UYUNI SALT FLAT Andean Traverse 3 days

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA - BOLIVIAN BORDER⌄

   After breakfast, we’ll pick you up at your lodging in San Pedro de Atacama (8:00 am) and head into Bolivia’s highlands. On the way, we’ll pass close to the impressive Licancabur and Juriques volcanoes (5,916 m and 5,600 m). Once across the border, we’ll visit the stunning White and Green Lagoons, set against the dramatic Andes volcanic range. We’ll then explore the surreal Salvador Dalí Valley, known for its dreamlike landscapes resembling the artist’s work. After an outdoor lunch, we’ll reach the striking Red Lagoon (Laguna Colorada), home to three species of flamingos that nest and feed there. Our overland journey continues through the Valley of Rocks, filled with volcanic formations shaped by centuries of wind. We’ll stop at the viewpoint of the active Ollagüe Volcano (6,050 m) before crossing a vast desert, passing remote Andean villages like Alota, Chubica, and San Cristóbal. We’ll end the day in Uyuni, with lodging in comfortable hotels included.

   Meals: Lunch: Includes: Mineral Water & Outdoor Lunch.

   Overnight: Alojamiento incluido cerca del Salar de Uyuni.

2. 2UYUNI SALT FLAT - UYUNI CITY⌄

   After breakfast (8:30 am) we will explore in depth the incredible Uyuni Salt Flat. We will drive over the Salt crust in a fascinating traverse, that promises unforgettable views of this unique place. Further on we will visit the famous Inca Huasi island (not possible if the Salt Flat is flooded), where many endemic species of cactus, plants, and birds are found, and of course, a 360o view of the immense Salt Flat. Continuing our exploration, we will drive to the small village of Colchani where the inhabitants of the borders of the Salt Flat, produce, and pack eatable salt for sale, as well as Salt Blocks used as building material. In the afternoon we will return to rest, at our Hotel.

   Meals: Lunch: Includes: Mineral Water, Breakfast & Outdoor Lunch. · Breakfast

   Overnight: Alojamiento incluido cerca del Salar de Uyuni.

3. 3UYUNI SALT FLAT - CEMETERY - COLORADA LAGOON - SOL DE MAÑANA GEYSERS - GREEN AND WHITE LAGOONS - SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA⌄

   In the morning (6:00 am), we will depart from Uyuni, towards the Chilean border, making a first stop at the famous Locomotive Cemetery. On the way, beautiful, and small Andean Villages will appear in our path, through an immense desert scenario. We will pass by the stunning Laguna Colorada, once more, as well as the stunning Sol de Mañana Geysers. In the afternoon we will reach the Green and White lagoons, as well as the Bolivian border control. We shall arrive to San Pedro de Atacama at 16:30 approximately.

   Meals: Lunch: Includes: Mineral Water & Outdoor Lunch. · Breakfast