Springs, the Green Lagoon, and the Laguna Colorada.
3-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour from San Pedro de Atacama
This 3-day guided tour from San Pedro de Atacama explores the Uyuni Salt Flats and surrounding natural attractions, ideal for adventure and nature enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore the Uyuni Salt Flats, Incahuasi Island, and the Dakar Monument
- Visit the Salvador Dali Desert, Polques Hot Springs, and Sol de Mañana Geysers
- See Laguna Verde, Laguna Blanca, and flamingos in their natural habitats
- Travel in a 4x4 with a private English-speaking guide
- Stay in basic hostels with meals included
Description
Begin your adventure with a hotel pick-up in San Pedro de Atacama, then cross the Chile-Bolivia border to start the tour at 9:30 am Bolivian time from Hito Cajon. Visit the Lincancabur Volcano Viewpoint, Laguna Verde, Laguna Blanca, Salvador Dali Desert, Polques Hot Springs, Sol de Mañana Geysers, and Laguna Roja, where you can observe flamingos. Overnight stays are in basic hostels shared with your private group.
Day 1: San Pedro – Hito Cajon – Huayllajara
Cross the border and explore volcanic landscapes and salt lagoons before spending the night in Huayllajara in a shared basic hostel room.
Day 2: Huayllajara – Agencha
After breakfast, visit the Árbol de Piedra, Desierto de Siloli, Laguna Cañapa, Laguna Hedionda, and Laguna Chiarcota, observing flamingos in their habitats. Continue to Mirador del Volcán de Ollague and Valle de las Rocas before overnighting in Agencha.
Day 3: Agencha – Uyuni City
Visit the Salar de Uyuni, Incahuasi Island (salt hotel), Banderas del Mundo, Dakar Monument, and the settlement of Colchani, known for salt crafts and llama and alpaca wool textiles. The tour concludes with arrival in Uyuni City around 6:00 to 6:30 pm.
Includes
- Pick-up service in San Pedro de Atacama
- Private 4x4 transportation with roof rack
- Driver and private English-speaking guide
- 3 lunches, 2 dinners, and 2 breakfasts
- First night accommodation in Huayllajara: shared 6-bed room with shared toilets
- Second night accommodation in Agencha: shared room with 2 or 3 beds, each with private toilets
Excludes
- Bolivian border tax (15 BOB)
- Incahuasi Island entrance fee (30 BOB)
- Eduardo Avaroa Reserve entrance fee (150 BOB)
- Natural hot springs fee (6 BOB)
- Bathroom fees along the route (30 BOB)
- Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring warm clothing, sun protection, and sufficient water. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during high season from May to October.