Our first destination is the train cemetery, just 3 km outside of Uyuni. This surreal place is filled with rusted locomotives once used for transporting minerals. These steel giants now rest in silence under the Bolivian sky, creating a photogenic site.

We will walk around the remains of an era when Bolivia dreamed of connecting to the Pacific Ocean. Children may play on the metal frames while travelers capture post-apocalyptic images. The contrast between mechanical ruin and desert background will fascinate every visitor.

We may climb inside some train cabins or stand on aged wheels for photos. This site is short but memorable, blending industrial history with natural beauty. The wind whispers through broken engines, reminding us of Uyuni’s past.

Next, we will drive 22 km to Colchani, a small village known for its salt artisans. Here, we will witness the manual extraction and drying of salt. Locals will show us how they pile, pack, and iodize salt before selling it.

We will also explore handicraft stalls filled with llama wool, miniature salt figures, and cactus wood products. Colchani offers a glimpse of life along the edge of the salar de uyuni. We may taste some salty snacks or buy souvenirs made directly from the flats.

This stop will immerse us in Bolivian traditions linked to this vast salt desert. The people of Colchani continue to work as they have for generations, blending culture and survival.

Around midday, we will reach Hotel Playa Blanca, the first hotel built entirely from salt blocks. Though no longer a lodging option, the site now functions as a museum. Walls, tables, chairs, even the beds are made from compressed salt bricks.

We will sit at large salt tables for lunch, surrounded by surreal art and quirky salt sculptures. Our meal includes traditional Bolivian cuisine adapted for travelers. This space offers an unusual, exciting break in the journey across the Uyuni salt flats full day.

We will take time to explore the surrounding area. Flags from around the world wave proudly just outside, and a nearby salt monument adds to the spectacle. During the rainy season, we may already begin to see reflections forming.

We will then drive into the heart of Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia’s shining white treasure. This landscape appears endless, a flat sheet of brilliant salt stretching to the horizon. In the rainy season, water covers the surface, producing a mirror effect that reflects the sky perfectly.

We will stop at multiple points to take fun photos using visual illusions. With the right angle, we may appear to ride dinosaurs or balance on Pringles cans. Your creativity will shine in this vast canvas of salt.

We will visit random “eyes of the salt” holes where bubbling water emerges. These natural vents show the dynamic nature of the flat. In dry months, we will see large hexagonal salt patterns covering the entire plain.

As the sun lowers, the white terrain will turn golden and then lavender. The sunset on the salar de Uyuni is one of the most breathtaking scenes in South America.

We will end our journey at Incahuasi Island, a rocky outcrop made from fossilized coral. The island rises from the salt flats and offers sweeping views from its peak. From here, we will understand the true scale of the Uyuni salt flat.

We will walk along marked trails surrounded by giant cacti, some over 10 meters above sea level tall and over 1,000 years old. The landscape feels like a dream, with salt in every direction and strange flora rising from the earth.

Incahuasi is the best viewpoint to watch the sunset over Salar de Uyuni. We will climb to the top for photos and a moment of peaceful reflection. As the light fades, the salt takes on soft pastel tones.

This stop blends geology, biology, and incredible beauty. It will leave a lasting impression on every traveler in our group.

As night approaches, we will return to Uyuni town. The drive across the salt flat will offer a peaceful conclusion to the day. Our guide will summarize highlights and assist with final photos.

We may arrive tired but filled with memories of Bolivia’s most iconic natural wonder. This day will stay with us long after the trip ends.