Salar de Uyuni tour 1 day with sunset in the salt flat

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9 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover one of the most stunning destinations on the planet on an unforgettable full-day experience of the Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt desert. This tour has been designed to make the most of every moment, combining unique landscapes, local culture and unforgettable experiences.
Ideal for : Travelers who want to explore the best of the Salar de Uyuni in one day, lovers of photography, nature and unique experiences. Experience a unique experience in one of the most extraordinary landscapes in the world... the Salar de Uyuni awaits you.

What's Included

Food (lunch and afternoon toasts with wine and piqueos)
Transport by 4x4 vehicle
Driver - Local Guide in Spanish
Extra water
Use of public toilets

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The traveler must inform in advance, the point of collection.

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Meeting point

Office of Olivos Tours located on Avenida Ferroviaria between Avenida Arce and Bolivar. 50 meters south of the main gates of the train station.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Train Cemetery

    Your adventure begins at 10:30 a.m. with pickup from your hotel, bus terminal or airport in Uyuni. The first stop is the iconic Train Cemetery, a place full of history where ancient 19th century locomotives rest in the middle of the highlands, creating a perfect setting for unique photographs.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Colchani

    Then, you will visit Colchani, a small town where you will get to know the artisan process of salt. Here you can see how locals extract, dry and process salt, as well as explore craft shops made with this mineral.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Salar de Uyuni

    The journey continues to the impressive Salar de Uyuni, where you will enter this vast white expanse that seems endless. During the tour you will visit the famous Ojos de Sal, small natural fountains of salt water that emerge from inside the salt flat. You will also explore a Salt Hotel turned museum, built entirely of salt blocks, where you will learn more about the history and peculiarities of this unique environment. Later on, you will find the colorful sector of the World Flags and the imposing Dakar Rally Monument, symbols of the international connection of this destination. During the afternoon, you will have time to enjoy lunch (picnic type) in the middle of the salt flat, surrounded by a surreal landscape. The tour includes a stop at the famous Salt Staircase, ideal for panoramic perspectives and creative photography.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Isla Incahuasi

    Afterwards, you will head towards the spectacular Incahuasi Island, located in the middle of the salt flat. This island is covered with giant cacti and ancient coral formations, offering breathtaking views of the infinite surroundings. The island has a visitor service point managed by the association of municipalities of Llica and Tahua, jurisdictions to which this territory belongs. In this place, you are asked, optionally, to pay a fee of 30 bolivianos to enter a clearly marked and easy to travel path. This trail allows you to cross the island while you can see stunning landscapes of the salt flat, the intense blue of the sky and the large number of cacti that inhabit the area. (In the rainy season, from January to March, access to Incahuasi Island IS NOT POSSIBLE due to high water accumulation.)

    50 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Salar de Uyuni

    Finally, you will live one of the most magical moments of the tour: the sunset in the Salar de Uyuni. Watch the sun slowly set, transforming the sky and reflecting off the white or mirrored surface of the salt pan, creating an unforgettable natural spectacle. The tour concludes around 20:00 hrs. with the return to the city of Uyuni.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Olivos Tours

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Car Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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