Uyuni: Night of Stars + 4 Star Salt Hotel | Private |

Potosí Department, Bolivia



Uyuni: Night of Stars + 4 Star Salt Hotel | Private |

Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour: Sunset, Stars, Train Cemetery & Incahuasi Island

This 3-day private tour explores Bolivia’s Uyuni Salt Flats, ideal for travelers seeking natural landscapes and astronomy experiences.

Highlights

  • Experience sunset and starry night in the Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Walk on the reflective salt layer with mirror-like effects
  • Visit the Train Cemetery, Colchani community, and Incahuasi Island

Tour Description

Day 1: Sunset and Starry Night at Salar de Uyuni
Pick-up from Uyuni airport or terminal and transfer to a 4-star hotel located on the salt flats. The morning and early afternoon are free for rest or exploration. In the late afternoon, begin the Sunset and Starry Night tour. Reach a designated vantage point to observe the Milky Way and capture photos under a clear starry sky. Tour ends around 10 pm with transfer back to the salt hotel.

Note: During the rainy season (December to May), a thin water layer creates a mirror effect over the flats. Tours operate year-round except during full moons when starlight visibility is limited.

Day 2: Train Cemetery, Colchani, Incahuasi Island and Salt Flat
After hotel pick-up, visit the Train Cemetery to see abandoned locomotives. Continue to Colchani, a local community with rustic salt workshops and a salt microprocessor. Proceed to the Salar de Uyuni stopping at salt extraction areas, salt eyes (natural water wells), and Playa Blanca salt hotel museum. End the day at Incahuasi Island where you can hike among cacti, marine rock fossils, and enjoy panoramic 360° views. Return to the salt flat hotel in the evening.

Day 3: Departure
Transfer from the hotel to Uyuni bus station or airport to conclude the tour.

Includes

  • Pick-up from Uyuni Airport or Bus Terminal
  • Pick-up from hotel on the salt flats
  • Private 4x4 transportation throughout the tour
  • Lunch at the Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Two nights at a 4-star salt hotel
  • Private English and Spanish-speaking guide
  • Night Stars Tour in the Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Transfers to Uyuni Airport or Bus Terminal on day 3

Excludes

  • Food not specified in the itinerary

Cancellation Policy

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

Booking Tips

Bring warm clothing for nighttime temperatures. The best months for star visibility are outside full moon periods and the rainy season. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during dry months (May to November).

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a 3-day guided experience featuring sunset and starry night views at Salar de Uyuni, visits to the Train Cemetery, Colchani village, and Incahuasi Island, plus accommodation in a 4-star salt hotel.
The tour begins with pickup from either the Uyuni bus terminal or airport in Bolivia.
Yes, walking on the reflective surface of the Salar de Uyuni salt flats is part of the experience.
The starry night is best viewed during the clear evenings while staying at the salt flat hotel on the first night.
This tour is ideal for travelers interested in astronomy, natural landscapes, and exploring cultural sites in Bolivia.
The tour includes visits to the Train Cemetery and the village of Colchani, where you can learn about local culture and history.
Accommodation is at a 4-star salt hotel, offering a unique and comfortable stay on the Salar de Uyuni.
Yes, the first day includes free time for rest or independent exploration before the sunset and starry night activities.
Yes, transportation is included throughout the 3-day tour to key sites such as Incahuasi Island and the Train Cemetery.
Check the official tour website for the latest details on pickup times and the daily itinerary in Bolivia.

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