SALAR PREMIUM

PREMIUM SERVICE

COD.S084LX

SAO PAULO - S.CRUZ - UYUNI - CHILEAN BORDER

OR VICE VERSA

4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS PRIVATE SERVICE WITH DRIVER

VALUES: UPON CONSULTATION.

 

ROAD MAP


JOURNEY 1

Sao Paulo - Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Arrival at Viru Viru International Airport and transfer to your hotel (Spanish-speaking driver).

Accommodation Hotel Camino Real (Standard room).

 

JOURNEY 2

Hotel – airport transfer.

Santa Cruz de la Sierra - Uyuni.

At 10 am, visit to the Locomotive Cemetery.

Village of Colchani with its salt crafts fair.

We enter the majestic Salar de Uyuni.

Water eyes in addition to observing the way in which salt is extracted.

Inca Huasi Island, where we will observe the famous Giant Cacti.

Lunch in the middle of the Salar.

Thunupa Volcano to visit Pucara Ayque, where we will observe the pre-Columbian Fort and the mummies of the place until enjoying the impressive sunset.

Hotel transfer.

Accommodation in the exclusive “Hotel Palacio de Sal”, the first in the world built entirely of salt.

(Quarto standard)

Check in: 15.00 / Check out 12.00

Includes:

Lunch (with drinks) and dinner (without drinks)

 

DIA 3

Uyuni - Mall Cave Villamar.

Church of San Cristóbal and the villages of Culpina K and Alota.

Vale das Rochas famous group of rock formations created by wind erosion.

Catal and Vinto Lakes.

Lost Italy rock formation.

Villamar and its Cave Paintings

Stay overnight at the Mallku Cave Gardens Hotel.

(Quarto standard)

Check in: 15.00 / Check out 12.00.

Includes: Breakfast, lunch (with drinks) and dinner (without drinks)

 

DAY 4

Lagoa Colorada where you can enjoy the famous “FLAMENCO DE JAMES”

The only ones of their kind in the world, the lagoon changes tones until reaching its reddish coloration, which is where the name comes from.

Geysers of the Mañana Sun,

Lagoa Verde passing by

Chalviri hot springs

Dali Valley.

Visit to Lagoa Verde on the banks of the Licancabur Volcano.

At a convenient time, transfer to Hito Cajón. (Transfer from Hito Cajón to San Pedro de Atacama not included).

Included: Breakfast, lunch (with drinks)


END OF OUR SERVICES


INCLUDES: Private transportation, specialized guides, meals and hotels from the HIDALGO chain.

Specific, entrances to attractions, accident insurance, satellite telephone service for emergencies, GPS in each group and radio communicators in each car for groups.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BRAZILIANS DO NOT NEED A PASSPORT, THEY CAN TRAVEL WITH AN ID

Itinerary may be modified.

The expedition has a minimum number of 5 people.

Departures 365 days a year

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 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.

  • Should I carry extra batteries for my equipment?

    We recommend taking mainly cameras and cell phones.

  • 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 that passengers bring at least Bs.300.00 (Rs. 240.00) per person for expenses related to entrance tickets not included in the tour, such as access to other services 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.