Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 3D/2N (Budget)

Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 3D/2N (Budget)

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Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 3D/2N (Budget)

3 Days Starting and ending in La Paz

Visiting: Uyuni, La Paz

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

54862

Group Type:

Independent

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

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NB: Prices correct on 02-Jul-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Discover the infamous Salar de Uyuni on this amazing 3-day air-expedition. Fly from La Paz and embark on an unforgettable expedition through the vast and blinding-white salt flats of Uyuni and into the desert of southwest Bolivia. Along the way, visit tiny villages, multi-colored lakes with flamingos, geysers, and thermal hot-springs at 4,000 - 5,000m. At the end of this amazing adventure, fly back to La Paz.

Highlights

  • See active volcanoes & relax in therapeutic hot springs

  • Included flights from & to La Paz

  • Drive through Bolivia's moon-like deserts

  • Marvel at breathtaking red and green colored lakes

Itinerary

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Day 1: La Paz - Uyuni, Bolivia

Location: Uyuni

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Duration: 3 Days

Departure Time: 7:15


Uyuni Salt Flats (L/D)


At the scheduled time, you'll be picked up from the hotel and transferred to the airport (driver only) to take the flight to Uyuni. Upon arrival, you'll be picked up from the airport. Today we will first visit the Train cemetery (very old locomotives from the Carbon era), the town of Colchani, where we will see the manual processing of salt, handicrafts and a salt museum. Then, we will enter the Uyuni salt flats (12,000 km2) and will see the “Montones de sal'' and how locals extract the salt. We will visit Playa Blanca hotel and the Incahuasi Island with its giant cacti that is located in the middle of the salt flats. We will have lunch here, enjoying an amazing view. Then, we will continue our trip to the town of San Juan or Atulcha (3,700 masl). Night at a small salt hostel.

Day 2: Uyuni, Bolivia

Location: Uyuni

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Salar de Chiguana, lagoons and Siloli desert (B/L/D)


Today we will depart at 08:30am. We will visit Salar de Chiguana, viewpoint of the Ollague Volcano (active), to later continue the tour and visit the Andean lagoons of Cañapa, Chiarcota, and Hedionda, located at an average altitude of 4,300masl. Here, we can see flamingos, vicuñas or other Andean fauna. We will then pass through the Siloli desert and visit the Stone Tree, formed due to the erosion. In the afternoon, we will visit Laguna Colorada (4,300masl) where we can see more wild animals, such as flamingos or vicuñas. We will continue to Huayllajara, where our small hostel is located at an average altitude of 4,300masl. Please consider that the temperature is very low at night (even -20 °C), therefore it is recommended to bring a sleeping bag.

Day 3: Uyuni - La Paz, Bolivia

Location: La Paz

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Sol de Mañana, Dali Desert and return to La Paz (B/L)


Today we will depart at 05:00am to visit the active geysers of Sol de Mañana, which are located at an altitude of 4,900masl. We will see the fumaroles or boiling lava at a temperature of 90° C. Then, we will continue to the thermal waters of Polques, where we can take a hot bath. We will pass through the Dalí desert until we reach the Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, located at the foot of the Licancabur volcano. . After this, we will return to the Uyuni town (approx. 7 hours) without many stops except at noon for lunch and a visit to the rock valley in Villamar. Arrival around 17:00hrs. Time at leisure to eat and visit the town. Transfer to the airport to take the flight back to La Paz.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    2N in salt hostel and hostel
    1N in salt hostel
    1N in Uyuni hostel

  • Transport

    Return flights between La Paz and Uyuni
    Transport during the tour

  • Meals

    2B/3L/2D

  • Activities

    Visits and guided tours
    Uyuni Salt Flats Guided Tour
    Visit to thermal waters of Polques
    Visit to Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca
    Eduardo Avaroa Andean Flora & Fauna Reserve Guided Tour

  • Guides

    English-speaking tour guide in Uyuni

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fee to Incahuasi Island (approx. 30 Bs)

  • Entrance fee to Eduardo Avaroa Reserve (approx. 150 Bs)

  • Sleeping bags (recommended during Uyuni Expedition, approx. 50 Bs)

  • Private room during Uyuni Expedition (approx. 48 USD per person, subject to availability)

  • Hot shower at the lodges (approx. 30 Bs)

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal expenses and gratuities

  • Meals not specified in the itinerary

  • Other activities

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with return flights between La Paz and Uyuni, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey to and from the stunning salt flats.

Accommodation

Enjoy 2 nights in a unique salt hostel and a cozy hostel, providing a comfortable and memorable stay during your Uyuni Salt Flats expedition.

Check out our Q&As

  • What are some of the key activities included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to the Train Cemetery, Colchani, Uyuni Salt Flats, Incahuasi Island, Salar de Chiguana, Andean lagoons, Siloli Desert, Stone Tree, Laguna Colorada, Sol de Mañana geysers, thermal waters of Polques, Dalí Desert, Laguna Verde, and Laguna Blanca.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.

  • Is there an English-speaking guide available during the tour?

    Yes, an English-speaking tour guide will be available in Uyuni.

  • What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?

    You can expect to see flamingos, vicuñas, and other Andean fauna during the tour.

  • Is there any leisure time during the tour?

    Yes, on the third day, after returning to Uyuni town around 17:00hrs, you will have time at leisure to eat and visit the town before transferring to the airport.

  • What should I bring for the tour, especially considering the weather conditions?

    It is recommended to bring a sleeping bag as the temperature can be very low at night (even -20 °C).

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    You will stay in a unique salt hostel and a cozy hostel for 2 nights during the Uyuni Salt Flats expedition.

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

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