Set out on a captivating 3-day, 2-night journey from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama, exploring Bolivia’s stunning natural wonders. This shared tour offers an immersive cultural experience, led by a knowledgeable Spanish-speaking guide. Witness the iconic Uyuni Salt Flats, highland lagoons teeming with flamingos, and other breathtaking landscapes. With shared transportation, all meals included, and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, this tour provides a hassle-free way to discover the unique beauty of the region. But what makes this adventure truly unforgettable? Let’s dive deeper into the itinerary highlights and inclusions to find out.
Key Points
- This 3-day, 2-night tour covers the Uyuni Salt Flats, highland lagoons, geysers, and hot springs, providing a shared transportation experience with a Spanish-speaking guide.
- The tour includes all meals and offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, allowing for flexibility in planning.
- Participants should bring essential items like passport, comfortable shoes, and warm clothing, and prepare for chilly temperatures, especially during winter months.
- The tour is not suitable for children under 6, pregnant women, or individuals exceeding weight or age limits due to safety and terrain considerations.
- Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited throughout the tour, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
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Tour Overview
The 3 Days 2 Nights Uyuni – San Pedro de Atacama Shared tour offers a comprehensive exploration of the stunning Bolivian and Chilean landscapes, priced from €200.71 per person.
This 3-day adventure includes a live Spanish-speaking guide, shared transportation, and a range of meals.
Highlights include visiting the iconic Uyuni Salt Flats, exploring highland lagoons, and witnessing the breathtaking geysers and hot springs near the Chilean border.
The tour provides the flexibility of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, along with the convenience of reserve now and pay later.
Whether you’re seeking an immersive cultural experience or natural wonders, this shared tour is an excellent choice for your journey.
Itinerary Highlights
Day one of the Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama program features a visit to the Train Cemetery and the salt-processing town of Colchani, followed by an exploration of the expansive Uyuni Salt Flats.
Highlights of the first day include sights like the Salt Eyes, Playa Blanca Salt Hotel, and Isla Incahuasi with its Giant Cactus.
The following day, the tour departs for Salar de Chiguana and the Ollague Volcano viewpoint, then visits highland lagoons to observe flamingos and vicuñas.
The itinerary also includes the Siloli desert and Laguna Colorada, with an overnight stay at Huayllajara.
On the final day, the group heads to the Sol de Mañana geysers, hot springs, the Dalí desert, and the green and white lagoons before reaching the Chilean border and San Pedro de Atacama.
Inclusions
The tour includes a Spanish-speaking guide, all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), and shared transportation in 4×4 vehicles for up to 6 people in Bolivia.
These transportation services will be provided throughout the 3-day itinerary, allowing participants to explore the Uyuni Salt Flats, highland lagoons, and the Atacama Desert.
The tour agency will also provide a meeting point, and travelers will be dropped off at the center of San Pedro de Atacama or the bus terminal upon completion of the program.
Important Information
Travelers should bring their passport or ID, comfortable shoes, and warm clothing to ensure they’re prepared for the chilly temperatures and varied terrain they’ll encounter during the tour.
Plus, a sun hat, swimwear, camera, sunscreen, sleeping bag, toiletries, cash, and a flashlight are recommended.
The tour isn’t suitable for children under 6 years, pregnant women, or individuals over 287 lbs (130 kg) or 95 years old.
Expect low temperatures, especially in June, July, and August, when the mercury can drop as low as -20°C, so a warm sleeping bag is essential.
Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited on the tour.
What to Bring
A passport or ID, comfortable shoes, and warm clothing are essential items to bring on this tour, ensuring travelers are well-prepared for the chilly temperatures and varied terrain. Plus, sun hats, swimwear, cameras, and sunscreen are recommended to protect against the intense Bolivian sun. Sleeping bags, toiletries, cash, and flashlights are also crucial for a comfortable overnight stay. To further assist, here is a packing list:
| Essential Items | Recommended Items | Optional Items |
|---|---|---|
| Passport/ID | Sun hat | Sleeping bag |
| Comfortable shoes | Swimwear | Toiletries |
| Warm clothing | Camera | Cash |
| Sunscreen | Flashlight | |
| Binoculars |
Not Suitable For
Owing to safety concerns, this tour isn’t suitable for children under 6 years old, pregnant women, or individuals over 287 lbs (130 kg) or 95 years old.
The demanding physical nature of the activities and high-altitude locations pose risks for these groups.
Young children may struggle with the long hours, strenuous hikes, and exposure to cold temperatures.
Pregnant women could face complications due to the high elevation and arduous terrain.
Plus, those over the weight or age limit may have difficulty navigating the rugged conditions and could put the entire group at risk.
For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, the tour operator has set these restrictions to ensure a successful and memorable experience.
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Additional Notes
Visitors can expect low temperatures, down to -20°C, during the tour’s peak months of June, July, and August, so a warm sleeping bag is essential.
Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited on the tour.
The tour itinerary is designed to showcase the stunning landscapes of the Bolivian and Chilean Andes, including the Uyuni Salt Flats, highland lagoons, and the geysers of Sol de Mañana.
Participants should be prepared for the high altitudes and pack appropriate clothing and equipment to ensure a comfortable and safe experience.
With a knowledgeable Spanish-speaking guide, this shared tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore the natural wonders of the region.
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Recap
This 3-day, 2-night tour from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama offers an unforgettable exploration of Bolivia’s breathtaking landscapes.
Travelers will be immersed in the region’s natural and cultural wonders, from the iconic Uyuni Salt Flats to the highland lagoons teeming with flamingos.
With all meals and transportation included, and free cancellation available, this tour provides a unique and hassle-free way to experience the beauty of the Bolivian highlands.