La Paz: 1-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour by Flight with hotel

La Paz Department, Bolivia, Bolivia



See the amazing salt flats of the Salar de Uyuni on a day trip from La Paz. Get bird's eye views on the short flight to Uyuni, encounter the animals of the Andes at Tunupa Volcano and more.

Uyuni Salt Flats Overnight Tour from La Paz

This overnight tour from La Paz offers flights, transport, meals, and accommodation for travelers interested in exploring the Uyuni Salt Flats.

Highlights

  • Enjoy aerial views of La Paz on a 45-minute flight to Uyuni
  • Explore the Uyuni Salt Flats, including Incahuasi Island
  • Watch the sunset over the salt flats with a toast

Description

Start your journey with a morning pickup from your La Paz hotel, followed by a drive to El Alto Airport. Board a 45-minute flight offering panoramic views of La Paz before landing in Uyuni, where your guide and private driver will greet you.

Begin with an American-style buffet breakfast at a local café, then visit the train cemetery, home to numerous abandoned trains. Next, discover how salt is processed in Colchani before entering the expansive Uyuni Salt Flats.

Visit Incahuasi Island to see giant cacti and unique rock formations. After enjoying a traditional local lunch, continue to the base of Tunupa Volcano for clear views of the surrounding Andes and to observe native wildlife such as llamas and vicuñas.

Return to the salt flats to watch the sunset accompanied by a toast, then travel back to Uyuni for an overnight stay at Hotel Luna Salada. On day two, transfer to the airport for your return flight to La Paz, where a driver will take you back to your original pickup location.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Roundtrip airfare between La Paz and Uyuni
  • Breakfast and lunch meals
  • Professional tour guide
  • Entrance fees to all sites
  • One-night accommodation at Hotel Luna Salada
  • Complimentary bottled water and oxygen bottles

Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring warm clothing, sun protection, and a camera. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during dry season months.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a flight from La Paz to Uyuni, guided Salt Flats exploration, accommodation, meals, and transfers.
The flight from La Paz to Uyuni takes approximately 45 minutes.
Pickup is from your hotel in La Paz before transfer to El Alto Airport.
Yes, visiting the train cemetery is part of the guided tour itinerary in Uyuni.
Yes, the tour includes overnight accommodation in Uyuni.
Yes, meals including an American-style buffet breakfast and other meals are provided during the tour.
The tour schedules a sunset visit to the salt flats with a special toast, typically in the late afternoon.
It's recommended to bring sun protection, warm clothing, and comfortable shoes to adapt to varying weather conditions in Bolivia.
Yes, the tour combines natural landscapes with cultural experiences, making it ideal for enthusiasts of both.
Please check the official tour website or booking platform for the latest schedule and availability details.

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