Salar de Uyuni Full Day Trip
Salar de Uyuni Trip
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Uyuni and head to the Uyuni salt flat, one of the most famous landscapes in the world. During the journey, we will make a brief stop at the "train cemetery", full of rusty locomotives where time sees to stood still since the 1940s.
We will stop in Colchani, the town located on the edge of the salt flat where we visit a salt processing plant and learn about the main properties of this product, and the artisanal wares which are made from it.
At midday, we enter this enormous salt flat which is the same size as Hawaii's 'Big Island'. Amazingly, this is home to 60% of the world's lithium. As we tour the salt flat, we will witness the process of salt extraction and enjoy a delicious local meal in this unique natural environment.
Once we have regained our strength, we will visit Incahuasi Island, famous for its giant cacti, before visiting Isla Incahuasi, famous for its giant cacti. Here you'll have 40 minutes of free time to take photos to be the envy of your friends
The finishing touch to this brilliant adventure is watching the glowing rays of sunset being reflected in the salt flat. This is a sight you will never forget!
Finally, we'll end our trip as we return to your hotels in Uyuni after 9 hours together.
Hotel Pickup
This tour includes pickup at hotels in the centre of Uyuni. If you're staying in a more remote area, we'll pick you up at the indicated time at Avenida Colon, 529.
To Keep In Mind
Isla Incahuasi is not accessible during the rainy season, so there may be prohibitions from the Government to enter depending on the amount of water in the area.
More Information
Duration
8h 45m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by jeep
English–speaking guide
Food and drink
Bottle of water
Not included
Entry to Isla Incahuasi: US$ 4 per person
When to book?
You can book up until 4 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Varies according to the attraction included. Accessible toilets. Paid wheelchair loan service available. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Empresa Turística Parina De Sal
Corporate name: Abdel Rodrigo Chavez Diaz
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.