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UYUNI 3 DAYS FROM SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA
From USD 339
Lenguage
English or spanish
Availability
Offered daily
Max group size
5-6 people per driver
Service level
Standard
Highlights:
🌋 Sol de Mañana Geysers
🦩 Laguna Colorada & Laguna Vinto
🎨 Dalí Desert
♨️ Thermal Hot Springs
🌊 Laguna Verde & Laguna Blanca
🪨 Tomas Lakha Rock Paintings 🏔️ Italia Perdida
🐾 Anaconda & Sora Canyons 🏝️ Incahuasi Island
📸 Perspective Photography Session
🌅 Uyuni Salt Flats Sunrise
🚂 Train Cemetery
🦙 Andean Flora & Fauna
🚙 Private Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD
🏨 Private Rooms & Bathrooms Included according availability
Tour Details Uyuni tour from San Pedro de Atacama
Embark on a 3-day expedition from San Pedro de Atacama into the heart of the Bolivian Altiplano, ending at the iconic Uyuni Salt Flats. Travel through some of South America's most surreal and remote landscapes — volcanic geysers, flamingo-filled lagoons, ancient rock art, dramatic canyons, and endless white salt plains stretching to the horizon. With a private Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD for your group of 6 and private rooms with private bathrooms included each night, this is an unforgettable journey through one of the wildest corners of the planet.
How much is it?
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Starting at $339 per person with Spanish Speaking Driver, includes tax.
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Starting at $396 per person with English Speaking Guide, includes tax.
When Can I Go?
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Departs every day.
How long it takes?
3 days and 2 nights
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Depart: 07:30 AM
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Arrive around 14:00 PM to Uyuni on the third day.
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What’s Not Included
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Gratuities for your guide
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Souvenirs
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Entrance Fees:
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Eduardo Avaroa National Park: $22
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Incahuasi Island: $5
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Border tax: $2.50
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Additional Expenses:
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Extra snacks and drinks: Variable
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Bathroom use along the route (approx.): $3
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Travel insurance (recommended)
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Any personal expenses
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Transfers to and from La Paz
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Others not detailed
Meeting/End Location
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Hotel pickup in San Pedro de Atacama - the tour ends in Uyuni
What to Bring to a Uyuni tour?
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Sunglasses – The sun's reflection on the salt flats can be intense.
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Sunscreen & Lip Balm – High UV exposure and dry air can affect your skin.
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Comfortable Clothing – Light layers for the day, warm layers for the evening.
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Hat & Scarf – Protection from the sun and cold winds.
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Comfortable Shoes – Sneakers or hiking shoes for walking on rough terrain.
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Camera & Extra Batteries – Capture the stunning landscapes and unique mirror effect.
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Personal Medications – Any necessary medicine, including altitude sickness pills if needed.
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Snacks – Extra energy for the long day.
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Rain Jacket (Rainy Season: Dec–March) – Be prepared for wet conditions.
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Cash in Small Bills – For entrance fees, tips, or small purchases in local villages.
Group Size
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Max 6 passengers per vehicle and per driver
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Max 11 passengers per guide if you choose this tour option
What’s Included
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Pick up from local hotels, bus terminal and airport.
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4WD transportation with driver
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Meals Included:
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2 breakfasts
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3 lunches
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2 dinners.
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Accommodation:
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Night 1: Laguna Colorada Refuge (double, triple, quadruple rooms with private bathrooms). In rare cases, a quadruple room may be assigned.
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Night 2: (double, triple, quadruple rooms with private bathrooms). In rare cases, a quadruple room may be assigned.
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English speaking guide (one guide per 11 people) or spanish speaking guide, you can choose your option at the booking section.
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Transfer from San Pedro to Hito Cajon Border
Important Notes
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Please notify us of any dietary restrictions or preferences when making your reservation
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A basic vegetarian meal option is available upon request.
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The sunset depends on the weather conditions and clear skies.
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The colors of the lagoons, including Laguna Colorada and Laguna Verde, depend on weather conditions. Their vibrant hues are most visible under clear skies and good sunlight. Additionally, in rare cases of heavy snowfall, access to Laguna Colorada may be restricted for safety reasons. While this is uncommon, it’s important to be aware that certain areas of the tour are subject to weather-related changes.
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For shared tours, please note that on the first night in the middle of the desert the only available accommodation is very very simple and rustic. There is only two hours of electricity.
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Rainy Season (January to April)
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During the rainy season, the Uyuni Salt Flats may be covered with water, making it impossible to cross as in the dry season. As a result, the itinerary is adjusted, with the following possible changes:
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Incahuasi Island may be inaccessible due to flooding. In this case, the tour will visit alternative sites such as the Monuments.
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Accommodation in Uyuni may change instead of a Salt Hostal.
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Please keep in mind that weather conditions may alter the route for safety reasons.
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The mirror effect is more likely during the rainy season, but it depends entirely on natural rainfall and weather conditions.
This phenomenon is natural and cannot be guaranteed.
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What type of accommodation is included during the 2 nights?
The accommodation listed below is provided as an example only. In case there is no availability, it will be replaced with a similar hostel of the same category and characteristics.
Please note that during the rainy season (January to April), if the Uyuni Salt Flats are flooded, the overnight stay might take place in the town of Uyuni, San Cristobal or other in a regular guesthouse instead of a salt hostel.
During winter, please be aware that most hostels in this region do not have heating. For this reason, we include a sleeping bag at no additional cost to ensure your comfort during the night.
Please note that the tour price already includes:
First night: accommodation in a basic shelter (very simple and rustic), as it is the only option available in this remote area.
Second night: a private room with a private bathroom in a salt hostel.
Additionally, hot showers are available approximately 75% of the time, and we do not charge any extra fee for their use.
“Great value trip, with a lovely bunch of people. Facilities are basic, but we managed to get own room at both accommodation...”
Itinerary
Day 1 — San Pedro de Atacama to the Bolivian Altiplano
Departure time: 7:30 AM
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Minibus pickup: Collected from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama, heading to the Chile-Bolivia border for immigration procedures on both sides.
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Border crossing & vehicle change: Upon arriving at the Bolivian border at 4,400 m (14,435 ft), you'll transfer to a Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD for a group of 6.
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Laguna Verde & Laguna Blanca: Two stunning lakes at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano.
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Dalí Desert: A surreal landscape whose extraordinary combination of colors and rock formations resembles the paintings of Salvador Dalí.
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Thermal Hot Springs: Relax in open-air pools at a comfortable 35°C (95°F).
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Sol de Mañana Geysers: At 5,000 m (16,400 ft), walk among fumaroles and boiling mud craters reaching temperatures between 150–200°C.
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Laguna Colorada Viewpoint: A striking red-colored lake at 4,300 m (14,100 ft), home to three species of flamingos and rich Andean flora and fauna.
Accommodation: Villamar Hostel at 3,800 m (12,470 ft) — Our tours include private rooms with private bathrooms, based on double, triple, and occasionally quadruple occupancy, subject to availability.
Day 2 — Villamar to Atulcha
Departure time: After breakfast at the hostel
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Tomas Lakha: Visit pre-Incan rock paintings from the Quechua culture, offering a fascinating glimpse into Bolivia's ancient civilizations.
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Italia Perdida: Explore striking volcanic rock formations that resemble a petrified city, where imagination runs wild among the surreal shapes and structures.
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Laguna Vinto: A scenic stop to observe Andean flamingos in their natural habitat.
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Laguna Catal: A true high-Andean paradise featuring a beautiful walk surrounded by volcanic rocks, native flora, and Andean fauna.
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Valle de Rocas: A remarkable valley of sculpted rock formations shaped by wind and time.
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Anaconda Canyon: Take in a spectacular panoramic landscape through one of the region's most dramatic canyons.
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Sora Canyon: Pass through this canyon where large herds of camelids roam freely across the Altiplano.
Accommodation: Atulcha Salt Hostel at 3,600 m (11,800 ft) — Our tours include private rooms with private bathrooms, available in double, matrimonial, and triple occupancy configurations.
Day 3 — Atulcha to Uyuni
Departure time: 5:30 AM
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Uyuni Salt Flats Sunrise: Head out early to witness the sunrise over the world's largest salt flat, spanning over 12,000 km² of breathtaking white expanse.
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Incahuasi Island: Hike to the top of this unique island rising from the salt flat, home to giant cacti and ancient petrified coral rock formations.
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Perspective Photography Session: Stop across the endless salt flat for a fun and creative photo and video session playing with scale and perspective.
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Playa Blanca Salt Hotel: Visit Bolivia's first salt hotel, now an open-air museum, a remarkable testament to the region's salt architecture history.
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Dakar Monument: Pay a brief visit to the monument commemorating the legendary Dakar Rally, which crossed these very salt flats.
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Ojos del Salar: Discover the fascinating "Eyes of the Salt Flat," small freshwater pools that emerge naturally from beneath the surface.
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Salt Mounds & Colchani Village: Visit active salt mining areas and the village of Colchani, where local artisans craft unique souvenirs from salt and produce beautiful textiles made from llama and alpaca wool — wonderful keepsakes to take home.
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Train Cemetery: Explore the iconic graveyard of century-old steam locomotives on the outskirts of Uyuni, a hauntingly beautiful site steeped in Bolivia's railway history.
Arrival in Uyuni city at approximately 1:00 PM for a farewell lunch, with the tour concluding at the office at approximately 2:00 PM.
⚠️ Border Crossing Information – Hito Cajon
Hito Cajones is normally open year-round, and closures are uncommon. However, during extreme weather in the rainy or winter season, authorities may temporarily close the border (around 10–20 days per year, not usually consecutive).
If closed on the crossing day, the route may be adjusted via Ollagüe to Uyuni and the itinerary could change.
Closures are decided by local authorities and cannot be predicted. Passenger safety is the priority.
Additional costs may apply if rerouting, extra transfers, or itinerary changes are required.
Cancellation Policy, Terms and Conditions
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With Trip Protection: Cancel up to 48 hour prior to departure for a full refund (Any additional charges, such as bank fees or transaction costs, will be deducted from the refund amount).
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Tour operates rain or shine, itinerary may be adjusted in severe weather
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Itinerary Changes: The itinerary may be modified without prior notice due to factors beyond our control. No refunds will be issued for these changes. During the rainy season, if access to Incahuasi Island is restricted, the visit will be replaced with stops at monuments in the salt flats.
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Travel Insurance: Passengers are strongly encouraged to have international travel insurance.
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Passenger Responsibility: Travelers must bring appropriate clothing, have valid documents, and adhere to the scheduled times.
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Transportation Conditions: Vehicles may vary in model and condition but meet basic operational requirements. Specific seats are not guaranteed.
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Changes Due to Group Size: If more than 50% of the group cancels or reschedules, On Experiences may adjust the tour date and/or departure time, notifying passengers in advance.
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Flight Delays: We are not responsible for flight delays, but we will do our best to assist passengers within our operational capacity.
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Rainy Season: For safety reasons, if roads are flooded, it may not be possible to stay in salt lodges. In such cases, on the 3-day tour, passengers may return to Uyuni for the first night's accommodation.
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No Show and Late Cancellations: Any cancellation made on the same day or within 24 hours before departure will be considered a No Show, and no refund will be issued. Any cancellation made between 47 and 25 hours before the tour departs will receive a 50% refund. Any cancellation made 48 hours before the tour departure will be 100% refunded.
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Check-in Time: Passengers must be at our office by 10:10 AM for check-in before departure.
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Refund requests must be submitted in writing to now@onex.travel and will be processed within 10 business days.
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Rescheduling:
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Free of charge if requested at least 3 days before the tour.
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Requests made 2 days before the tour will incur a Bs 50 fee.
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Same-day rescheduling is subject to No Show policies and availability.
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