We will begin our Uyuni Lagoon Tour at 10:30 a.m. in the town of Uyuni. Our first stop is the haunting Train Graveyard, where rusted locomotives lie abandoned. These trains once linked Bolivia’s mines to the Pacific and now rest under salty winds. Their metallic skeletons form surreal photo backdrops.

We will continue to Colchani, a small artisan town beside the Salar. Here, we can watch locals extract salt using traditional techniques. We will see handmade crafts from alpaca wool and pure salt blocks. It’s the perfect place to buy souvenirs.

Next, we will enter Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flat on Earth. This natural wonder spans over 10,000 km². In the rainy season, it becomes a giant mirror reflecting the sky. In dry months, it glows with geometric patterns.

We will visit Ojos de Agua, a salt spring bubbling from underground rivers. Then we will stop at Hotel de Sal Playa Blanca, a former salt hotel. The Flags of the World and Dakar Monument add color and symbolism to the flats.

After lunch, we will explore Isla Incahuasi, a rocky island of giant cacti. We will hike to the top and admire coral fossils and 360° salt views. Later, we’ll take fun optical illusion photos, imagination makes this experience unforgettable.

We will close the day with a stunning salt flat sunset. The changing colors will reflect across the endless white landscape. We will enjoy it with a glass of Bolivian wine before heading to Agencha to rest.

Stay: Salt Hotel in Agencha (private bathrooms). During the rainy season, we will stay in Uyuni instead, due to road conditions.

Day 1 Stats:

• Total Distance: 120 km 
• Lowest Altitude: 3,656 meters above sea level(Uyuni)
• Highest Altitude: 3,700 meters above sea level (Isla Incahuasi)
• Route: Easy terrain over flat salt plains
• Difficulty Level: Easy – no physical challenge required

We will rise early and depart by 7:00 a.m. Our first destination is the Chiguana Desert, located at the edge of the Salar. Volcanoes dominate the landscape, especially Volcán Ollagüe, which still smokes with geothermal activity.

We will follow a high-altitude road and reach the Andean lagoons. These include Laguna Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chiarcota. Each lagoon has vivid colors caused by minerals and algae. Pink flamingos feed in the shallow waters a true highlight.

After a scenic lunch stop, we will enter the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve. This protected area offers Martian-like views and geological formations. We will drive through the Siloli Desert, often called the highest desert on Earth.

There, we will visit the famous Árbol de Piedra or Stone Tree. This natural sculpture rises from the sand, shaped by centuries of strong wind. As we continue, we will spot vicuñas, foxes, and other Altiplano wildlife.

We will arrive at Laguna Colorada, a large red-colored lake filled with flamingos. The intense red hue comes from algae and sediment. The contrast with white borax islands makes this site unforgettable. We will sleep near this red lagoon under a sky full of stars.

Stay: Hostel in Huayllajara (shared rooms with optional private upgrade)

Day 2 Stats:

• Total Distance: 180 km 
• Highest Altitude: 4,300 meters above sea level (Laguna Colorada)
• Route: Rocky, off-road terrain through desert and lagoons
• Difficulty Level: Moderate – high altitude and long drive

We will begin at 5:00 a.m. with a drive to the Sol de Mañana geyser field. This volcanic area sits at 5,000 meters above sea level. Fumaroles spew steam, and boiling mud pots bubble at 200°C . It’s a powerful start to the day.

Next, we will soak in natural hot springs with waters at 35°C. The open-air pool overlooks the Altiplano, offering perfect relaxation. We will sip coca tea and enjoy the early morning warmth.

From here, we will explore the surreal Dali Desert. Named after Salvador Dalí, this landscape features strange, colorful rock formations. It looks like a living canvas painted by wind and time.

Our final destination is the border region, where we visit Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca. These colorful lagoons shimmer below Volcán Licancabur, near the Chilean border. The colors change with the weather, shades of green, blue, and white swirl together.

We will eat a picnic lunch along the route and begin our return to Uyuni. On the way, we will pass through Valle de Rocas and San Cristóbal. We will arrive in Uyuni at 6:30 p.m., completing this breathtaking three-day adventure.

Optional drop-off: We can assist travelers continuing to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. Please request in advance.

Day 3 Stats:

• Total Distance: 260 km 
• Highest Altitude: 5,000 meters above sea level (Geysers)
• Route: Mountainous and desert terrain
• Difficulty Level: Moderate – early start and high altitude