Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 4D/3N (Salt Lodge)
Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 4D/3N (Salt Lodge)
4 Days Starting and ending in La Paz, Bolivia
Visiting: Uyuni, Uyuni Salt Flats, Train Cemetery, Colchani, Incahuasi Island, Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, Siloli Desert, Laguna Colorada, Dali Desert, Green Lagoon, Valley of the Stones, La Paz
Tour operator:
Tour code:
54869
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Eco Conscious, Gardens & Nature Tours, Photography, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a breathtaking 4-day, 3-night air expedition to the mesmerizing Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia. This tour offers an unforgettable journey through surreal landscapes, starting with a flight from La Paz to Uyuni. Explore the iconic train cemetery and the salt-harvesting village of Colchani before reaching the vast expanse of the salt flats and the cactus-covered Incahuasi Island. Marvel at the stunning sunset over the glittering salt. Discover the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna Reserve, home to colorful lagoons, flamingos, and unique rock formations. Experience the geothermal wonders of geysers and thermal waters, and traverse the surreal Dali Desert and Green Lagoon. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in salt lodges and hostels, with meals and guided tours included. This adventure promises a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural exploration, all under the guidance of an English-speaking tour guide. Return flights between La Paz and Uyuni ensure a seamless travel experience.
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Itinerary
Day 1: La Paz - Uyuni, Bolivia
Location: Uyuni, Uyuni Salt Flats, Train Cemetery, Colchani, Incahuasi Island
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: hotel built from salt bricks
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Fly to Uyuni and visit Salt Flats (L/D)
At designed time, pick-up from the hotel and transfer to the airport to take the flight to Uyuni. Today we depart for our first foray on to the Uyuni Salt Flats. We'll be picked up from the airport and the journey begins with a short visit to the famed (and rusting) train cemetery, full of rusting train cars that were once used to transport minerals and people to and from Uyuni. We then continue to the salt-harvesting village of Colchani to see how the locals produce salt. After this (finally!) we will reach the great Uyuni Salt Flats, visiting the bizarre Incahuasi Island that is covered in enormous cacti and from where we get an amazing view of the flats. We will enjoy a beautiful sunset in the middle of the endless expanse of glittering salt and then return to Colchani to overnight in a hotel built from salt bricks!
Day 2: Uyuni, Bolivia
Location: Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, Siloli Desert, Laguna Colorada
Accommodation: Hostel
Accommodation Name: accommodation
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna Reserve (B/L/D)
Today our adventure continues through the lunar landscapes of the southern altiplano at Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve. As the country's most visited protected area, the reserve boasts volcanos, deserts, colorful lagoons, and unique Andean wildlife, such as flamingos. Enjoy lunch next to one of the region’s multi-colored lagoons. Then, we will continue to Siloli Desert, where we will witness the wonder of great rock formations thanks to the wind erosion over the years. The tour will finish with a visit to the red-colored Laguna Colorada before heading to your accommodation for a well-earned rest.
Day 3: Uyuni, Bolivia
Location: Dali Desert, Green Lagoon, Valley of the Stones, Uyuni
Accommodation Name: Uyuni's hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dali Desert, Green Lagoon, Valley of the Stones (B)
Today we continue on to the southern part of Lípez and Eduardo National Park, created to help conserve the region’s flora and fauna. Among other stops, we’ll be able to enjoy geysers and thermal waters and, if you dare, have a soak! Then, we will travel through the (surreal!) Dali Desert and visit the Green Lagoon with Licancabur Volcano as a backdrop. We ́ll have a box lunch en route to Uyuni, passing through the Valley of the Stones, yet another extraordinary geological formation created by wind and sand erosion. We reach Uyuni's hotel for a well-deserved rest.
Day 4: Uyuni - La Paz, Bolivia
Location: Uyuni, La Paz
Transfer to the airport to take the flight back to La Paz.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in a salt lodge and hostel for 2 nights, and in a salt lodge for 1 night in Uyuni.
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Transport
Includes flights and transfers, transport during the tour, and return flights between La Paz and Uyuni.
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Activities
Participate in a guided tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats, visit the thermal waters of Polques, explore Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, and enjoy guided tours of the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Flora and Fauna Reserve.
What's Not Included
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Other activities
Additional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal expenses and gratuities
Personal expenses and gratuities are not covered.
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Meals not specified in the itinerary
Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not provided and should be arranged separately.
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Entrance fee to Eduardo Avaroa Reserve
The entrance fee to Eduardo Avaroa Reserve, approximately 150 Bs, is not included.
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Entrance fee to Incahuasi Island
The entrance fee to Incahuasi Island, approximately 30 Bs, is not included.
Mode of Transport
Enjoy seamless travel with flights and transfers, including return flights between La Paz and Uyuni, and transport during the tour for a hassle-free experience.Accommodation
Experience unique stays with 2 nights in a salt lodge and hostel, 1 night in a salt lodge, and 1 night in Uyuni, offering a blend of comfort and local charm.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition?
The accommodation includes 2 nights in a salt lodge and hostel, 1 night in a salt lodge, and 1 night in Uyuni.
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Are meals included in the Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition?
Yes, the tour includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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What activities are included in the Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition?
The activities include a guided tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats, a visit to the thermal waters of Polques, visits to Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, and a guided tour of the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Flora and Fauna Reserve.
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Is there an English-speaking guide available during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking tour guide is available in Uyuni.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in La Paz, Bolivia.
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Are entrance fees to certain sites included in the tour price?
No, entrance fees to the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve and Incahuasi Island are not included and are approximately 150 Bs and 30 Bs respectively.
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What kind of transport is provided during the tour?
The tour includes flights and transfers, transport during the tour, and return flights between La Paz and Uyuni.
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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.
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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.
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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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