COD.S076ES

3D/2N SALAR DE UYUNI and SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA

Private tour 1-5 passengers per vehicle.


VALUES

R$. 17,490.00 up to 5 interest-free installments.

SALAR SECO (dry season) from 05/2024 to 11/2025.

MIRROR EFFECT Rainy season. From 15/11/2024 to 15/04/2025

(Does not include a visit to the Inca Huasi island in the middle of the Salar due to flooding).


AIR PART Guarulhos/Uyuni/Guarulhos: (Upon request, not included).

SHARED 4X4 vehicle service starts in Uyuni or San Pedro de Atacama, with connection in Hito Cajon.

 

ITINERARY


JOURNEY 1

10:30 am Locomotive Cemetery, Colchani Town (Salt Crafts and Salt Processors), Ojos de Sal, Plaza de Banderas, Salt Museum Hotel.

Attention: visit the island in the middle of the Salar: Isla Inca Huasi, the Salar is flooded and allows you to appreciate the “Mirror Effect”, a wonderful spectacle of nature. We recommend wearing galoshes to enjoy a panoramic view of the entire Salar de Uyuni.

Amazing sunset!

Return to Uyuni.

Night in Uyuni. (accommodation not included)


JOURNEY 2

08:00 We visited the villages:

San Juan and its quinoa plantations, semi-active Ollagüe Volcano Viewpoint, 3 small lagoons with flamingos, Siloli Desert, Stone Tree, Laguna Colorada and its pink flamingos and the Eduardo Abaroa Andean Wildlife Reserve.

Night in basic accommodation (Dinner).


DIA 3

5:00 a.m.             

Morning sun Geysers, Polques Hot Springs, Salvador Dalí Desert, Laguna Verde, Hito Cajon transfer (Bolivia/San Pedro de Atacama Chile), here the passenger makes a connection. (transfer not included).

Accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama.


DAY 4

07:30 to 13:00: Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache.

15:00 to 19:30: Valley of the Moon.

Night in San Pedro de Atacama.


DAY 5

04:30 a 12:00: Gêiseres del Tatio.

19:40 to 22:30: Astro Photo Tour.

Night in San Pedro de Atacama.


DAY 6

Transfer to the airport.

End of our services

 

INCLUDES


In Uyuni

Food on expedition days (2 breakfasts, 2 dinners and 3 lunches).

Transport in 4x4 vehicle.

01 night in a basic hotel during the expedition (2nd night of the itinerary).

(Prices for single apartment upon request).


In San Pedro de Atacama

Transfer from the airport.

Vale da Lua: we pick you up from your hotel (urban area), shared transport, bilingual guide (Spanish and English) transfer to the city center.


Astrophotography and sky observation tour: we pick you up from your hotel (urban area), shared transport, bilingual guide (Spanish and English), photos and transfer to our hotel.


Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache: we pick you up from your hotel (urban area), shared transport, bilingual guide (Spanish and English) and snack.


Tatio Geysers: we pick you up from your hotel (urban area), bilingual guide (Spanish and English), breakfast.

 

DOES NOT INCLUDE


In Uyuni

Aerial part.

Hosting.

Entrance ticket to Isla Incahuasi 30.00 bs. and Eduardo Abaroa Reserve 150.00 bs.

Transfer (Chile/Bolivia border) from Hito Cajon to San Pedro de Atacama or vice versa.


In San Pedro de Atacama

Hosting.

Aerial part.

Moon Valley: Moon Valley entrance ticket (CLP$10,800 for adults, CLP$5,400 for children up to 12 years old and seniors).

Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache: Entrance ticket to Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache (CLP$ 10,000 adults, $5,000 per passenger aged 5 to 18).

Tatio Geysers: entrance ticket to Tatio Geysers (CLP$ 15,000).

Transfer (Chile/Bolivia border) from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajon or vice versa.

WHAT TO BRING

ID or passport with updated photograph, issued less than 10 years ago, in excellent condition.

Warm clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen factor 70 or higher, towels and toilet paper, waterproof clothing for rain (from October to March), body moisturizer, lip moisturizer, comfortable walking shoes or sneakers, cap or hat, small backpack for daily outings, and medication taken regularly if applicable.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BRAZILIANS DO NOT NEED A PASSPORT, THEY CAN TRAVEL WITH AN ID (document with an up-to-date photograph and in good condition).

Itinerary may be modified.

Departures 365 days a year.



IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PLANNING

  • What days of the year does this tour run?

    Departures 365 days a year, the itineraries change according to the water level in the Salar, there are 2 seasons:

  • How far in advance should I book this program?

    Due to high demand, we recommend you book at least 21 days in advance.

  • What types of Transportation does this program use?

    Air travel to UYUNI, during the expedition 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser or similar vehicles.

  • Is it necessary to be vaccinated to take the tour?

    Vaccines against COVID-19 and yellow fever may be required to enter the country.

  • How much luggage can I take?

    Each passenger can carry a maximum of one suitcase or backpack weighing 18 kg and one sleeping bag, which will be placed on top of the 4x4, and one carry-on backpack.

  • What types of plugs are available in the accommodations?

    We recommend that you bring an adapter to avoid any setbacks during your trip.

  • What is the weather like along the tour?

    In summer (December to March), the temperature ranges from approximately 4 °C minimum to 23 °C maximum. In winter (June to September), the temperature ranges from approximately -20 °C minimum to 16 °C maximum.

  • Where can I exchange money into local currency?

    In the center of Uyuni and airports.

  • What is the probability of suffering from altitude sickness during the trip?

    Much of the tour takes place at an altitude of over 3,500 meters, so it is very likely that you will suffer from altitude sickness (Sorocchi), especially on the first day of the tour. We invite you to drink coca tea from the moment you enter Bolivia.

  • What happens to the tour in case of rain?

    In case of rain, the order of places to visit, the possibility of seeing the sunrise and accommodations will be subject to change, as some roads may be closed.

  • What menu is available?

    The food on the tour is varied, including tea, coffee, bread, biscuits and fruit for breakfast; meat, pasta, rice, soup and vegetables for lunch and dinner.

  • Do you have other expenses?

    We recommend taking at least Bs.300.00 per person for expenses not included in the tour, such as access to toilets and water.

  • When is it possible to see the mirror effect in Salar de Uyuni?

    The mirror effect occurs when there is water in the salt. This occurs during rainy periods (January to March).

  • Is it possible to take the tour with a guide in another language?

    Yes, in Portuguese, French, German, Italian and English.

  • Is it necessary to have a tourist visa to enter Bolivia?

    It depends on the nationality of the passenger. Passengers from Brazil and the rest of South America, and passengers from Western Europe do not require a tourist visa, while passengers from the United States, Central America, Asia and Africa require a tourist visa.