We start the day taking a regular bus from La Paz to Oruro (approx. 3 hours). Once in Oruro we’ll be assisted to take the train to Uyuni (7 hours). Enjoy the mountain’s views on the east side and unfolding views of salt playas and volcanic outcroppings. Around the shallow lakes you'll spot huge flocks of flamingos. Upon arrival (approx. at 22:30 hrs) you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Uyuni.

Start today’s journey in Colchani to see the water springs ‘Ojos de Agua’ and how local people produce salt using traditional methods. We drive across the salt flats, a fantastic experience, particularly due to the contrast of blue skies and unendingly white salt on the flat lakebed (3,800 m /12,470 ft).The ‘Salar de Uyuni’ is the result of repeated evaporating and reflooding of a massive ancient lake and covers a total area of over 1,200 km² (4,800 square miles). Absorb stunning views of the vastness and smooth white surface surrounded by snow-capped peaks and an endless azure horizon in one of the most amazing and unique places on the globe. In the center of the unendingly white salt plains Incahuasi Island rises defiantly and provides welcome relief to the eyes. The cacti on the island are slow growers, and some reach over 10 m (30 ft).

Departure early in the morning to'Pampa Siloli' and 'Bosques de Piedra'. Both feature artistic shapes sculpted by the wind in the stones evoking a surrealistic painting of Dali. Later on we enter Eduardo Abaroa National Reserve to visit the red lagoon. Surprisingly, both wildlife and flora manage to survive and even thrive in this desolate landscape. This includes vicunas (a South American cameloid), flamingos (Chilean, Andean and the rare James flamingos) and assorted varieties of cacti.

On the way back to Uyuni, we will also see the famous Geysers of ‘Sol de Manana’ with its bubbling mud pools. Heading south we will encounter the emerald green lagoon with the Licancabur Volcano(5,960m) in the background. As we make our way back to Uyuni we will visit the local town of Alota and the train cemetery, where you will find marvelous antiquities: old rusty British trains. Once in Uyuni (approx. at 18:30 hrs) you will be transferred to the hotel for a quick shower before you board the regular bus to La Paz (leaving at 20:30 hrs). A day use at the hotel in Uyuni is considered in our price – so that you can use the hotel facilities.

Arrival early in the morning in La Paz and transfer to your hotel.

sleeping bag

hiking shoes

waterproof jacket

sun block and sunglasses (note that dryness in the highlands may cause you some irritability in your eyes)