5-Day Uyuni Salt Flats & Colored Lagoons from La Paz

5 days (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience one of Bolivia's most complete adventures on this carefully designed 5-day expedition from La Paz. Travel comfortably aboard the renowned Todo Turismo VIP overnight bus before exploring the breathtaking Uyuni Salt Flats, colorful lagoons, active geysers, natural hot springs, unique volcanic deserts, and spectacular Andean wildlife.

Enjoy unforgettable sunrises and sunsets, creative perspective photography, giant cacti on Incahuasi Island, thousands of flamingos, and some of the most extraordinary landscapes in South America. Travel in comfortable 4WD vehicles with experienced local drivers and bilingual guides while enjoying freshly prepared meals and two nights in the heart of the Bolivian Altiplano.

With daily departures, seamless transportation from La Paz, and a carefully planned itinerary, this tour combines comfort, safety, and unforgettable scenery for an incredible Altiplano adventure.

What's Included

Accommodation for 2 Nights
Local Driver
English-speaking Tour Guide
1 Glass of wine during the sunset
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Transportation in 4WD with rooftop luggage rack
Isla Incahuasi - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Hot Springs

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the Fer de Lipez office on Avenida Colón in Uyuni. Travelers arriving from La Paz by overnight bus will be picked up at the bus terminal and assisted to a nearby café. Later, our staff will transfer you to the office for check-in before departure at 10:30 am.

End point

The tour ends at the La Paz Bus Terminal the following morning after the overnight return bus journey from Uyuni, at approximately 6:00–7:00 am.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Overnight VIP Bus Journey from La Paz to Uyuni

    1 stop
  • 1

    Check in at the Todo Turismo Bus Office in La Paz at 8:30 p.m. before boarding your VIP overnight bus departing at 9:00 p.m. Travel comfortably to Uyuni with reclining seats, Starlink Wi-Fi, onboard restroom, heating, polar blankets, dinner, breakfast, bottled water, and hot drinks included. Please note that a terminal tax of 2.50 BOB per person must be paid before departure.

    10 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 2

    Uyuni Salt Flats, Incahuasi Island, Creative Photos & Sunset Experience

    1 stop
  • 2
    Salar de Uyuni

    Arrive in Uyuni at approximately 7:30 a.m. aboard the Todo Turismo VIP overnight bus from La Paz. Our staff will meet you at the bus office and escort you to a nearby café, where you'll have free time to relax until returning to our office for check-in before your shared 4WD expedition begins at 10:30 a.m. Visit: Train Graveyard – Explore Bolivia's historic locomotives and one of Uyuni's most iconic photo spots. Colchani Village – Visit local salt workshops and browse handicrafts made from salt, alpaca, and llama wool. Uyuni Salt Flats – Journey across the endless white desert and visit: • Saltwater Eyes • Salt Hotel Museum & Playa Blanca • Flags of the World • Dakar Monument Incahuasi Island (Fish Island) – Walk among giant cacti while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views. Creative Photo Session – Capture fun perspective and optical illusion photographs. Sunset Experience – Enjoy a magical sunset with wine and chips. Overnight: Salt hostel in Atulcha.

    9 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 3

    Volcanoes, High Andean Lagoons, Stone Tree & Red Lagoon

    1 stop
  • 3
    Laguna Colorada

    Breakfast at 7:00 a.m. Visit: Chiguana Desert – Cross a spectacular high-altitude desert surrounded by colorful mountains and impressive volcanoes. Ollagüe Volcano Viewpoint – Enjoy breathtaking views of the semi-active Ollagüe Volcano and the surrounding Andean landscapes. High Andean Lagoons – Discover Bolivia's spectacular flamingo habitats, visiting: • Cañapa Lagoon • Hedionda Lagoon • Chiarcota Lagoon Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve – Explore one of Bolivia's most spectacular protected areas, home to volcanoes, colorful deserts, and unique Andean wildlife. Siloli Desert – Travel across one of the world's highest deserts before reaching the famous Stone Tree, an extraordinary volcanic rock formation sculpted by centuries of wind erosion. Red Lagoon (Laguna Colorada) – Admire the lagoon's striking red waters and thousands of flamingos before continuing to your hostel. Overnight: Hostel in Huayllajara or Polques, depending on availability.

    9 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Geysers, Hot Springs, Green Lagoon, Rock Valley & Return to Uyuni

    1 stop
  • 4
    Sol de la Manana

    Early departure at 5:00 a.m. Visit: Sol de Mañana Geysers – Walk among steaming fumaroles, bubbling mud pools, and active geothermal vents in one of Bolivia's most spectacular volcanic landscapes. Polques Hot Springs – Relax in natural thermal waters surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Dalí Desert – Discover a surreal high-altitude desert of colorful rock formations inspired by Salvador Dalí's paintings. Green & White Lagoons – Admire these spectacular lagoons at the foot of the majestic Licancabur Volcano. Rock Valley – Explore a fascinating valley filled with volcanic rock formations sculpted by centuries of wind erosion. San Cristóbal Village – Visit one of southern Bolivia's most historic villages before returning to Uyuni. Arrival in Uyuni – Return between approximately 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. before boarding the Todo Turismo VIP overnight bus to La Paz at 9:00 p.m.

    9 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Arrival in La Paz & End of Your Altiplano Expedition

    1 stop
  • 5

    Arrive in La Paz between approximately 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. at the Todo Turismo Bus Office, depending on traffic and road conditions. This marks the end of your unforgettable five-day journey through Bolivia's spectacular Altiplano, including the Uyuni Salt Flats, colorful lagoons, volcanoes, geysers, and unique high-altitude landscapes. Thank you for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome you again on another Bolivian adventure.

    10 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Fer de Lipez – Uyuni Salt Flats Tours

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Extreme Sports
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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