Uyuni Salt Flat Private Excursion
Description
Explore the largest salt desert globally through this exclusive journey to the Uyuni Salt Flat. Experience its breathtaking scenery and visit the Tunupa volcano with a dedicated guide.
Private Excursion to the Uyuni Salt Flat
Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel, the bus terminal, or the airport at 10 am, as we embark on our private visit to the Uyuni Salt Flat.
During the trip to the renowned salt flat, we will make several interesting stops, including the train graveyard, which features a deserted railway complex from the 19th century. We'll also visit the town of Colchani, well-known for its salt production facilities.
Upon reaching this extraordinary salt flat, recognized as the largest of its kind on the planet, you’ll be treated to a surreal view. In the rainy season, the flat transforms as water blankets it, turning the ground into a stunning mirror reflecting the sky.
You’ll have the opportunity to stroll across the salt encrusted landscape, examining the mounds of salt and the unique geometric designs formed on its surface, as well as the intriguing "eyes of the salt flat", small natural pools filled with subterranean water. Additionally, we will visit the famous Playa Blanca salt hotel.
After enjoying a picnic lunch, we’ll continue on to Isla Incahuasi, a rocky elevation that was once an island, nestled within the vast Uyuni Salt Flat. Here, you'll discover numerous cacti amid an enchanting landscape, with some towering more than 12 meters high!
To cap off your experience, prepare to witness a stunning sunset as the day fades on the salt flat, creating a mesmerizing sight.
The private tour will conclude as we return to the starting location, arriving around 7 pm.
Uyuni Salt Flat + Tunupa Volcano (11 hours)
If you wish to enhance your adventure, consider adding a visit to the Tunupa Volcano. This extended excursion kicks off at 8 am. Following our tour of Isla Incahuasi, we'll journey to the northern part of the salt flat to reach the viewpoint of Tunupa volcano, perched at 5,432 meters above sea level.
We will enter a cave at the base of the volcano to witness the mummies of Coqueza, preserving the remains of a family for over 500 years. Lastly, we’ll explore the sub-aquatic cave of Chiquini and enjoy the sunset upon exiting this stunning locale.
Excursion from Colchani
For those staying in Colchani, a pickup is available from there as well. However, please note that we will skip the visit to the train graveyard in this case.
Benefits of Booking a Private Tour
Opting for this private tour offers a tailored experience. You'll have the flexibility to pick a date that aligns with your plans, and for larger groups, this option can also lead to cost savings.
```What's included
- Hotel pickup and return transfer
- Transport by 4x4 vehicle
- English speaking guide
- Picnic lunch
- Private tour, exclusive for you and your group
What's not included
- Entry to Incahuasi: 30BOB per person
- Entry to the salt factory: 20BOB per person
- Entry to the Playa Blanca hotel: 10BOB per person
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
We'll pick you up at the indicated time at your hotel in Uyuni or at the airport. Departure times are the following:
- Uyuni Salt Flats: 10 am
- Uyuni Salt Flats + Tunupa Volcano: 8 am
We recommend being ready at the hotel lobby 10 minutes in advance. For passengers arriving at the airport before departure time, you will be picked up upon arrival and transferred to Uyuni for breakfast on your own until the tour departure time.
BEAR IN MIND
During the rainy season, the vehicles may not be able to enter all the mentioned attractions and, as a precaution, they will only go to the safest places.
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