3 Days 2 nights San Pedro Atacama Uyuni Salt Flats Tour

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San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Journey through South America’s surreal landscapes on a 3-day all included adventure from San Pedro de Atacama to the Uyuni Salt Flats.

Experience steaming geysers, high-altitude lagoons, and vibrant flamingos while exploring the unique Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve.

Highlights include a relaxing dip in the Polques hot springs, stunning views of Laguna Colorada, and a breathtaking sunrise over the vast salt flats.

This comprehensive small group tour offers expert guidance, essential transportation, and basic accommodations for an unforgettable experience and all entrance fees are included for a smooth experience.

- Explore the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve and its striking lagoons
- Includes all meals, transportation in a 4x4, and a Spanish or English-speaking guide
- Visit iconic sites like the Siloli Desert, Incahuasi Island, and the Train Cemetery
- Small group sizes with a maximum of 5 people per vehicle for personalized experiences

What's Included

Entrance fee
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
The transfer from San Pedro reaches only the Hito Cajón border, where you will switch to another vehicle.
Spanish speaking driver/guide

Meeting and pickup

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

Make sure you are ready in the lobby of your hostel/hotel. Your guide will pick you up and send you all the information of the pick up 24 hours before you tour starts by WhatsApp.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Laguna Blanca and Laguna Verde - Polques hot springs - Sol de Mañana Geysers

    7 stops
  • 1
    Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve of Andean Fauna

    On Day 1, you will explore the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Laguna Blanca

    After we visit the high-altitude lagoons of Laguna Blanca.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Laguna Verde

    And we visit Laguna Verde, followed by the surreal landscapes of the Desierto de Dalí.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Aguas Termales De Polques

    Around midday, you will arrive at the Polques hot springs, where the guide allows about 30 minutes to change and enjoy a relaxing swim (entrance fee applies). Lunch will also be served at this location.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Geiser Sol de la Manana

    The journey continues to the Sol de Mañana Geysers, the highest point of the circuit at approximately 5,000 meters above sea level, and then to the striking Laguna Colorada, known for its vibrant colors and flamingos

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Laguna Colorada

    We visit after Laguna Colorada, known for its vibrant colors and flamingos.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7

    you will reach Huayllajara, near the lagoon, where you will spend the night in Basic Accommodations, this is a basic mountain refuge in a remote area. Electricity is available from 19:00 to 22:00, during which time you may charge your devices.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    SILOLI - KACHI/KARA LAGUNA - LAGUNA NEGRA - CANDELARIA

    5 stops
  • 8
    Siloli Desert

    After breakfast, you will depart Huayllajara around 07:30 and head to the Siloli Desert, home to the iconic Árbol de Piedra, one of the most photographed landmarks in the area.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve of Andean Fauna

    From there, the journey continues to the scenic Andean lagoons of Kara and Kachi, where you can admire the vibrant landscapes.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 10

    Next, you will travel north to Laguna Turquiri (also known as Laguna Negra), famous for its black Andean ducks. In this area, you will have a break for lunch. maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AgzY8cmA2z7cRN598

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Along the way, you will pass through the small towns of Juliaca and Alota before arriving at Candelaria, where you will spend the night.

  • 12

    At the end of the afternoon, you will enter the Uyuni Salt Flats to witness a breathtaking sunset, and then return to your accommodation.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    CANDELARIA - ISLA INCAHUASI - CEMENTERIO DE TRENES - UYUNI

    5 stops
  • 13
    Salar de Uyuni

    We will start the day early to cross the vast Uyuni Salt Flats (3,650 m.a.s.l.) and witness a stunning sunrise over this otherworldly landscape. Covering more than 12,000 km², the salt flats are the largest in the world, with layers of salt ranging from 2 to 10 meters thick and a depth of up to 120 meters, holding immense mineral reserves including lithium, magnesium, potassium, and borax.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 14
    Tunupa Volcano

    From the flats, you will see the impressive Tunupa Volcano looming in the distance.

  • 15
    Isla Incahuasi

    Along the way, we will visit Incahuasi Island (if conditions allow), famous for its giant cacti and surrounding Ojos de Agua, natural springs that emerge from the salt crust.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 16
    Colchani

    Afterwards, we will stop at Colchani, a small village where salt is processed, offering local souvenirs and alpaca or llama wool products.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Train Cemetery

    Finally, the tour concludes at the Train Cemetery, home to historic locomotives, before returning to the center of Uyuni around 1–2 pm. You will be dropped off at the bus terminal or at your hotel.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Se recomienda aclimatarse unos días antes de partir
  • Tengan en cuenta que cada día comenzará temprano.
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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