Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama 3-Day Tour

On this 3-day tour to San Pedro de Atacama, participants will traverse the Bolivian region of Uyuni in a 4x4 and visit its main attractions, including the Salar de Uyuni, the Museum of Trains, and the Colorada and Verde lagoons.

Description

Day 1: Uyuni

The tour starts on Calle Colon. Travelers will ride in a 4x4 through the region of Uyuni, first visiting the Museum of Trains, showcasing old steam-powered machines. After that, the tour heads to Colchani, the entry point to the Salar de Uyuni. Here, visitors can see handmade salt products before entering the salt desert for photography opportunities and a picnic-style lunch.

The tour continues to Incahuasi Island for views of the salt landscape. The day concludes in Candelaria or San Juan for overnight accommodation.

Day 2: Uyuni Lagoons - Huayllajara

After an early continental breakfast, the group will visit the Eduardo Abaroa National Reserve and San Juan for views of the Ollagüe Volcano. Lunch will be served before exploring the Cañapa, Charchota, Honda, and Hedionda lagoons, known for pink flamingos.

The tour will cross the Siloli Desert and visit Colorada lagoon before returning to the hotel for rest.

Day 3: Huayllajara - San Pedro de Atacama

On the final day, a visit to the geysers will be followed by exploration of the Salvador Dalí Desert. The tour moves on to the Verde Lagoon and Blanca Lagoon before crossing the border to Chile, concluding at the San Pedro de Atacama central station around 1 pm.

Accommodation

Two nights of accommodation are included: first in Candelaria or San Juan, and second in Huayllajara. Reservations can be made for:

Room with a private bathroomShared room with a shared bathroom

Rooms have limited electricity on the second day, with a rental heating service available subject to availability.