Av. Ferroviaria s/n, between Sucre & Camacho Street.Please check in at 10:00 Hrs. The departure will be at 10:30 Hrs.
Description
If you are traveling to Bolivia, a day trip to the Uyuni Salt Flats is something that can't be missed. Cruise along out-of-this-world landscapes and take incredible perspective photos in the world's largest salt flats.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
10:00 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Adult (ages 7–77)
$133
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Colchani
120 min
The Salar de Uyuni or “salt flats” is one of the world's highest deserts, surrounded by mountains and volcanoes that reach 5000 meters above sea level.
Your tour will begin at 10:30 am from the office. The first stop will be Uyuni's 'train graveyard', to see the first locomotives in Bolivia. You’ll then visit the small settlement of Colchani (salt miners’ workshops next to the salt flats). Here, you’ll see handicrafts made of salt, and textile art made of llama and alpaca fiber. The tour will continue onto the great Salt Flats of Uyuni, which are at an altitude of 3650m. Take photos as you cruise along the vast white expanse of salt, see Los Ojos de Agua Salada (‘salt water eyes’) and then visit a hotel made completely of salt! This amazing place currently serves as a museum.
Salar de Uyuni
Admission not included420 min
Following this jam-packed morning, after lunch you’ll carry on to “Isla Incahuasi” (Fish Island), where you will have time to take a hike to the top of the island to see giant cacti, and rock formations made of petrified coral. Make sure you and your group pose for some fun perspective- and proportion-distorted photos, taken against the backdrop of the striking white surface of the salt flats.
Then, we’ll head to a quiet place to see the beautiful sunset over the salt flats. Finish off at the village of Colchani, and finally, get back to Uyuni by 6:30 pm
What's included
Included
Lunch
Local Driver & English Speaking Guide
Transportation in 4WD with rooftop luggage rack
Accommodation or Bus station Pickup
Not included
Please note that these costs are subject to change without prior notice.
Tips for Guide and Driver (Please keep in mind that tipping is common in Latin America and would be greatly appreciated.
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Toilets on the way (20 Bs approx)
Personal toiletries
2 liter water bottle a day (can be purchased in places we visit)
Isla Incahuasi (30 Bs)
Reserva Eduardo Avaroa Protected Area (150 Bs)
Pickup Locations & Times
Av. Ferroviaria s/n, between Sucre & Camacho Street.
Please check in at 10:00 Hrs. The departure will be at 10:30 Hrs.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
25 reviews
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How it compares in Uyuni
No. 18 by number of reviews among 208 tours in Uyuni
Starting price $133 is 25% above the typical $106 for tours of similar length in Uyuni
Excurgo comparison of 208 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
SUGGESTED PACKING LIST: Sun hat, sunglasses (to protect your eyes from the bright glare off the salt panes), sunblock, coat, gloves, wool hat, trekking shoes, warm socks, water bottle, snacks, personal medication, camera, hand sanitizer, personal first aid kit.
Important: During the rainy season (from November to April), it is not possible to access Incahuasi Island. However, there is the possibility of visiting the island if on the day of your tour it does not rain. We also may sleep in a different location due to road access
Important: During the winter season (from May to August), it is not possible to access Eduardo Avaroa National Park (red lagoon, Dali dessert, green lagoon). However, there is the possibility of visiting black lagoon and rock valley, changes to the itinerary maybe made without prior notice depending on the weather conditions. You may also sleep in different locations depending on vehicle access.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour take?
Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $133 per person for this Uyuni experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Av. Ferroviaria s/n, between Sucre & Camacho Street.
Please check in at 10:00 Hrs. The departure will be at 10:30 Hrs.
What languages is Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Uyuni Salt Flats Full Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bamba Travel.
Reviews(25)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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637natw
November 15, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Beyond Fabulous!!
Fantastic full day tour organised by Banjo Tours. Our guide, Nadia Ponce Inturias, picked us up off our flight from La Paz and with the help of Zenon, our driver, dropped us off for the fabulous Todo Tourismo overnight bus back to La Paz. Nadia possessed an excellent command of English and was extremely knowledgeable regarding the geological history that formed the flats, the wildlife and vegetation. A red wine and cold meat surprise over sunset on the flats capped a memorable day. Thanks Nadia, Zenon, and Yanet in the Banjo Office for providing us with one of our best ever tourist experiences!!
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globaldavies
March 4, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Great guide and great experience
A great day out on the Salt Flats. Guide was super friendly and helped take some of the great photos our group got.
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H4374LEsergioa
January 26, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
A path in the clouds
The place is wonderful, with landscapes that look like from another planet. We all loved it, we took some beautiful pictures
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PaulinaMarkell
January 23, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
An unforgettable adventure!!
My experience was unforgettable, it is a very adventurous place!! Our guide Juan was excellent, always willing to help.
The only thing we didn't like was the hike to high heights, but it was worth it!!!
The most beautiful thing is the water mirrors.
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301chrisjean
December 9, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Snow or salt....
Surprising atmosphere, learning that it is a sea of salt for several km. really worth the trip. Fantastic landscape.
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David_R
May 2, 2019 · via Viator
Too much crap
The driver was very very lazy and did not care. Guide was Just OK. The first half of the day was tour of slums and stops to get our $. Did not come all the way to uyuni to be driven around see their friends and try to take our $. Lunch was bad we didn’t eat it. Once we got to the salts flats it was beautiful. Do not take this tour!
4 people found this helpful
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John_P
March 26, 2019 · via Viator
Great Guide and a Great Day!
Had a very knowledgeable guide that can tell you everything you want to know and more about the history of the area. Had some red wine and chips at sun down and got to see a great sunset with a reflection! Our guide refused to stop searching until we found the perfect spot to catch the sunset with a reflection which you don't always get to see due to rain and wind conditions being unfavorable.
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nenaromero24
July 31, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
The full day is obligatory to know the Salar.
They take you to several places in this huge expanse in 4x4 vans, with good photographers who take advantage of the reflection of the water and the orientation of the sun. Wear proper clothes, they give you the boots. Have fun in the middle of this magical and extraordinary place.
6 people found this helpful
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Rosina J
April 6, 2018 · via Viator
Salt Flats were amazing. If you have...
<p>Salt Flats were amazing. If you have the time, 3 day tour would be great to do with Red Planet. I only had time for the one day tour and the guides were awesome. Really fun and knowledgeable. The guide took us to a secluded area on the salt flats so we would be the only one in our pictures and spent so much time taking photos and had different ideas as to what we should do and try. Great day.</p>
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Sam_C
March 31, 2018 · via Viator
I can not speak highly enough of...
<p>I can not speak highly enough of Louis and the team for giving us such an unforgettable trip to the salt flats, his knowledge and his patients to help us get some awesome photos. Thank you guys</p>
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