Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 4D/3N (Budget) Tour by Bamba

4 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

La Paz, Bolivia

Ends

La Paz, Bolivia

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

Ever dreamed of capturing the surreal landscapes of Bolivia’s salt flats? The Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 4D/3N (Budget) is a value-packed adventure for young adults and experienced travelers alike. Over four days, fly from La Paz to Uyuni, where you’ll explore mirror-like salt plains, witness flamingos in colorful lagoons, and wander the haunting train cemetery. This small group trip is perfect for those seeking epic photo opportunities and cultural encounters without breaking the bank. All accommodations, meals, and transport are included, making it an accessible way to experience one of South America’s most iconic natural wonders. The USP is the budget-friendly air expedition, delivering jaw-dropping sights and immersive moments ideal for adventurous spirits wanting maximum impact in minimum time.

day 1 - La Paz - Uyuni, Bolivia

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

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

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

Today we will depart at 05:00 am to visit the active geysers of Sol de Mañana, which arelocated at an altitude of 4,900 masl. We will see the fumaroles or boiling lava at a temperatureof 90° C. Then, we will continue to the thermal waters of Polques, where we can take a hotbath. We will pass through the Dalí desert until we reach to Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca,located at the foot of the Licancabur volcano. After this, we will return to 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.

day 4 - Flight to La Paz

Transfer to the airport to take the flight back to La Paz.

Uyuni Salt Flats Air-Expedition 4D/3N (Budget)

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What's Included

Meals

2 Breakfast/3 Lunch/2 Dinner

Transport

Return flights between La Paz and UyuniTransport during the tour

Guide

English-speaking tour guide in Uyuni

Others

3N in mixed accommodations

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

Visits and guided toursUyuni Salt Flats Guided TourVisit to thermal waters of PolquesVisit to Laguna Verde and Laguna BlancaEduardo Avaroa Andean Flora & Fauna Reserve Guided Tour

What's Excluded

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