Short Itinerary
- Difficulty: Easy
- Duration: 1 day
- Minimum age: No restriction
- Minimum group: 6 pax
Day Flow (approx.)
- 10:30 AM – Departure: Hotel Kachi, Uyuni
- Stops: Train Cemetery · Colchani (artisan market) · Dakar Monument · Flag Plaza + Hotel Playa Blanca (museum)
- ~1:00 PM: Picnic lunch on the salt flats
- Afternoon: Incahuasi Island (seasonal & subject to availability) · Photo session
- Sunset: Toast with snacks at a strategic viewpoint
- Return to Uyuni: 7:30–8:30 PM (depending on season and exact sunset time)
Detailed Itinerary
Start Time: 10:30 AM – Hotel Kachi, Uyuni
Welcome to the incredible Salar de Uyuni! We meet at Hotel Kachi at 10:30 AM for a brief introduction before heading to our first stop.
Train Cemetery
We drive to the outskirts of Uyuni to explore the abandoned locomotives that once powered Bolivia’s rail industry—an evocative setting to learn and photograph.
Colchani Town – Artisan Market
Just 15 minutes from Uyuni, we visit Colchani to browse its artisan market and salt-based handicrafts—an ideal place to pick up a unique memento.
Dakar Monument
Entering the salt flats, we pause at the Dakar Monument, a tribute to the famous rally—an excellent photo opportunity before we venture deeper into the white expanse.
Flag Plaza & Hotel Playa Blanca (Museum)
We continue to the Flag Plaza for sweeping views of the salar. In the same area sits Hotel Playa Blanca, regarded as the first salt hotel and now operating as a museum—a great stop to learn more about the region.
Picnic Lunch on the Salar (~1:00 PM)
We pause to enjoy a picnic lunch right on the salt flats, surrounded by the vast, high-contrast landscape.
Incahuasi Island (seasonal & subject to availability)
After lunch, we head to Incahuasi Island, famed for its rocky formations and giant cacti. Note: access depends on the rainy season; when water levels rise, entry may be restricted.
Photo Session on the Salar
We dedicate time to a photo session in this one-of-a-kind setting. Your driver–guide, trained in basic techniques, will help you capture memorable shots.
Sunset Toast with Snacks
Toward day’s end, we position ourselves at a strategic viewpoint for a sunset toast with snacks—the perfect close to your day on the salt flats.
Return to Uyuni
Once the sun sets, we return to town. The tour typically ends between 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM, depending on the season and exact sunset time.
Included
- Spanish-speaking driver–guide
- Meals
- 4×4 vehicle transport
- Water boots (if needed)
- Sunset toast with snacks
Not Included
- Entry to Incahuasi Island (30 Bs per person)
- Restroom fees en route
- Travel/medical insurance
- Entry to the Salt Sculptures (15 Bs per person)
- Activities and visits not listed in the program
- Costs incurred by abandoning the program
- Personal expenses
Recommendations
- Variable climate: Bring layers for daytime heat and nighttime cold.
- Hydration: Carry sufficient personal water, especially on longer touring days.
- Environmental care: Follow your guide’s instructions and avoid actions that could affect the salt-flat ecosystem and its surroundings.
Operational note – Enigmas del Peru: The order of visits and timings may change without prior notice due to weather, water levels, or operational logistics, to ensure the best possible experience during the tour.
